Blue Beetle 2 & Hero’s DCU Future Get Exciting Updates

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Although James Gunn has largely reset the DC Universe, it appears he’s interested in continuing the story started in the Blue Beetle movie, starring Xolo Maridueña. Two key people involved with the 2023 film have hinted that a Blue Beetle 2 is likely happening.

Belissa Escobedo is positive that Blue Beetle 2 will happen

While discussing Season 2 of NBC’s Happy’s Place, Belissa Escobedo – who plays Milagro Reyes, Jaime Reyes’ sister – shared that discussions about a Blue Beetle sequel have begun.

Escobedo confirmed to Comic Book Resources that a Blue Beetle sequel is being discussed. She expressed optimism about its potential and mentioned she’ll be meeting with star Xolo Mariduena at an upcoming Comic-Con.

Ángel Manuel Soto talks Blue Beetle’s DCU future

The director of the 2023 film Blue Beetle, Ángel Manuel Soto, shared similar thoughts in another interview, agreeing with actress Belissa Escobedo.

In an interview with The Direct about his new movie, The Wrecking Crew, director Ángel Manuel Soto shared news about a potential Blue Beetle sequel. He mentioned that conversations are happening about including the Hispanic superhero in James Gunn’s DC Universe.

Xolo Maridueña, who played Blue Beetle, confirmed discussions about a sequel are underway, but didn’t share any specific details. He mentioned James Gunn has publicly expressed interest in continuing the story of Jaime Reyes and his family within the DC Universe, suggesting positive developments are on the horizon.

The co-CEO of DC Studios has said he’d like to see Xolo Maridueña reprise his role as Blue Beetle in the new DC Universe. It’s still unknown whether that will happen in a direct sequel to the 2023 film, or through another project like a TV show or different movie.

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2026-01-16 16:17