Xolo Maridueña, made famous by his portrayal of Miguel Diaz in Netflix’sCobra Kai, had been named by many fans as a perfect choice to play Jaime Reyes even before his casting asDC’s first onscreen Latino lead. Now, Maridueña has revealed that he has already tried onBlue Beetle’s super suit for the upcoming film.
Before starring inthe Blue Beetle film, Maridueña was an accomplished television actor, with significant roles inParenthoodandCobra Kaias well as a role as the DJ “King Tech” inWu-Tang: An American Saga. Maridueña has also appeared as a voice actor in multiple animated series includingFast & Furious Spy Racers,Victor and Valentino, and Peacock’sCleopatra in Space. Despite an acting career spanning almost a decade,DC’sBlue Beetlewill merely be Maridueña’s second feature film appearance after debuting with a minor role in the 2013 indie comedyDealin' with Idiots.
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In an interview with USA Today, Maridueña revealed that he has already tried onBlue Beetle’s suit. “We’ve done two suit fittings,” he said. “They’re hoping that I get more buff by the time we actually start filming. But I’ve seen the suit, and it looks awesome.” During the interview, Maridueña stated that whileBlue Beetleis different than anything he’s worked on in the past, he is excited for the role and sees it as important for onscreen diversity in film, as well as for showing a “story that we haven’t really seen before.”
Blue Beetleis just one of several superhero films slated for release in 2022 and 2023. DC plans to releaseThe Batmanthis March, withDC League of Super-Pets,Black Adam,The Flash, andAquaman and the Lost Kingdomall slated for release in 2022. Marvel Studios' 2022 releases includeDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,Thor: Love and Thunder, andBlack Panther: Wakanda Forever, while Sony will be releasingMorbiusandSpider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse - Part One. A few 2022 original films such asSecret HeadquartersandSamaritanwill also be incorporating superhero tropes into their stories, affirming the pivotal position of the superhero genre in today’s theatrical market.
Pre-production on Warner Bros.‘sBlue Beetlefilm has progressed at a rapid pace, with the film receiving a release date for 2023 as well as Warner Bros.’ commitment to releasing the film in theaters.Blue Beetlewas originally an HBO Max exclusivebefore Warner Bros. opted for the theatrical release.
Blue Beetleis one of the most exciting superhero projects due to its importance to diversity as well as its hero’s silver screen debut. It is good to hear that Maridueña is a fan of the suit, as the comment undoubtedly brings excitement to fans who are sure to see the outfit onscreen in due time.
