Gear up for an action-packed superhero experience with the latest offering from DC and Warner Bros. Pictures, “Blue Beetle.” Featuring Xolo Maridueña from “Cobra Kai” as the titular superhero, this highly anticipated movie will exclusively hit cinemas across the Philippines on August 16. Brace yourself for thrilling superhero action by watching the new trailer!
Introducing “Blue Beetle”
Warner Bros. Pictures presents “Blue Beetle,” marking the first appearance of this beloved DC Super Hero on the big screen. Directed by Angel Manuel Soto, the film stars Xolo Maridueña in the lead role as both Jaime Reyes and his alter ego, Blue Beetle.
Unleashing Extraordinary Powers
Follow the journey of Jaime Reyes, a recent college graduate who returns home with great aspirations, only to discover that things have changed. As he searches for his purpose, fate intervenes when he stumbles upon an ancient relic of alien biotechnology known as the Scarab. Suddenly chosen as its symbiotic host, Jaime is bestowed with an incredible suit of armor, granting him extraordinary and unpredictable powers. Witness the transformation of his destiny as he becomes the superhero Blue Beetle.
An Incredible Cast
Joining Xolo Maridueña in this epic adventure are a talented ensemble of actors. Adriana Barraza, known for her roles in “Rambo: Last Blood” and “Thor,” Damían Alcázar from “Narcos” and “Narcos: Mexico,” Elpidia Carrillo from “Mayans M.C.” and the “Predator” films, Bruna Marquezine from “Maldivas” and “God Save the King,” Raoul Max Trujillo from the “Sicario” films and “Mayans M.C.,” along with Academy Award winner Susan Sarandon from “Monarch” and “Dead Man Walking,” and George Lopez from the “Rio” and “Smurf” franchises. The film also features Belissa Escobedo from “American Horror Stories” and “Hocus Pocus 2,” and Harvey Guillén from “What We Do in the Shadows.” With such an exceptional cast, be prepared for performances that will leave you on the edge of your seat.
A Dynamic Team Behind the Scenes
Director Angel Manuel Soto, known for his work on “Charm City Kings” and “The Farm,” leads the charge in bringing this exhilarating story to life. The screenplay, penned by Gareth Dunnet-Alcocer of “Miss Bala” fame, is based on characters from DC Comics. John Rickard and Zev Foreman take on the role of producers, with Walter Hamada, Galen Vaisman, and Garrett Grant serving as executive producers.
Save the Date!
Make sure to mark your calendars for August 16, as “Blue Beetle” swoops into Philippine cinemas. Distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Discovery company, this thrilling superhero film promises an unforgettable cinematic experience.
Join the conversation online and share your excitement for “Blue Beetle” using the hashtag #BlueBeetle. Be part of the exhilarating discussions and connect with fellow superhero enthusiasts.
Photo & Video Credit: “Warner Bros. Pictures”
