Multiple outlets report that Xolo Maridueña’s Blue Beetle is expected to return in James Gunn’s upcoming DC film, “Man of Tomorrow.” Maridueña originated the character in the 2023 DC movie “Blue Beetle,” which introduced the live-action version of the superhero to film audiences. The reporting suggests that the character’s presence would connect the 2023 installment to Gunn’s broader DC slate, though specific details about how Blue Beetle will be used are not fully established in the available summaries. One outlet frames the return as a likely continuation of Maridueña’s role, while another emphasizes the character’s unexpected but plausible fit within Gunn’s project. Across the coverage, the common point is that Blue Beetle—played by Maridueña—is being discussed as part of “Man of Tomorrow.” No outlet in the provided excerpts specifies a release date, character storyline specifics, or whether the casting is officially confirmed by DC Studios; the information is presented as reporting and expectation rather than a detailed, confirmed announcement.