After being the first to graduate from college in his family, Jaime and the rest of Reyes are entering a turbulent time in their lives. They have lost their business, his father has health issues, and they are about to be evicted from their home. Jaime hopes to save his family, and his hopes are fueled by a chance encounter with Jenny Kord, a member of Kord Industries. Instead of giving Jaime a job, she entrusts him with the Scarab. Unknown to Jaime and Jenny, the Scarab chooses Jaime as the next host, and Jaime is forced to become the next Blue Beetle, and chaos ensues.
This is the first movie in the DCU with James Gunn at the helm. This movie can go either way. The story gives viewers enough information about the Blue Beetle but is not an origin story. There are no significant connections to the overall DCU. Still, there are some easter eggs and references made throughout the film. Fans of the Blue Beetle comics may feel differently about the film. Overall, the movie is worth a watch and could lead to something more significant in the overall DCU; only time will tell.