Huge Upcoming Surprise: Ted Lasso Actor Lands Unbelievable Role as DCU's Newest Hero!

Warning! This article contains Blue Beetle SPOILERS.

Summary

Ángel Manuel Soto, the director of Blue Beetle, has expressed his desire for Jason Sudeikis to portray the character Ted Kord in the DC Universe. Despite initial rumors suggesting Sudeikis had been secretly cast as Ted Kord in the Blue Beetle film, these speculations were ultimately proven false.

Sudeikis potentially joining the DC Universe could be a game-changing career move after Ted Lasso, and fans are eagerly awaiting Soto's dream casting to become a reality.

Ángel Manuel Soto, the director of Blue Beetle, desires to have Ted Lasso himself play one of the prominent heroes in the DC Universe, as hinted in the recent film. As the DCEU nears its conclusion in 2023, the new DC Universe has begun with the release of the Blue Beetle movie, in which Jaime Reyes takes on the role of the titular hero. While Blue Beetle focuses on Jaime's captivating origin story, the August adventure also establishes the foundation for a broader mythology, revealing that he is not the only one to bear the title.

The post-credits scene in Blue Beetle has revealed that Ted Kord is still alive, leaving fans eager to know who will portray the beloved DC hero. In an interview with The Digital Fix, Soto discussed the exciting teaser and expressed their personal preference for Jason Sudeikis to bring Kord to life in the DC Universe. Soto believes that Sudeikis, known for his role as Ted Lasso in the Apple TV+ series of the same name, would be perfect for the part. However, ultimately, the decision will be based on finding an actor who not only fits the character, but also shares a passion for our vision and is supportive of Jaime Reyes' story moving forward.

Jason Sudeikis' Original Blue Beetle Rumor Explained

Soto's desire to have Sudeikis play the second Blue Beetle is reminiscent of an earlier rumor surrounding the film's production. On May 23, 2022, Bill Marinella Casting Inc. posted a notice seeking a "Ted Body Double" for a photo shoot. They were specifically looking for individuals with blonde or brunette hair who matched the complexion of a reference photo, featuring Sudeikis with his eyes blurred out.

This led to speculation that Sudeikis had been secretly cast as Ted Kord, and that the Blue Beetle movie was in need of a body double to stand in for the actor. However, the rumor was debunked on May 24, when it was confirmed that Sudeikis would not be appearing in the film, and neither would the character Ted Kord. In Blue Beetle, Ted only made an appearance through a portrait and was heard in the post-credits scene, without any specific actor mentioned in the cast list.

Sudeikis would be an excellent choice to portray Ted Kord, whether it be on Blue Beetle 2 or the Booster Gold TV show. With Ted Lasso likely coming to an end after season 3, joining the DC Universe would be a significant opportunity for the actor. It is hopeful that Soto's desired casting of Ted in the DC Universe, as expressed after the Blue Beetle teaser, will become a reality.