Dave Bautista, Jason Momoa to star in ‘Blue Beetle’ director Angel Manuel Soto’s next film

Los Angeles, Aug 22 (PTI) “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3” star Dave Bautista and “Aquaman” star Jason Momoa are teaming up for “The Wrecking Crew”, to be directed by Angel Manuel Soto.

Soto, who just launched the DC superhero movie “Blue Beetle” fronted by Xolo Mariduena into cinemas, has lined up his next project with MGM Studios.

According to the entertainment website The Hollywood Reporter, the script of “The Wrecking Crew” is penned by Jonathan Tropper, the creator of the TV series “Warrior”.

He wrote the script and closed the deal before the writers strike began in June, the publication added.

“The Wrecking Crew” is billed as a buddy comedy, with other details kept under wraps.

Jeffrey Fierson, who worked with Momoa on the TV show “Frontier”, is producing the film.

Soto’s “Blue Beetle”, which released on August 18, is receiving positive reviews as the studio’s first live-action superhero movie starring and created by Latinos.