Hulk and Scorpion Confirmed for Spider-Man: Brand New Day!
Get ready, Spider-Man fans! The upcoming Spider-Man sequel, officially titled Spider-Man: Brand New Day, is shaping up to be a massive Marvel team-up. Not only is Tom Holland returning as our friendly neighborhood Spider-Man, but two major characters from the Marvel Cinematic Universe are joining the fray: Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner, aka the Hulk, and Michael Mando reprising his role as Mac Gargan, the Scorpion!
The Hollywood Reporter broke the exciting news, sending the internet into a frenzy. While plot details are still tightly under wraps, the addition of Hulk and Scorpion suggests a complex and action-packed storyline. This marks the Hulk's first significant appearance since Avengers: Endgame, although he's made cameos in projects like Shang-Chi, She-Hulk, and even an alternate version in Deadpool & Wolverine. What role will he play in Peter Parker's world?
Scorpion's return is equally intriguing. Last seen imprisoned alongside Michael Keaton's Vulture in Spider-Man: Homecoming, Gargan clearly harbors a grudge against Spider-Man. Will he be a primary antagonist, or will a bigger threat emerge?
A Growing Roster of Heroes and Villains
Adding to the excitement, Jon Bernthal is also confirmed to return as the Punisher, making his official MCU big-screen debut. This impressive roster of characters hints at a multi-layered narrative with potentially high stakes for Spider-Man.
Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings), Spider-Man: Brand New Day is currently filming and aims for a July 31, 2026 release date. The tight production schedule is reminiscent of Marvel's approach to last year's Fantastic Four movie.
- Tom Holland returns as Spider-Man.
- Mark Ruffalo reprises his role as the Hulk.
- Michael Mando is back as Scorpion.
- Jon Bernthal will appear as the Punisher.
With such a stellar cast and a talented director at the helm, Spider-Man: Brand New Day promises to be an unforgettable chapter in the Spider-Man saga. Get ready for action, humor, and plenty of Marvel-style surprises!