Hold onto your web-shooters, because the biggest MCU news of the week just dropped. Mark Ruffalo is officially bringing his iconic Hulk back to the big screen, and he’s set to smash his way into the next Spidey adventure, Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
That’s right, after months of speculation, we finally have confirmation that Tom Holland’s Spider-Man won’t be swinging solo. The news, first reported by The Hollywood Reporter, means we’re getting a team-up for the ages. With production already kicking off in Glasgow, the hype for this movie just went into overdrive.
The Smashing Details
So, what’s the scoop? After his last appearance in the She-Hulk series, fans have been wondering when we’d see Bruce Banner again. Now we know he’ll be a major player in Spidey’s next chapter. While Marvel is keeping the plot under lock and key, the thought of the Hulk and Spider-Man fighting side-by-side is enough to get any fan excited.
Marvel boss Kevin Feige has been wanting to make this happen for a while. He sees it as a “natural fit” and a “fun, unexpected turn” for both heroes. It’s a chance to see a new dynamic after Peter Parker lost his first mentor, Tony Stark.
Why This Is a Huge Deal for Spidey
After the heart-wrenching ending of No Way Home, Peter Parker is a man on his own. The world has forgotten him, and he’s starting from scratch. Bringing in a heavy-hitter like the Hulk completely changes the game.
- A New Mentor? Could Bruce Banner step in to guide Peter? With his big brain and even bigger fists, he’s the perfect blend of brains and brawn to help Spidey navigate his new reality.
- Science Bros 2.0: Imagine the lab sessions with Peter Parker and Bruce Banner. The tech they could create would be off the charts, and they’ll probably need it if they’re facing a villain tough enough to require the Hulk’s help.
- A Bigger Threat: You don’t call in the Hulk for a minor street-level scrap. His presence strongly suggests that a major threat is on the horizon—could this be the MCU’s first real taste of a proper Sinister Six?
What We Know So Far…
The film, directed by Destin Daniel Cretton (who also directed Shang-Chi), is titled Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The name itself hints at a fresh start for Peter, and we’ve already seen glimpses of his new, more comic-accurate suit. Now, with the Hulk confirmed, this “brand new day” is shaping up to be one of the most exciting chapters in the MCU’s history.