5 Ways ‘Spider-Man 4’ Could Change The MCU
As the web-slinger gears up for his fourth solo outing in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, anticipation runs high for Tom Holland’s return as Peter Parker. With the previous instalments standing as monumental successes both for the character and the MCU at large, the stage is set for ‘Spider-Man 4’ to elevate the superhero saga to even greater heights. Holland’s portrayal has solidified him as a fan favourite, poised to potentially hold the record for the most solo MCU films under his belt.
While details surrounding the plot and accompanying characters remain shrouded in mystery, Sony Motion Pictures Group chairman Tom Rothman has teased ‘Spider-Man 4’ as a “significant event.” With the franchise’s future hinging on this pivotal moment, speculation abounds as to how the film will fulfil its promise, leaving fans eager to unravel the possibilities of what lies ahead for the iconic web-slinger.
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‘Spider-Man 4’ Could See Peter Parker’s Death
Anticipation swirls around the highly speculated major event slated for ‘Spider-Man 4’: the demise of none other than Peter Parker himself. Originally earmarked for ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home,’ the formidable Kraven the Hunter was poised to take centre stage before the film pivoted towards its multiversal odyssey. Now, with the stage set for ‘Spider-Man 4”s unveiling, the path seems clear for Kraven to finally make his mark, as Sony’s plans to introduce the character in his solo venture align seamlessly with the narrative trajectory.
As Aaron Taylor-Johnson gears up to lead the Sony Spider-Man Universe in Kraven the Hunter this December, the question looms: will Spider-Man 4 venture into the realm of Kraven’s Last Hunt, culminating in a seismic shift as Peter Parker meets his untimely end? With the possibility of Tom Holland bidding adieu to his web-slinging alter ego, the prospect of Kraven’s lethal pursuit setting the stage for a shocking, unforgettable Marvel moment tantalizes fans as they await the unveiling of ‘Spider-Man 4.’
‘Spider-Man 4‘ Could Adapt Devil’s Reign
If whispers are to be believed, the film could draw inspiration from Marvel Comics’ gripping storyline, Devil’s Reign. In this narrative, the formidable Kingpin ascends to the role of Mayor of New York City, unleashing a wave of anti-vigilante sentiment that puts Spider-Man and Daredevil squarely in his crosshairs. With echoes of Kingpin’s mayoral bid already reverberating in ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ and ‘The Defenders Saga’ firmly established in MCU canon, the stage is set for a spectacular showdown.
Miles Morales Could be Introduced to the MCU
‘Spider-Man 4’ might become super exciting if they bring in another version of the hero from the comics – Miles Morales, who’s pretty popular. It could be his first time in a live-action movie, especially since the animated ‘Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse’ is wrapping up. Miles could be a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) soon, and fans are pumped for it.
In ‘Spider-Man 4,’ Miles might start without powers and have a smaller role. The movie could show his friendship with Peter Parker, setting him up to be trained by Holland’s Spider-Man later on. Maybe at the end of the film, he could get bitten by a spider and gain his powers. Peter could keep being Spider-Man for the Avengers, while Miles could join the MCU’s Young Avengers, a team that’s been hinted at in recent projects.
Black Cat, Gwen Stacy and Harry Osborn
After all the crazy stuff that went down in ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home,’ it’s time for Tom Holland’s Spider-Man 4 to go back to basics. One idea could be to keep things grounded and focus on the neighbourhood-level action. Even though big things happen in the multiverse, there’s still room for Spidey to deal with everyday challenges.
With Peter Parker starting fresh, he’s got a chance to build a whole new story. Maybe he starts college and meets iconic characters like Gwen Stacy and Harry Osborn. Plus, adding Black Cat as a new love interest could spice things up.
Venom Vs Spider-Man
In ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home,’ a part of the Venom symbiote stays in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), opening up possibilities for any character to become Venom, including the MCU’s version of Eddie Brock. However, fans are most excited about the idea of Tom Hardy returning to play Venom. ‘Venom: The Last Dance’ is set to be Hardy’s final Venom movie in Sony’s Spider-Man Universe.
Through the multiverse, Venom could eventually become a permanent part of the MCU. In a potential ‘Spider-Man 4’ storyline, Peter Parker might bond with the symbiote, leading to increased aggression. Since Peter is currently struggling in the MCU, he could be easily influenced by the symbiote. Hardy’s Venom would then recognize the symbiote and try to retrieve it from Spider-Man, setting up a surprising twist where Spider-Man becomes the antagonist in a showdown with Venom.
