Savage Hulk Returns in Leaked Images from ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’
The MCU is gearing up for some daring moves in Phase Six, and ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ might just be the boldest yet. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton and penned by Chris McKenna and Erik Sommers, this July blockbuster features Tom Holland as a Peter Parker who has been forgotten by the world, grappling with a new mutation, a formidable lineup of villains, and a network of alliances that could collapse at any moment. With a Global Fan Event set for Amsterdam on June 17, where Sony and Marvel are expected to unveil the second trailer, excitement is reaching a peak.
That excitement received a significant boost recently, thanks to an early leak. A bootleg version of the second trailer for ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ surfaced online, spreading across social media in blurry, low-quality clips. Sony responded quickly, issuing copyright strikes against the leaked footage, which inadvertently confirmed its authenticity.
Among the most thrilling revelations in the leaked footage is the long-anticipated return of the Savage Hulk. This marks his first appearance on the big screen since his brief encounter with Thanos in the opening of ‘Avengers: Infinity War’. Peter Parker’s reaction to the Hulk’s return is telling, with Holland’s character exclaiming, “Okay, I didn’t know you could get that big.”
The Savage Hulk’s comeback is tied to a device the MCU has been hinting at for years. Bruce Banner has been utilizing a Hulk Inhibitor Device to maintain his human form since the events of Endgame, a piece of technology that has appeared in previous MCU films.
In the leaked trailer, Peter seeks Banner’s assistance in a laboratory regarding his own mutation, inquiring if it’s feasible to suppress the detrimental aspects of mutating DNA. Banner philosophically deflects before revealing his inhibitor device, cautioning Peter, “If you see me without this, run,” a line that serves as a significant piece of foreshadowing.
Merchandising had already hinted at this development. A synopsis for a Hulk action figure released ahead of the film confirmed that the inhibitor has limitations, indicating a return of the Hulk in his feral form during the events of ‘Brand New Day’.
The narrative significance of the Savage Hulk’s appearance is heightened by the character orchestrating it. Sadie Sink’s mysterious character, speculated by fans to be Jean Grey, is shown in the leaked footage as possessing frightening telepathic abilities, traversing minds while hunting for Spider-Man and seemingly threatening MJ. Multiple reports and merchandise details suggest her powers are pink-hued and visually reminiscent of the Void effects seen in ‘Thunderbolts’, further fueling the Jean Grey theories.
According to the leak description, Sink’s character appears to be the catalyst for Hulk’s transformation, effectively mind-controlling Banner and causing the inhibitor to fail. If true, this new villain could be the most formidable figure in the MCU’s current roster, capable of weaponizing one of the Avengers’ most destructive members against his own allies.
Despite the leak, Sony is moving forward with its plans. The studio has confirmed the Global Fan Event in Amsterdam on June 17, featuring appearances from Tom Holland and Zendaya, promising a special reveal that will be shared globally. Ticket presales are also expected to launch on the same day, making the fan event effectively the film’s marketing kickoff, regardless of the leaked content.
The confirmed cast for ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ includes Tom Holland, Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, Sadie Sink, Jon Bernthal as Frank Castle, Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner, Michael Mando returning as Scorpion, and Marvin Jones III as Tombstone. The film is set to hit theaters and IMAX on July 31.
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