Thescreescore – Eight years after a tantalizing tease in Spider-Man: Homecoming, Michael Mando is poised to unleash Scorpion upon the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Leaked set photos from Spider-Man: Brand New Day have ignited fan excitement, showcasing Mando in character as Mac Gargan, seemingly sprung from prison and ready to settle a score with our friendly neighborhood Spider-Man.
The images, initially shared on X by @MyTimeToShineHello, offer a glimpse behind the scenes of the highly anticipated fourth installment in the MCU Spider-Man saga. Two photos feature Tom Holland, back in action after a reported injury, striking signature Spidey poses, though not in costume. The other two photos focus on Mando, first in what appears to be a standard-issue white prison jumpsuit, and then inside a helicopter, suggesting a daring escape or a tactical deployment.
Mac Gargan’s journey to becoming Scorpion has been a slow burn. Introduced in Homecoming as a criminal apprehended by Spider-Man, Gargan’s post-credits encounter with Adrian Toomes (Michael Keaton’s Vulture) hinted at a simmering vendetta. Now, it appears that Gargan is ready to embrace his villainous destiny and transform into the Scorpion, presenting a formidable challenge for a Peter Parker who is now operating without the world knowing his secret identity.
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day, directed by Destin Daniel Cretton (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings), picks up after the reality-altering events of Spider-Man: No Way Home. With the world having forgotten Peter Parker, he must navigate a lonely path as he continues his fight against crime. Scorpion won’t be the only threat he faces. Marvin Jones is also set to appear as Tombstone, and there are rumors that Jon Bernthal’s Punisher may also cross paths with the web-slinger.
Returning cast members include Zendaya as MJ and Jacob Batalon as Ned, with Mark Ruffalo reprising his role as Bruce Banner/The Hulk. New faces joining the ensemble include Sadie Sink, Tramell Tillman, and Liza Colón-Zayas.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is slated to hit theaters on July 31, 2026, as one of Marvel’s two tentpole releases for that year, alongside Avengers: Doomsday. The film promises a thrilling new chapter for Spider-Man, filled with action, intrigue, and the long-awaited debut of Scorpion.
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