As the release of "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" approaches, speculation surrounding the character portrayed by Sadie Sink has intensified. During a recent interview in New York, one interviewer attempted to elicit a reaction from the "Stranger Things" star by referencing the iconic X-Men character Jean Grey, a name fans have heavily linked to Sink's role.
The interviewer for The Backstage Experience posed a hypothetical scenario, "Let's pretend here... I walked into a store... and I bought some jeans, grey for instance." Sink, attempting to conceal her amusement, responded, "And what about them?!"
With only a week remaining until "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" begins its preview screenings, Sink's character has yet to be officially revealed, a mystery that has become a central element of the film's marketing campaign. The persistent fan theory that she is playing Jean Grey has been fueled by numerous leaks, and trailers have provided hints of her possessing psychic abilities, including scenes where she appears to control individuals and other heroes.
Recent weeks have seen a growing consensus among Marvel insiders that Sink is indeed portraying Jean Grey, moving past earlier candidates for the role. It had been apparent for some time that Sink's part was more significant than that of a typical villain, as "Brand New Day" already features several antagonists.
Reports from last year suggested that Sink would also appear in the 2027 film "Avengers: Secret Wars," indicating a potentially larger role for her within the ongoing Multiverse Saga. This casting also aligns with Marvel's plans for an X-Men reboot, which is reportedly being directed by Jake Schreier, known for his work on "Thunderbolts" and "The New Avengers." Introducing Jean Grey now could serve as a prelude to a new generation of X-Men characters, while audiences prepare to bid farewell to legacy characters returning for "Avengers: Doomsday."
Sink previously described the secrecy surrounding her role as "torture" in an appearance on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon." However, with "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" set to premiere on July 31, answers are imminent, and Sink will likely be able to speak more freely about her part.
Meanwhile, Tom Holland has shared some details about the film, including that "one person" still remembers Peter Parker is Spider-Man. Holland has also commented on his potential involvement in "Avengers: Doomsday" and "Avengers: Secret Wars," suggesting he will be featured in both.