Spider-Man fans have been waiting for the latest news on the rumored fourth Tom Holland movie, and while today’s news doesn’t actually confirm anything, it at least offers a glimmer of hope. According to Deadline, Destin Daniel Cretton (Marvel Studios) Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings) is Sony and Marvel’s top choice to direct the next movie starring Spider-Man.
Cretton had directed another Marvel movie, now scrapped Avengers: Kang Dynastybut leaves in November 2023. Avengers: Doomsday As the main version in 2026.
end Its 2027 sequel will be directed by Marvel mainstays the Russo brothers, but even before the Spider-Man news, Cretton remained close to the studio; Shang-Chi There is also a sequel magic man The Disney+ series is coming soon.
Cretton’s biggest recent non-Marvel news came earlier this year, when we learned he was set to star in Marvel Studios Naruto Lionsgate Films. There’s no word yet on how the Spider-Man movie might affect the project.
As for the Spider-Man film, Deadline cited unnamed sources as saying that Cretton may be hired as helmer, noting that “it’s unclear if formal talks have begun, but insiders say , he is the best choice to direct and will take over the director’s duties.” for the highly anticipated sequel. Neither Sony nor Marvel have commented on the deal. io9 has also reached out to Sony and we will update this article if we hear back.
Also unconfirmed: the return of series stars Tom Holland and Zendaya, though Deadline writes that “both A-listers have been in contact with executives and producers about the film’s development, and both The actor’s new deal may begin soon.”
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