And Tom Holland Spider-Man 4 going forward, I hope Zendaya's MJ is not in the Marvel Cinematic Universe movie for a very simple story reason. MJ's role in Holland's Spider-Man films is very important. The character was very closed Spider-Man: Homecomingwhile the next two Spider-Man films saw him and Holland's Peter Parker fall in love and enter a relationship. I enjoyed how the romance between these two played out and I think MJ is the same Spider-Man's second love interest in live actionbehind Gwen Stacy's Emma Stone's Andrew Garfield The Amazing Spider-Man movie franchise.
However, I am convinced that it is time for the MCU Spider-Man franchise to go in a different direction. After a long time and several updates due to delays caused by the Hollywood strikes of 2023, the MCU's. Spider-Man 4 in the end it goes forward. The project is reportedly aiming to go before the cameras in early 2025which will put the next Spider-Man movie coming in 2026, five years later Spider-Man: No Way Home. That film sets up a potential new chapter for the franchise Spider-Man 4 director Destin Daniel Cretton to check out, and I don't think Zendaya's MJ is up to it.
Zendaya Is Reportedly Returning As MJ
No Spider-Man 4 News Details Revealed
Until now, Spider-Man 4The cast is yet to be announced. Since the plan is for the film to start shooting in early 2025, casting reports are expected to arrive between now and the end of the year. One of the featured stars of the film has to be Zendaya, who returns to the MCU franchise as MJ. When you report on Destin Daniel Cretton is chosen to be the leader Spider-Man 4, Deadline he revealed that deals are being closed for Tom Holland to return as Spider-Man and Zendaya to return as MJ. In accordance with Deadlineboth stars were part Spider-Man 4's development process.
The star has proven in many roles that she's the real deal, with Euphoria and Dune: Part Two being prime examples of Zendaya's range.
Based on the report, the announcement that Zendaya's MJ will enter Spider-Man 4 it seems only a matter of time. While I've enjoyed his role in the MCU so far, I don't think the star returning for this new chapter of the Spider-Man franchise is the best choice. That thought has nothing to do with Zendaya's acting ability. This star has shown in many roles that he is the real deal, too Euphoria again Dune: Part Two which are great examples of Zendaya's range. I don't want to see MJ come back in Spider-Man 4 for story reasons.
I Believe Zendaya's Return Hurts Spider-Man: No Way Home's End
The Movie Builds a New Version of the Spider-Man Franchise
The main reason I don't think Zendaya should come back as MJ in the middle Spider-Man 4 it's because it's going to be different Spider-Man: No Way Homea sad ending. That film had the saddest ending of all the Spider-Man films and the MCU alike. Doctor Strange's spell made everyone who knew Peter Parker was Spider-Man go back to their separate places, making all the characters forget who Peter Parker was. I was sad to see Holland's Peter alone, with Zendaya's MJ, Jacob Batalon's Ned Leeds, and Jon Favreau's Happy Hogan missing him.
Peter told MJ that he would reveal everything to her after Doctor Strange's trial and make her remember him. However, when he sees her happy with her life and realizes that she has an injury that appears Spider-Man: No Way HomeIn the final battle, the hero decides not to tell her or Ned to keep them safe. That's a Spider-Man-like choice I believe Peter Parker would have made in that situation. It comes in Spider-Man 4Aunt May is dead, no one remembers who she is, and Peter lives alone in a small apartment at his lowest point in the MCU.
However, Zendaya's return as MJ in Spider-Man 4 it can reverse that. I want to see the MCU fully explore what this new reality might look like for Peter Parker. With MJ around, Peter couldn't continue, and neither could the franchise itself. Spider-Man: No Way HomeHis ending had a huge emotional impact because it seemed to put an end to that version of the franchise. Peter made the most difficult sacrifice by letting MJ gobut it doesn't seem like the MCU is ready to make that same decision.
I Want To See The MCU Adapt Some Of Spider-Man's Love Interests
There are many characters who deserve their time in the spotlight
I thought Spider-Man: No Way Home open the MCU's best opportunity to explore some of the romances Peter Parker has had throughout his Marvel Comics history. After learning about Gwen Stacy in Andrew Garfield's Spider-Man, this character would be fun to see appear. Spider-Man 4. After all, Gwen and Peter first met in college in comedywhich would be how they met in the MCU. Another great love interest Spider-Man 4 could use Black Cat, which I think would suit the film.
The reason for that has to do with Peter's decision not to tell MJ about their future. He didn't do it because he wanted her to be safe. Well, Black Cat lives the same dangerous life that Spider-Man lives and he comes out fine. Therefore, I think that Felicia Hardy would be a love interest that fits Peter Parker better in his current situation. With the X-Men MCU just around the corner, Kitty Pryde could enter Spider-Man 4starting to fall in love with Peter and preparing for her future adventure. Characters like Silk and Silver Sable can also be interesting.
I Think Zendaya's Return As MJ Should Happen Later In The MCU
Character Just Needs a Break of Absence
While I don't think MJ is there Spider-Man 4 it's a great choice, I'd love to see Zendaya's character return to the franchise down the line. I have no problems with MJ, like the MCU is building a good relationship between itself and Peter Parker. However, the impact of Spider-Man: No Way Home's big decision that relationship needs to be heard, and only MJ's absence can ensure that it works very well. After allowing the fallout from Spider-Man: No Way HomeFate plays its part, Zendaya's MJ could return later in the franchise.
I think Peter and MJ are getting back into each other's lives Spider-Man 5 again little by little they find a way to get back together Spider-Man 6 it would be a great continuation of their romance if Tom Holland gets another Spider-Man trilogy. As it is, I hope Zendaya returns as MJ Spider-Man 4 she will have a small role, perhaps with Peter taking another trip to the donut shop he was last seen working at or the two meeting in another setting.
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