Spider-Manis one of the most important characters in theMarvel Cinematic Universe, andI’m shocked about the understated way that the series has decided to introduce their own version of Gwen Stacy.Spider-Man’s MCU timelinehas made a number of interesting and original choices with the character’s canon and relationships. This has allowed Tom Holland’s iteration of Peter Parker to feel fresh and new, using components of the hero’s core canon while developing him as a strong and original character alongside his charismatic friends.
While much of Spider-Man’s onscreen history has been well-received, someSpider-Man moments have divided fans.I’m a little worried that the debut of this new Gwen Stacy might do the same.With such an important character, who has grown even more significant to even casual fans with her Spider-Woman or Ghost-Spider identity, especially in theSpider-Versefilms, there is a lot riding on Gwen’s MCU debut. While little is known of the story details, Gwen has been revealed, and she looks amazing, even if the execution is a bit surprising.
I’ve Been Convinced Spider-Man 4 Is The Perfect Time For The MCU To Introduce Gwen Stacy Since Spider-Man: No Way Home’s Ending
A New Love Interest Is Likely To Play A Part In Spider-Man 4
Following theending ofSpider-Man: No Way Home,I’ve always thought thatTom Holland’sSpider-Man 4would be a perfect place to introduce Gwen Stacy to the MCU.Peter has lost his friends and his relationship, and it is important that Peter finds a new one to fill that void in the next film. Gwen Stacy is the perfect opportunity to widen the shape of Peter’s love life, and to give him deep and personal connections with other popular characters from the comics. This could be done in a number of ways.
Gwen Stacy could be a superhero, or she could simply be another student at his school.Using either side of this character could make for compelling character examinations in the new film.Many have also suggested thatBlack Cat could be inSpider-Man 4, and this could also work. However, Gwen Stacy has become such a popular character in her own right, and allowing that character to exist in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is such an exciting prospect that I still hope to see achieved soon. This is not how she is being introduced to the MCU, however.
We Just Got Our First Look At An MCU Gwen Stacy In The Last Way I Was Expecting
The New Gwen Stacy Was Shared In A Social Media Post
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Manhas been confirmed to be the first place that Gwen Stacy will appear in the MCU.This was revealed in an unusual way, with showrunner Jeff Trammell actually revealing the design for the character onXafter the first season finished airing on Disney+. While no voice actor has been detailed in the post, it appears that Gwen Stacy will be a significant part of theYour Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Mancastbeginning with season 2.
Social media posts have often included the first reveals of many superhero characters, but this one feels a bit unusual, especially due to how unexpected it is. The first season brought in manygreat Marvel charactersand gave them excellent characterization, and there is no reason to believe this will be any different with Gwen Stacy. With a design that fits perfectly with the feel of the show, it seems likely thatGwen could be a major love interest for Peter in the show’s season 2.
The MCU’s Gwen Stacy Introduction Could Still Bode Well For Spider-Man 4
Gwen Stacy Has Proven To Be Viable In Multiple Different Marvel Formats
While an animated iteration may not be the expected way for Gwen to enter the MCU,it does not preclude the possibility that the character could still play a major part inSpider-Man 4.There are various iterations of Gwen Stacy in the comics and onscreen, and each has felt distinct from one another while sticking close to the character’s comic book roots. The versions inThe Amazing Spider-ManandSpider-Man: Into the Spider-Verseare very different, but are both strong.
WithYour Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Manintroducing Gwen Stacy in season 2, the character could still play a major role in the live-action films as well. An animated superhero iteration of Gwen has already been done, and a live-action non-powered Gwen has also already happened.I’d like to see the two swap executions in the MCU, with a Spider-Woman in live-action and a human love interest in animation.With that said, I’m excited about how the franchise decides to handle the character.
The MCU’s Only Current Way To Introduce Its Gwen Stacy Is Impossible To Not Make Weird After Spider-Man: No Way Home
After meeting his variants in Spider-Man: No Way Home, the MCU’s Peter Parker learned about Gwen Stacy, their relationship, and her tragic fate.
It’s exciting to know that Gwen Stacy is planned for more Marvel projects in the future.While the character was killed off in the comics, her popularity, especially as a superhero, has returned Gwen to being a Marvel mainstay in more recent years.I’d love to see more of her, and I’m glad to know that she will be playing a part inYour Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Mansoon. I’m excited to see how she and other new characters are used in this latest version of Peter Parker and his world.
