The upcoming film Spider-Man: Brand New Day promises to change everything! It's Marvel's chance to introduce a new arc, a new tone, and a new villain. And according to the latest rumors, Marvel Studios is currently looking for an Asian actor between 30 and 50 years old to play a major role. For fans, there's almost no doubt: Mister Negative could finally make his debut in the MCU.
A New Era for Spider-Man
At CinemaCon 2025, Sony made official the title of the fourth film starring Tom Holland: Spider-Man: Brand New Day. This new installment will be released on July 31, 2026. Tom Holland confirmed it in a video: this film will mark a new beginning for his character.
After the events of No Way Home and the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, Peter Parker wants to live a normal life. He returns to college. He then tries to protect his loved ones. But obviously, peace never lasts. A new threat forces him to become Spider-Man again. And this danger could well come from an enemy as formidable as it is mysterious.
But who is Mister Negative?
Mister Negative, whose real name is Martin Li, is in fact a Marvel Comics villain. He has two opposing identities:
- By day, Martin Li is a respected philanthropist. He runs a homeless shelter in New York.
- By night, he becomes Mister Negative, head of a criminal empire. He controls gangs, manipulates negative energy, and transforms his enemies into temporary allies.
His supernatural powers allow him to morally and physically corrupt those he touches. He first appeared in the Brand New Day comics in 2007. This character also gained popularity thanks to the Spider-Man video game on PS4, where he plays the role of the main antagonist.
Some prominent profiles
So far, no official names have leaked. But fans have started to draw up their own list.
#1 Andrew Koji
Revealed in the Warrior series, Andrew Koji has the ideal profile: 36 years old, charismatic, and already accustomed to action roles.
#2 Steven Yeun
Known for his roles in The Walking Dead and Minari, is also a credible candidate. À At 41, his talent for complex and tormented characters would make him an excellent choice.
#3 Lewis Tan
Audiences know him for his roles in Mortal Kombat. At 38, his physique is an obvious asset. Accustomed to combat scenes, he would be very good at bringing to life Mister Negative.
#4 Manny Jacinto
Building on his success in The Good Place, he could very well play the character. At 37 years old, he has the talent to go from charm to mystery, and would fit well with a character as ambivalent as Mister Negative.
Filming for Spider-Man: Brand New Day will begin in June 2025 in the United Kingdom. Production will last until October 2025. Destin Daniel Cretton (Shang-Chi) is at the helm. He promises a unique experience:
We're exploring a new dimension of this character. We want an emotional adventure, but also a spectacular one.
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