The MCU might be gearing up to welcome a new face to its star-studded ensemble. Euphoria star Sydney Sweeney is rumored to be cast as Felicia Hardy, aka Black Cat, in the upcoming Spider-Man 4, starring Tom Holland. This buzz comes courtesy of industry insider @MyTimeToShineH, a notable figure known for their insider scoops on superhero cinema.
Sydney Sweeney Black Cat Rumored in Spider-Man
If the rumors hold, Sweeney will portray the main love interest Felicia Hardy for Holland’s Peter Parker. However, it’s not just any romantic entanglement; the plot thickens as Zendaya’s MJ slowly regains her memory of Peter, potentially setting the stage for a dramatic love triangle between Peter, MJ, and Felicia. This dynamic could add a layer of emotional complexity to the web-slinger’s narrative, further entangled by the reunion of Euphoria castmates Zendaya and Sydney Sweeney on the big screen.
@MyTimeToShineH further stirred the pot by announcing on their X subscriber account that talks between Sweeney and Marvel’s Kevin Feige have taken place. They even went so far as to declare the role “confirmed,” but fans should hold their excitement — such claims should be taken with a grain of salt until official confirmation comes through from Hollywood trades or Marvel Studios themselves.
Adding to the excitement, the potential involvement of Sam Raimi as director for Spider-Man 4 has fans buzzing with anticipation. Raimi, who is revered for his handling of the Spider-Man lore in his earlier trilogy, could bring a nostalgic touch to Holland’s iteration of the character, which is now firmly rooted in the streets of New York City.
As the film is reportedly set to begin production this September, all eyes will be on Marvel and Sony for the official casting announcements. The speculation around Sweeney’s casting and Raimi’s directorial return suggests that both studios might be looking to breathe new life into the beloved franchise, moving on from other projects like Madame Web to focus on the tried and true spider-verse.
Whether these rumors will spin into reality remains to be seen, but the potential addition of one of the hottest actresses today Sydney Sweeney to the MCU could certainly make Spider-Man 4 one of the most eagerly awaited chapters in the superhero saga. Stay tuned as we continue to follow this story and await the swinging arrival of any official news.
