Earlier this month, Sadie Sink, renowned for her role as Max Mayfield in the hit series *Stranger Things*, was reported to be joining the cast of *Spider-Man 4* alongside Tom Holland. According to Deadline, Sink, who debuted in the film industry with the 2016 biographical sports drama *Chuck*, is set to appear in the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) movie. Filming is slated to begin later this year, with the film scheduled for release on July 31, 2026.
Although Marvel and Sony remained silent when approached by Deadline for comments, the publication speculated that Sink might portray the iconic X-Men character Jean Grey or another beloved redheaded character from the Spider-Man universe. Following this, IGN explored various Marvel characters that Sadie Sink could potentially play in *Spider-Man 4* and beyond in the MCU.
AnswerSee ResultsIn a recent interview with Josh Horowitz, Sink remained elusive about the Jean Grey rumors, expressing surprise at the speculation. "This is news to me," she stated. When asked if she had any discussions with Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige or any Marvel representative regarding Jean Grey, Sink replied, "No. I have nothing to say about this." However, she acknowledged the excitement around the rumors, calling them "awesome" and describing Jean Grey as a "great character."
Sink also expressed enthusiasm about the possibility of dedicating significant time and energy to a role in the MCU, saying, "I think that’s super exciting." The conversation concluded with Sink keeping her involvement under wraps, with Horowitz hinting at a future revisit once her role is officially confirmed.
Last year, Kevin Feige, the head of Marvel Studios, teased the inclusion of X-Men characters in the "next few" MCU films. Speaking at the Disney APAC Content Showcase in Singapore, Feige hinted at the introduction of familiar X-Men characters but did not specify which ones or in which films. He also highlighted the importance of the X-Men in the MCU's future, particularly post-*Secret Wars*, stating, "The X-Men are an important part of that future."
Feige's comments suggest that the X-Men will play a central role in Phase 7 of the MCU, but in the immediate future, Storm made her first appearance in the wider MCU in What If...? Season 3. Additionally, Marvel Studios added three untitled movie projects to its 2028 release schedule, with dates set for February 18, May 5, and November 10, 2028, one of which is speculated to be an X-Men film.
