Spider-Man: Brand New Day reveals first trailer and action figures

Sony and Marvel have finally released the first trailer for the upcoming film Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The trailer only offers a few glimpses of the villains facing off against Spider-Man, while leaving several key story and character details under wraps. Mark Ruffalo appears in the trailer as Bruce Banner, but it remains unclear whether he will transform into the Hulk during this new chapter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

First look at the villains

In the first trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the focus is mainly on Spider-Man and the threat posed by the villains. The trailer shows a few flashes of the antagonists, but does not provide a deeper look at their roles or motivations in the story. Fans are speculating that the plot will center on a team-up between several heroes, including Tom Holland’s Spider-Man and Jon Bernthal’s Punisher, who will join forces against an enraged Hulk.

Hasbro's Marvel Legends action figures

Despite the limited look offered by the trailer, Hasbro's Marvel Legends figures have revealed some interesting clues about the film. Hasbro has unveiled the first wave of action figures based on Brand New Day. One standout figure is the Hulk, which suggests we may be seeing the classic, savage version of the character again, rather than the 'Smart Hulk' seen since Avengers: Endgame in 2019.

The Hulk figure stands out with torn clothing and a screaming expression, fueling expectations that the film will emphasize the character’s raw power and rage. It seems this shift in characterization could lead to some exciting confrontations in the story.

Villain designs

Alongside the Hulk figure, Hasbro is also presenting a range of Marvel Actionverse figures aimed specifically at a younger audience. One of the villains highlighted by these figures is Scorpion, played by Michael Mando in the film. The design details for Scorpion reveal a heavily armored suit as well as a prehensile scorpion tail, confirming his role as a dangerous antagonist in Brand New Day.

With the upcoming film and its related merchandise, the Spider-Man: Brand New Day universe is entering an exciting phase. While the trailer raises questions, the action figure details offer intriguing clues about what to expect. However, plenty of mystery still surrounds certain characters, such as the role of Sadie Sink, which has not yet been officially revealed.

The hype around this film and the new Marvel Legends figures has fans looking forward to the official release, where they will hopefully get more answers about the colorful cast and their adventures.