Stranger Things' Sadie Sink Insists Jean Grey X-Men Reports Are 'News to Me,' but Admits 'It's an Awesome Rumor'

Earlier this month, reports surfaced suggesting Sadie Sink, known for her role as Max Mayfield in Stranger Things, is set to star alongside Tom Holland in Spider-Man 4. Deadline reported that Sink, whose film debut was in the 2016 biographical sports drama Chuck, would appear in the upcoming MCU movie, slated to begin filming later this year and release on July 31, 2026.

While Marvel and Sony remained tight-lipped when contacted by Deadline, the publication speculated Sink might portray either the X-Men's Jean Grey or another popular redheaded Spider-Man character. IGN subsequently explored various Marvel characters Sadie Sink could potentially play in Spider-Man 4 and beyond within the MCU.

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AnswerSee ResultsIn a recent interview with Josh Horowitz, Sink remained elusive regarding the Jean Grey speculation, simply calling the rumor "awesome." She confirmed she hadn't spoken to Kevin Feige or any Marvel representatives about the role, stating, "I have nothing to say about this," while acknowledging Jean Grey as "a great character." However, she expressed excitement about the potential of committing to a long-term MCU role. The interview concluded with Sink clearly choosing to keep her involvement under wraps.

Late last year, Kevin Feige hinted at the introduction of X-Men characters in upcoming MCU films, mentioning fans would see "some X-Men players that you might recognize" in the next few installments. He further emphasized the X-Men's significant role in the MCU's future, particularly following Secret Wars.

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New duel1ST2ND3RDSee your ResultsFinish playing for your personal results or see the community’s!Continue playingSee resultsConsidering Marvel's upcoming slate, Spider-Man 4, along with other Phase 6 films like Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars, are prime candidates for X-Men appearances. The potential return of Deadpool, Wolverine, and even Channing Tatum as Gambit remains a significant question. Feige has highlighted the X-Men's crucial role in the MCU's post-Secret Wars future, suggesting a substantial X-Men presence in Phase 7. Storm's appearance in What If...? Season 3 marked a first step in integrating the X-Men into the wider MCU. With Marvel adding three untitled film projects to their 2028 release schedule, the possibility of an X-Men film in that year seems increasingly likely.