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 that Sadie Sink, known for her role as Max Mayfield in Stranger Things, is set to join Tom Holland in Spider-Man 4. Deadline reported Sink, whose film debut was in the 2016 film Chuck, will 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, Deadline speculated Sink might portray either Jean Grey from the X-Men or another popular redheaded Spider-Man character. IGN further explored potential Marvel characters Sink could 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 about the Jean Grey speculation, calling the rumor "awesome" but offering no confirmation. She denied speaking with Kevin Feige or other Marvel representatives about the role, stating simply, "The rumors are really cool though. It’s an awesome rumor!" While acknowledging Jean Grey as a "great character," Sink remained tight-lipped, expressing only excitement about the potential of a long-term MCU commitment.

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

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New duel1ST2ND3RDSee your ResultsFinish playing for your personal results or see the community’s!Continue playingSee resultsConsidering Feige's comments, Spider-Man 4 (alongside Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars) appears a likely candidate for X-Men appearances within Phase 6. The potential return of Deadpool, Wolverine, and even Gambit remains a significant question. Feige has confirmed the X-Men's importance in the MCU's post-Secret Wars future, suggesting Phase 7 will be heavily X-Men-focused. 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 schedule, speculation mounts that at least one will feature the X-Men.