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 join Tom Holland in Spider-Man 4. Deadline reported Sink, whose film debut was in the 2016 film 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, Deadline speculated Sink might portray either Jean Grey from the X-Men or another popular red-headed Spider-Man character. IGN further explored potential Marvel characters Sadie 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 playfully secretive about the Jean Grey speculation, calling the rumor "awesome" but offering no confirmation. She admitted to knowing the Jean Grey character and finding it "great," expressing excitement about the potential of a long-term MCU commitment. However, she ultimately declined to comment further, leaving the question unanswered. Horowitz suggested revisiting the topic in the future, once any official announcements are made.

Late last year, Kevin Feige hinted at the introduction of X-Men characters in upcoming MCU films. He indicated that fans would see familiar X-Men characters in the "next few" MCU movies, without specifying which characters or films. Feige 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 Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars, are strong contenders for X-Men appearances. The potential return of Deadpool, Wolverine, and even Gambit adds another layer of intrigue. Feige’s statement about the X-Men's crucial role in the MCU's post-Secret Wars future further strengthens this possibility. The addition of three untitled movie projects to Marvel's 2028 release schedule also suggests a significant X-Men presence is on the horizon. Storm's appearance in What If...? Season 3 marked the character's first foray into the wider MCU, hinting at a larger X-Men integration.