Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man trilogy didn’t just redefine superhero cinema; it introduced a whole generation to the webslinger. Long before superhero blockbusters were dominated by multiversal logic and crossover chaos, Raimi established Peter Parker.
Kirsten Dunst has officially reignited hope for longtime fans of the OG Spider-Man trilogy.
Peter Parker And MJ’s Parental Phase Could Mark A Perfect Return
In a recent appearance on The Supes Show, the actress was asked if she would be open to reprising her beloved role as Mary Jane Watson in a potential ‘Spider-Man 4’ led by Tobey Maguire and Sam Raimi. Her answer has fans buzzing with excitement. Not only is she up for it, but she already has an idea for what the story could be. “That would be cool, right? I mean, I don’t know if the fans are into it. I feel like that is an interesting movie, right? Me and Tobey doing that again…with kids.”
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With those few words, Dunst gave longtime fans everything they needed. So, a Spider-Man film exploring Peter and MJ as parents is not just a fun concept; it’s a natural evolution of Raimi’s storytelling. Think about it, Peter has always struggled to balance responsibility and love. However, what happens when that responsibility extends beyond a relationship to a family? MJ, who often felt sidelined or endangered by Peter’s double life, would now be navigating motherhood next to a superhero.
How does she protect her children from a world that constantly threatens her husband? More so, could their child inherit spider-like abilities? Let’s not forget: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ already planted the seeds. Maguire’s Peter briefly mentioned that he and MJ “worked it out.” Fans assumed they were still together. Now, Dunst has confirmed she’s ready to return.
Tom Holland Is Back In Action After ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’
While Maguire and Dunst fans dream of a reunion, the current Peter Parker is back in action and recovering well after a recent scare. Tom Holland, who is currently filming ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ for Sony and Marvel Studios, suffered a mild concussion during a stunt gone wrong on set in Glasgow, Scotland. Production was paused as Holland received treatment and took time to rest. Thankfully, the actor shared an encouraging update on Instagram less than a week later.
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“Feeling better and on the mend,” he wrote, posting photos and videos from a recent event hosted by The Brother’s Trust, the charity run by his family. The post also gave fans appearances by fiancée and co-star Zendaya, as well as fellow Spider-Man alum Jacob Batalon. So, this might suggest Holland is already back on his feet socially, if not yet on set. As of now, filming has not officially resumed. However, ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ remains locked in for its July 31, 2026, release date.
The film features an enormous ensemble cast, including Mark Ruffalo, Jon Bernthal, Sadie Sink, Michael Mando, and more. With such a stacked lineup, Marvel is clearly positioning this as one of the biggest Spider-Man outings yet. Tobey Maguire and Kirsten Dunst, meanwhile, seem closer than ever to returning and giving fans long-overdue closure.
