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Scorpion suit revealed in new Spider-Man: Brand New Day artwork
Marvel fans got an early look at Scorpion’s live-action armor as promotional art surfaced for Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The image, first reported by Screen Rant and traced back to Brazilian retailer Piticas, appears on official merchandise banners tied to the upcoming film — and it’s the clearest sign yet that Michael Mando is returning to the MCU in full Scorpion mode.
The promotional banner doesn’t stop at Scorpion. It also includes a depiction of Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk and hints at two lesser-known Spider-Man rogues: Tarantula and Boomerang. Neither Sony nor Marvel Studios have officially listed Tarantula or Boomerang in the cast, so their presence on merch could be a teaser or a red herring — a familiar move in modern blockbuster marketing that keeps fans guessing.
From tease to costume: Michael Mando’s comeback
Mando’s involvement was first confirmed in August 2025, when reports said he would reprise the role he first played in Spider-Man: Homecoming. Set photos have already shown the actor in a prison jumpsuit, apparently stepping off a helicopter during production — the kind of behind-the-scenes detail that fuels speculation about how Gargan’s transformation into Scorpion will be handled on screen.
There’s historical precedent for merchandising revealing character secrets early. Studios often use product tie-ins to build buzz (and test fan reactions) ahead of formal casting announcements. For Phase Six of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this could be a strategic way to reintroduce a gallery of Spider-Man villains without committing to who will be the film’s primary antagonist.
Comparisons are inevitable. Fans have likened the tone of Brand New Day to earlier Spider-Man films that balanced street-level crime with cosmic stakes. If Scorpion plays a central role, the film might echo the more grounded villain-centric arcs of Jon Watts’ trilogy while still functioning inside the broader, escalating narrative of the MCU’s latest phase.
Beyond character reveals, the banner’s inclusion of Tarantula and Boomerang is notable because Spider-Man: Brand New Day would mark the first live-action appearances of those characters in Phase Six — assuming they’re actually in the movie. That would expand Sony and Marvel’s strategy of mining the fringes of Spider-Man’s comic-book rogues gallery for fresh cinematic faces.
Cinema historian Marko Jensen offers a quick take: "Merchandise leaks have become part of the modern movie ecosystem. What matters is how the film integrates these characters — as cameo fan service or meaningful players in Peter Parker’s world." His note underlines a central question: will these villains be narrative drivers or clever marketing flourishes?
Fan reaction online mixes excitement with cautious skepticism. Some applaud the bold, insectoid design of the Scorpion suit; others worry about character overload in a film already expected to juggle multiple arcs and potential cameos. Industry watchers also point out that Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk on the banner may signal bigger cross-franchise connections, continuing the MCU’s trend of expansive crossover events.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is scheduled to swing into theaters on July 31, 2026. In the months ahead, expect more merchandise-based reveals, casting confirmations, and of course, the usual round of online theories. Whether Scorpion becomes the film’s primary threat or one of several obstacles, the costume reveal has already reignited interest in the next chapter of Spider-Man on the big screen.
A short final note: merchandising leaks can spoil surprises, but they also remind us how modern blockbusters are built as both stories and cultural moments — and Brand New Day is shaping up to be both.
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