Mark Ruffalo, who has portrayed Bruce Banner and the Hulk since the 2012 Avengers film, is reportedly in discussions to reprise his role in the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day. However, Ruffalo himself has not confirmed his involvement, revealing that he has yet to read the script or receive official confirmation.
I don’t know, I’m still waiting to hear. I haven’t read a script yet,
Ruffalo shared with ET.
If it does happen, it’s incredible. I grew up with this, and it’s changed my life in the best ways. And each time it’s a new director, new world. It’s so exciting. There’s just nothing else like it. Maybe a TV show, but a TV show doesn’t change its whole world from one director to the next. That’s what’s exciting about it.
—Mark Ruffalo, Actor
Ruffalo’s Hulk Legacy and Marvel Universe Appearances
Since taking over from Edward Norton, who played Bruce Banner in 2008’s The Incredible Hulk, Ruffalo’s portrayal has become a cornerstone of Marvel’s cinematic universe. His Hulk has been featured in four Avengers films, Thor: Ragnarok, and the She-Hulk streaming series, making 2027 the 15th anniversary of his tenure in the role.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Brings Together Familiar Heroes and Villains
If Ruffalo returns, he will join other Marvel favorites, including Tom Holland’s Spider-Man and Jon Bernthal’s Punisher. Marvel describes this new Spider-Man film as more grounded and “street level,” contrasting with previous large-scale superhero battles.
The storyline continues from Spider-Man: No Way Home, after Doctor Strange erases the world’s memory of Peter Parker’s secret identity. Michael Mando will reprise his role as the Scorpion, and rumors suggest Mister Negative, a villain capable of unleashing people’s darker impulses, will also appear.
Release Date and Anticipation for the Next Spider-Man Installment
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is slated for release on July 31, 2026. With its blend of familiar characters and new threats, the film is already generating excitement among fans eager to see how the story unfolds.
Mark Ruffalo’s potential involvement hints at deeper connections within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and his uncertainty signals the careful planning underway behind the scenes. Fans will be watching closely as more details emerge and the production progresses.
