Rumors Swirl: Emma Myers Eyed for Gwen Stacy Role in Marvel’s Spider-Man: Brand New Day

Speculation is heating up in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as fans buzz about Wednesday breakout star Emma Myers potentially stepping into the iconic role of Gwen Stacy in the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day. While no official confirmation has come from Marvel Studios or Sony Pictures, social media leaks and fan campaigns have fueled the fire, with unverified posts claiming the casting is a done deal. The film, starring Tom Holland as Peter Parker and set for release on July 31, 2026, marks the fourth solo outing for the web-slinger and promises to expand the MCU’s Spider-Man saga amid multiverse chaos. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, known for Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, the movie has already confirmed Sadie Sink in an undisclosed role, adding to the mystery around key female leads like Gwen.

Myers, 23, rose to fame as Enid Sinclair, the bubbly werewolf sidekick to Jenna Ortega’s Wednesday Addams in Netflix’s hit series Wednesday. Her energetic performance, blending vulnerability with strength, has drawn comparisons to Gwen Stacy’s classic portrayal as Peter Parker’s intelligent, tragic love interest. In comics, Gwen first appeared in The Amazing Spider-Man #31 in 1965, created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, as a brilliant student often caught in Peter’s dual life as superhero and everyman. Her storylines, including her fateful death in The Amazing Spider-Man #121, have cemented her as a symbol of sacrifice and heartbreak in the Spider-Man mythos. Myers herself has voiced interest in the role, telling Elite Daily in 2022 that she’d “love to play Spider-Gwen” in a live-action Into the Spider-Verse adaptation, even offering to dye her hair or shave her head for it.

The casting chatter ignited when X account @MCUSource posted on September 20, 2025, declaring “CONFIRMED: Emma Myers will play Gwen Stacy in #SpiderManBrandNewDay!” alongside fan art images, garnering over 31,000 likes and sparking widespread shares. Similar posts from fan pages and aggregators followed, amplifying the rumor across platforms like Reddit and Facebook. However, fact-checks from outlets like CBR and FandomWire quickly debunked the claim, noting that MCU Source lacks credibility and no reputable sources like Deadline or Variety have verified it. X users and Reddit threads pointed out inconsistencies, such as the images being AI-generated or recycled fan edits, and Marvel’s secretive production process making early leaks unlikely.

Despite the debunking, Myers remains a top fan-favorite for Gwen, with Reddit communities like r/EmmaMyers and r/Spiderman debating her fit since 2022. Supporters praise her youthful energy and physical resemblance to comic depictions, especially for a live-action take on Spider-Gwen (Ghost-Spider), the alternate-universe version who becomes a hero herself. Posts on X, such as those manifesting “Emma Myers as Gwen Stacy,” reflect the enthusiasm, with users editing clips from Wednesday to fit Spider-Man aesthetics. Yet, competition is stiff: Sadie Sink’s confirmed involvement has led to speculation she’ll play Gwen or Mary Jane Watson, given her dramatic range from Stranger Things. Other names floated include Isabel May for a younger iteration or even Myers for a multiverse variant.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day draws its title from the 2007 comic arc where Peter Parker starts anew after a deal with Mephisto erases his marriage to Mary Jane. In the MCU context, following No Way Home‘s multiverse madness, the film could introduce Gwen as a fresh face or variant, tying into Peter’s post-identity crisis. Returning cast includes Zendaya as MJ and Jacob Batalon as Ned, but with MJ’s role potentially evolving amid rumors of her “death” or displacement. Cretton’s vision reportedly blends high-stakes action with emotional depth, possibly exploring Peter’s relationships anew. Filming has been underway in locations like Scotland, standing in for New York, with production shrouded in secrecy to avoid leaks.

Myers’ rising profile makes her a plausible MCU contender. Beyond Wednesday, she’s starred in A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder and lent her voice to A Minecraft Movie, the third-highest-grossing film of 2025. Her versatility—from horror-comedy to mystery—aligns with Gwen’s arc as a scientist entangled in superhero peril. Fans argue she’d bring a fresh, relatable energy to the role, distinct from Emma Stone’s portrayal in The Amazing Spider-Man films or Hailee Steinfeld’s animated Spider-Gwen. However, Marvel’s casting history favors established names or surprises, as seen with Sink’s addition.

The rumor mill extends to broader MCU plans, with whispers of a Gwenpool or Kitty Pryde role for Myers instead. Earlier in 2025, @MCUSource floated her as a “younger version” of Gwen, hinting at flashbacks or variants. Social media reactions mix excitement with skepticism, with threads on r/wenclair and r/EmmaMyers debating if she’d fit better in a solo Spider-Woman project. One X user summed up the sentiment: “Emma Myers as Gwen Stacy would be perfect casting IMHO.”

As production ramps up, Marvel remains tight-lipped, but the persistent fan push could influence decisions. Spider-Man: Brand New Day aims to revitalize the franchise post-No Way Home, potentially introducing Gwen to bridge Peter’s past loves and future threats. Whether Myers lands the web or not, her star power positions her for superhero glory. For now, the “confirmation” is just hype, but in Hollywood, rumors often precede reality.