Spider-Man 4 Filming UK Sparks Spider-Slayer Villain Theory

Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the upcoming MCU film currently in production, has sparked speculation about its main villain, with recent hints pointing toward Alistair Smythe, also known as Spider-Slayer. Smythe, a robotics expert and son of Spencer Smythe who originally created the Spider-Slayer robots, is known for his vendetta against Spider-Man and his use of high-tech suits or cyborg transformations. Though Michael Mando’s return as Scorpion has been confirmed, Smythe is widely theorized to be the primary antagonist, a notion supported by props referencing ancient Japanese armor that resemble Smythe's Spider-Slayer suits. Meanwhile, Spider-Man's lesser-known superpower, humorously highlighted in comics since the 1960s, involves his ability to sense when others omit the hyphen in his name "Spider-Man," a meta-humorous trait that underscores the sharpness of his spider-senses. This quirky detail illustrates the character’s unique identity and adds a layer of comedic charm to his persona. These developments add depth to the Spider-Man narrative as fans anticipate how the film will explore these elements.