Spider-Man: Brand New Day Rumored to Feature Punisher, Scorpion Chase Sequence

Rumors reveal that Jon Bernthal’s Punisher will play a significant role in the opening action sequence of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which involves a prison break attempt to free Michael Mando’s Scorpion. The chase scene reportedly features Punisher and a mysterious female partner operating a tank to stop the criminals, while Spider-Man tries to prevent both the prison break and Punisher’s lethal intentions. This sequence is expected to be explosive and sets up a conflict between Punisher, described as a 'murderous psycho' equipped with advanced tech, and Spider-Man, who aims to save Scorpion’s life. The film also stars Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner, with additional cast members in undisclosed roles, and is directed by Destin Daniel Cretton. Spider-Man: Brand New Day is set to release on July 31, 2026, promising intense confrontations and high-stakes action. Marvel Studios has not yet officially confirmed plot details, keeping much of the story under wraps.