Marvel Studios Reveals Bruce Banner’s Unsurprising New Job Title In Phase 6

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A recent rumor suggests Bruce Banner, also known as the Hulk, will have a specific job when he reappears in the Marvel Cinematic Universe during Phase 6. Despite only starring in one solo movie over 17 years ago, the Hulk has been a consistent presence in the MCU since the very beginning. His return in Phase 6 promises to add a new and interesting dimension to his character.

As a huge Marvel fan, I’m really excited about the latest news! Apparently, a new report – and it’s been backed up by a peek at the Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer – says Mark Ruffalo will be playing Bruce Banner as a college professor in the next Spider-Man movie coming out in 2026. This will be his first time back as Banner since She-Hulk in 2022, and it kicks off his role in Phase 6 of the MCU. It’s great to know he’ll be involved!

Although it’s unknown where Bruce Banner will be teaching, filming locations confirm that MIT will appear in the movie. Ned Leeds and MJ will be attending classes there, and it’s possible Banner will be a professor at the university. This could create a situation where Peter Parker reconnects with both Banner and his friends from school, potentially leading to some exciting conflicts.

The next Spider-Man movie, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, will be the fourth installment featuring Tom Holland as the web-slinger in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Set to release on July 31, 2026, the film will also star Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, Mark Ruffalo, Jon Bernthal, and Michael Mando. While plot details are currently secret, the story is expected to involve Peter Parker battling a group of new villains in a world that doesn’t know his secret identity. It’s the second film planned for Phase 6 of the MCU.

What To Expect from Bruce Banner/Hulk in Spider-Man: Brand New Day

A fourth Spider-Man movie might significantly develop Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk character. After returning to Earth with his son, Skaar, in She-Hulk, Bruce Banner (as Smart Hulk) is now reportedly a professor at MIT. This makes sense, as he’ll likely want to share his knowledge with students and make up for past actions taken while as the Hulk.

Recent reports strongly suggest Bruce Banner will transform back into his powerful, Savage Hulk form in the upcoming movie – a transformation we haven’t seen since 2018’s Avengers: Infinity War. The storyline also hints at a particularly frightening version of the Hulk, potentially putting Spider-Man and New York City in grave danger if he’s unleashed.

It’s still unknown exactly how the Hulk will factor into the story, including what causes him to lose control, but he’s certain to play a big role in what happens next with Spider-Man. Bruce Banner and Peter Parker are predicted to bond easily due to their shared intelligence and heroic backgrounds. However, with the Hulk’s potential outbursts and threats from villains like the Punisher and Scorpion, both heroes are heading for some incredibly challenging moments in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Fans are eager for a trailer of Spider-Man 4, especially after a leaked version was quickly removed online. The trailer, or a new one released soon, will likely reveal how Mark Ruffalo’s character, Banner, fits into the story and how he and Spider-Man will contribute to the larger plot leading up to Avengers: Doomsday.

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2025-12-17 11:04