Sacha Baron Cohen’s Mephisto Rumored as Villain for Spider-Man 4
Tom Holland’s Spider-Man 4 continues to spark intrigue as new rumors hint at the villain lineup, and the potential inclusion of Sacha Baron Cohen as Mephisto has sent fans into a frenzy.
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The Villainous Lineup: Mephisto in Spider-Man 4?
According to industry insider Jeff Sneider, there’s a possibility that Sacha Baron Cohen’s Mephisto could take center stage as one of the primary antagonists in the upcoming movie. However, Sneider expressed some uncertainty, noting that one of his sources doubted the claim due to Cohen’s rumored involvement in a secret Universal movie.
Cohen is set to make his MCU debut as Mephisto in the Disney+ series Ironheart in 2025, leaving fans wondering whether Marvel Studios would limit such an iconic character to a streaming show—or give him a grander stage in Spider-Man 4.
Sneider believes Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige might have much larger plans for Mephisto, potentially positioning him as a central threat in the MCU.
Symbiotes & New Classmates in the Spotlight
The rumor mill doesn’t stop at Mephisto. Sneider also shared more confidently that symbiotes will play a role in Spider-Man 4. This aligns with the No Way Home post-credits scene, where a fragment of Venom’s symbiote was left in the MCU.
Adding to the mix, Peter Parker will reportedly meet a new set of college classmates. Speculation suggests this could pave the way for iconic characters like Gwen Stacy or even Harry Osborn to make their MCU debuts.
A Multiverse and Symbiote-Driven Story?
With Mephisto, symbiotes, and new classmates, Spider-Man 4 is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious entries in the MCU’s Spider-Man saga. The addition of Mephisto introduces a supernatural layer to Peter Parker’s story, marking a departure from the more grounded foes seen in previous films like the Vulture and Mysterio.
Meanwhile, the symbiote tease hints at a potential battle with Venom—or even a storyline involving Peter bonding with the alien organism, unleashing a darker side of the hero.
The Bigger MCU Connection
The timing of Spider-Man 4, set to release between the next two Avengers films (The Kang Dynasty and Secret Wars), has fans speculating that Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield might return once more to join Holland’s Spidey. The multiverse storyline remains a strong possibility, especially after the success of No Way Home.
If these rumors pan out, Spider-Man 4 will not only introduce new challenges for Peter Parker but also expand the MCU in thrilling ways. From Mephisto’s devilish schemes to the potential return of the symbiote saga, this sequel could set the stage for some of Marvel’s most ambitious storytelling yet.
What are your thoughts on Mephisto and the rumored symbiote storyline in Spider-Man 4? Could this be Spider-Man’s most daring adventure yet? Let us know!
