Marvel fans looking for Zendaya in the next Spider-Man movie might end up disappointed.

Zendaya is only said to have a minor role inSpider-Man 4.

Her character, Michelle “MJ” Jones-Watson, was one of the biggest supporting stars in the originalSpider-Mantrilogy.

Zendaya Spider-Man

This update comes from Lizzie Hill atThe Cosmic Circus, who relayed the information from insider Alex Perez.

Plot details are still unconfirmed, although villains like Mr.

Negative are teased for inclusion.

Zendaya in Spider-Man: No Way Home

After its title was confirmed at CinemaCon 2025,Spider-Man 4will swing into theaters on July 31, 2026.

However, this may not be all bad news in the end.

However, narratively, Zendaya not being a huge part of theSpider-Man 4story also makes some sense.

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