Sony Pictures is diving back into their Marvel universe with Kraven the Hunter, and fans are buzzing after the release of an intense new trailer for the upcoming R-rated comic book movie. The film, originally slated for October 2023, will now hit theaters on December 13th, 2024.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson stars as Sergei Kravinoff, the legendary Marvel villain better known as Kraven the Hunter. This origin story promises to delve into the inherent, gritty tale of how Marvel’s ultimate predator came to be, setting the stage for his infamous vendetta with Spider-Man. The film boasts an R rating for “strong bloody violence and language,” a bold move that signals a darker, more intense vision for this standalone Marvel movie.
Joining Taylor-Johnson is an all-star cast, including Oscar-winner Ariana DeBose as Calypso, Christopher Abbott (Possessor) as The Foreigner, and Alessandro Nivola (The Many Saints of Newark) in a mysterious villainous role. Levi Miller (Better Watch Out), Russell Crowe, and Fred Hechinger round out the ensemble.
Directed by J.C. Chandor (A Most Violent Year) and penned by Art Marcum & Matt Holloway (Iron Man) alongside Richard Wenk (The Equalizer), Kraven the Hunter promises a high-stakes, action-packed narrative filled with combat and complex characters.
The latest trailer offers a pulse-pounding glimpse into the film’s bloody action and compelling storyline, while the earlier revealed poster captured Kraven’s raw intensity, teasing fans with the darkness and depth of this iconic character. With that being said, mark your calendars for December 13th, 2024, and prepare for a wild ride as Kraven the Hunter brings a savage new chapter to Sony’s Marvel universe.