Speculation has been rife regarding the true identity and role of her character, and it seems the whispers might hold some truth—Sadie Sink could very well be portraying Jean Grey, a founding member of the X-Men, in the upcoming film “Spider-Man: Brand New Day.” For a detailed breakdown of the evidence, check out our video linked above.
The involvement of another character, portrayed by Tramell Tillman, who remains unnamed but appears to collaborate with Spider-Man (played by Tom Holland), hints that Jean’s role in the storyline could stem from her desire to safeguard mutants. It’s plausible that Tillman is cast as the mutant-hating William Metzger. If Sink is indeed playing Jean Grey, her actions might be a reaction to Tillman’s character’s deeds.
Several clues point to Sadie Sink’s enigmatic, hooded character being Jean Grey. In the latest “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” trailer, a voice that seems to belong to Tramell Tillman says, “You’re the only one who’s immune to it. You’re the only one who can stop it.” This suggests that Peter Parker isn’t affected by a psychic attack that is plaguing New York City, enabling the villain to jump between different minds.
But why is Peter unaffected? Is it due to his unique spider-based powers, a secret alliance with Jean, or another hidden cause? It’s apparent that other superpowered beings are impacted, including Bruce Banner, whose gray-toned Savage Hulk persona is seen in the trailer, pursuing his friend and student across New York. If the Hulk is susceptible, what makes Peter immune? For more insights into why Sadie Sink is likely portraying Jean Grey before “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” premieres on July 29, watch our video above.
The presence of another character — Tramell Tillman’s thus-unnamed figure, with whom Spider-Man (Tom Holland) appears to be working — suggests that Jean’s purpose in the story might be driven by her altruistic belief in protecting mutants. It feels possible that Tillman might be playing the mutant-hating William Metzger. Might Jean be acting out in response to Tramell’s actions — if that is indeed her in the film?
It’s looking clearer and clearer that Sadie Sink might be Jean Grey
There are plenty of other things that suggest Sadie Sink’s mysterious, hooded figure is Jean Grey. A bit of dialogue in the latest “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” trailer (which sounds like Tramell Tillman) can be heard saying, “You’re the only one who’s immune to it. You’re the only one who can stop it.” That hints that Peter’s not vulnerable to the psychic attack that is gripping New York City, which allows the antagonist to leap from one person’s consciousness to the next.
But why is Peter not susceptible to it? Because of his own spider-centric powers? Because Jean is secretly a friend? Or because of another, more obscure reason? It’s clear that other super-powered individuals are affected, such as Bruce Banner, whose gray-toned Savage Hulk persona is introduced in the trailer chasing his friend and student through New York. If the Hulk is vulnerable, why not Peter? To learn a few more reasons why Sadie Sink is probably playing Jean in the film — before “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” opens on July 29 — click our video above.