Previously, a photo from the set of "Spider-Man: A New Day" widely circulated online, showing Sadie Sink alongside The Punisher, played by Jon Bernthal. Due to the Gemini watermark and obvious upscaling, many users considered the leak a high-quality AI forgery, although some insiders immediately claimed the photo was authentic.
Now, Empire magazine has published a new official still from the upcoming blockbuster, and it has effectively confirmed the old leak. In the new image, Frank Castle stands in the same room and in identical gear, details of which would have been extremely difficult to fake before official publication in the press.
This indirectly proves that Sadie Sink's appearance in the leaked shot is also accurate. The actress's outfit, in characteristic green and yellow hues, has long evoked strong associations with Jean Grey from "X-Men" among fans and is one of many arguments supporting rumors about her role.
Marvel Studios still keeps the role of the "Stranger Things" star a strict secret. However, many fans consider it an open secret that the studio continues to maintain for formalities, so as not to spoil the surprise for viewers who do not follow the insider information surrounding the film.
The premiere of "Spider-Man: A New Day" is scheduled for July 31, 2026.