Spider-Punk Movie in the Works: Spider-Verse’s Coolest Hero Might Get His Own Animated Adventure
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse brought us a ton of new Spider-People, but none quite as memorable as Hobie Brown, better known as Spider-Punk. Now, Sony Pictures Animation is working on an animated solo movie for this fan-favorite character, according to a report from Deadline. If you loved Hobie’s style and attitude in the latest Spider-Verse movie, this news is for you.
- Spider-Punk (Hobie Brown) is getting his own animated movie
- Daniel Kaluuya, who voiced Hobie, is developing the film with writer Ajon Singh
- It’s early in development, so details are limited
- The film could explore Spider-Punk’s unique world and villains
- No confirmation yet if the story will use existing comics or create something new
Spider-Punk Steps Into the Spotlight
Hobie Brown, also known as Spider-Punk, stood out in Across the Spider-Verse thanks to his rebellious personality, distinct animation style, and sharp fashion sense. Now, he might finally get his own time to shine. Sony Pictures Animation has started development on a solo animated film for the character. Deadline reports that Daniel Kaluuya, who voiced Hobie in the film, is helping develop the project with Ajon Singh, the screenwriter behind the upcoming Robert Pattinson movie Primetime.
What’s Next for Spider-Punk?
Right now, it’s too early to say when—or if—the Spider-Punk movie will hit theaters. After all, lots of movies get stuck in development and never make it to the big screen. Still, fans of Hobie have a good reason to get excited. The character’s bold animation and punk-inspired vibe made him an instant favorite, even though his role in Across the Spider-Verse was relatively small.
In the film, Hobie is more than just comic relief. He inspires Miles Morales with his rebellious spirit and even helps out when things get tough. With a solo movie, there’s a chance to see Hobie face his own villains and take on new challenges, possibly without getting pulled into another multiverse crisis.
Will It Stick to the Comics?
There’s no word yet on whether Kaluuya and Singh will base the movie on the existing Spider-Punk comics or create something totally original. The movie version of Hobie is already different enough from the comic version that a new story set in a Marvel-style punk London could make sense. Sony is likely interested in more Spider-Verse spin-offs, especially since the first two films have broken multiple box office records.
What About the Animation?
Fans are also wondering if the Spider-Punk film will get the same high level of animation and big budget as the main Spider-Verse movies. After all, those films are known for their unique and innovative animation styles. But if the new movie takes a different approach, that might fit Spider-Punk perfectly—after all, he “doesn’t believe in consistency.”
