Jake Gyllenhaal Might Be Joining 'Spider-Man: Homecoming 2,' And We're So Ready For It

"Avengers: Infinity War" may have left the future a little murky for Spider-Man, but fear not, superhero fans! The next installment in Marvel's take on the friendly neighborhood web-slinger is set to start filming this July, with an expected release on July 5, 2019, so no matter how things turn out with the Avengers, there will definitely be more Tom Holland in the future. But who, fans are wondering will be playing the next movie's villain? Rumors have emerged that Oscar-winning actor Jake Gyllenhaal is in talks to star opposite Peter Parker as the dastardly Mysterio!

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Casting Gyllenhaal in the new movie would be especially significant for Spidey-fans everywhere:

Fans (of both Spiderman and Gyllenhaal) were on cloud 9!

Though some had some conditions...

...and others were still a little bit skeptical.

Twitter users thought it's about time the classic Marvel master of illusion graced the silver screen.

And no one could deny...having a villain who looks like this might be a nice thing.

Coupled with rumors that Michael Keaton's Vulture may be making a returning guest appearance, July 2019 is shaping up to be a great month for movies!

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