In a recent interview, actor Hailee Steinfeld gave fans a hopeful and exciting update on the status of the much-awaited animated movie, Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse. Steinfeld confirmed that she is back in the recording booth, voicing the fan-favorite character Gwen Stacy, also known as Spider-Woman.
The movie, which is the final part of the Oscar-winning Spider-Verse trilogy, is currently scheduled to swing into theaters on June 18, 2027. Steinfeld shared some fun details about the creative and ever-changing process of bringing the animated world to life, reassuring fans that work on the project is actively moving forward.
The Latest Update on the Movie’s Progress
During an appearance on the Variety Awards Circuit Podcast, Hailee Steinfeld confirmed that recording for Beyond the Spider-Verse is well underway. She described the process as “constantly changing,” a method that has become a signature of the Spider-Verse films. Actors often receive parts of the script gradually, allowing the story to evolve during production.
Steinfeld joked about the intense work involved, noting she has recorded the name “Miles” in countless different ways and tones. She said, > “I wonder sometimes if anything ever gets scrapped, because I’ve said the word ‘Miles’ in so many different ways and tones — they probably have a whole library.” This behind-the-scenes look shows how much care is taken to get every emotional detail just right for the final film.
A Look Back at the Cliffhanger
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse ended with a dramatic cliffhanger that left audiences eager for more. Miles Morales is trapped on Earth-42, a universe where he never became Spider-Man and instead became the Prowler. Meanwhile, Gwen Stacy has put together her own team of Spider-heroes to find and rescue him.
At the same time, the villain The Spot has grown immensely powerful and is threatening Miles’s home universe and the life of his father, Jefferson Davis. The next film will see Miles, Gwen, and their allies in a race against time to stop The Spot and challenge the Spider-Society’s rigid rules about fate.
Who Else Is Returning for the Finale?
While the full cast has not been officially confirmed, Steinfeld’s confirmation of her return is a major indicator that the core team is reassembling. It is widely expected that Shameik Moore will return as the voice of Miles Morales and Jason Schwartzman as the villain, The Spot.
Other actors likely to reprise their roles include:
- Brian Tyree Henry and Luna Lauren Vélez as Miles’s parents, Jefferson and Rio Morales.
- Oscar Isaac as the strict Miguel O’Hara, also known as Spider-Man 2099.
- Jake Johnson as the older, weary Peter B. Parker.
- Daniel Kaluuya as the anarchic Spider-Punk.
- Issa Rae as the motorcycle-riding Spider-Woman, Jessica Drew.
Jharrel Jerome, who voices the Prowler version of Miles Morales from Earth-42, has also provided a positive update, stating that while recording hadn’t started at the time of his last interview, “a lot of things [are] being figured out, but good things,” suggesting the production is heading in the right direction.
The Unique Production of the Spider-Verse Films
The Spider-Verse movies are famous for their groundbreaking, comic-book-inspired animation style. This unique visual approach is very complex and time-consuming, which is a primary reason for the longer production times. The directors and writers, Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, are known for their iterative process, constantly refining the story, dialogue, and visual beats throughout production.
Steinfeld’s comments confirm that this creative environment is continuing for Beyond the Spider-Verse. She explained, > “But the process is constantly changing. You never get the full script at the top. It evolves. And that makes it so crazy and fun to be a part of.” This flexible approach, though it requires patience from fans, has been key to the critical and commercial success of the first two films.
A Balancing Act for a Versatile Star
Hailee Steinfeld’s involvement in Beyond the Spider-Verse is just one part of her busy schedule in major film franchises. She also plays the live-action hero Kate Bishop, the successor to Hawkeye, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. When asked about returning as Kate Bishop, Steinfeld expressed her eagerness, saying, > “I’m always waiting by the phone. I love that family. I’m so grateful to be a part of it. Anytime they need me, they know where to find me.”
This means Steinfeld is currently playing two different Marvel characters across two very different mediums, a fact that delights her wide fanbase. Her update provides a clear signal that Sony Pictures Animation is deep in the process of completing Miles Morales’s epic story, ensuring that the finale will be worth the wait when it arrives in theaters in 2027.
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