Marvel Studios Boss Suggests Kingpin Appearing in a Spider-Man Movie Isn't as Complicated as Fans Think
Although Disney owns the bulk of the Marvel universe, there are some characters who are tied up elsewhere. Spider-Man's film rights are still owned by Sony, but are essentially loaned out to Marvel Studios for new live-action films and crossover events. The Hulk's solo films belong to Universal Pictures, which is why there hasn't been a new Hulk movie since 2008.
- ▪Although Disney owns the bulk of the Marvel universe, there are some characters who are tied up elsewhere.
- ▪Spider-Man's film rights are still owned by Sony, but are essentially loaned out to Marvel Studios for new live-action films and crossover events.
- ▪The Hulk's solo films belong to Universal Pictures, which is why there hasn't been a new Hulk movie since 2008.
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Home›News›Spider-Man: Brand New DayMarvel Studios Boss Suggests Kingpin Appearing in a Spider-Man Movie Isn't as Complicated as Fans ThinkKingpin may come to the big screen in the future.By Cade OnderUpdated: Jul 29, 2026 9:25pm UTC16 commentsMarvel Studios boss Kevin Feige has given fans hope about the possibility of Kingpin showing up in a Spider-Man movie.For years, some of our favorite Marvel characters have been wrapped up in complicated rights issues. Although Disney owns the bulk of the Marvel universe, there are some characters who are tied up elsewhere. Spider-Man's film rights are still owned by Sony, but are essentially loaned out to Marvel Studios for new live-action films and crossover events.
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