Andrew Garfield, one of the most beloved actors to don Spider-Man’s iconic suit, has sparked fresh excitement among Marvel fans with his latest comments about the franchise’s future. In a recent interview with Hits Radio on March 26, 2026, Garfield openly expressed his support for a live-action adaptation of Spider-Gwen, specifically envisioning his former co-star Emma Stone in the role. What’s more, he even suggested Oscar-winning director Yorgos Lanthimos as the ideal filmmaker to bring this vision to life.
Garfield and Stone’s on-screen chemistry in The Amazing Spider-Man films remains a highlight of the franchise. Stone’s portrayal of Gwen Stacy—Peter Parker’s brilliant and determined love interest—won over audiences, only to end in heartbreak with her character’s tragic death in The Amazing Spider-Man 2. Their partnership, both on and off the screen, left fans longing for more, particularly after Garfield’s surprise return as Peter Parker in 2021’s Spider-Man: No Way Home. That multiverse-spanning adventure, which saw Garfield, Tom Holland, and Tobey Maguire share the screen as three generations of Spider-Men, resonated deeply with moviegoers and went on to gross over $1.9 billion worldwide, according to Screen Rant, making it the highest-grossing film of the Multiverse Saga.
In his interview, Garfield was asked directly if he would like to see Stone step into the role of Spider-Gwen for a Marvel project. His response was enthusiastic and unequivocal: “Yeah. I mean, why not? Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos.” It’s a pairing that makes sense for more reasons than one. Stone and Lanthimos have formed a dynamic creative partnership in recent years, working together on acclaimed films such as The Favourite (2018), Poor Things (2023), Kinds of Kindness (2024), and the upcoming Begonia (2025). Stone’s performances under Lanthimos’ direction have earned her multiple Oscar nominations and a win for Best Actress in Poor Things.
Garfield didn’t stop at naming his dream director. He lavished praise on Stone’s talent, saying, “I think she could do anything. She’s such an incredible actor.” It’s a sentiment that echoes throughout the industry, as Stone’s versatility and charisma have made her one of Hollywood’s most sought-after stars. The idea of her returning to the Spider-Verse, this time as a superhero rather than a tragic figure, is tantalizing for both longtime fans and newcomers alike.
The possibility of a live-action Spider-Gwen film starring Stone is gaining traction, especially as Sony Pictures rethinks its approach to the Spider-Man Universe (SSU). Following several box office disappointments with films focused on villains and minor characters—like Madame Web—Sony is reportedly rebooting the SSU in hopes of recapturing the magic that made Spider-Man a household name. According to ComicBook.com, the studio’s recent strategy has been to shift away from direct Spider-Man stories, instead exploring side characters. However, the success of the animated Spider-Verse films has demonstrated the enduring appeal of alternate Spider-heroes, including Gwen Stacy’s Spider-Woman persona.
With Hailee Steinfeld voicing Gwen in the animated movies and talk of a spinoff in the works, the timing could be perfect for Stone to step into a live-action version. As Screen Rant points out, this move would allow Sony to capitalize on one of the best-loved stars from Garfield’s era while also offering a fresh narrative direction. It would also sidestep the challenges of reviving Garfield’s own Spider-Man trilogy—a project fans have clamored for since 2021 but which Sony has shown little interest in pursuing.
Garfield’s reflections on his return to the role in No Way Home reveal just how special these characters are to both the actors and their audience. “But also, like, all that was improvised,” he shared with Hits Radio, describing the camaraderie between himself, Holland, and Maguire on set. “So all of that sequence was improvised. The idea was, like, we just want three Spider-Men to talk about their experiences and compare notes. Let’s just do long takes and see if there’s any gold in there. And there was so much to choose from. That moment took me by surprise — like, oh, that’s really, that was sweet. And hearing it from Tobey, who was my Spider-Man growing up, it was all just sort of meta, personal, and perfect. I was very, very happy to just be a part of it, really.”
Stone’s Gwen Stacy remains a pivotal figure in the Spider-Man mythos, her death a defining moment in both comics and film. Yet, the multiverse concept now embraced by both Marvel Studios and Sony allows for endless possibilities. As speculation swirls about future projects, many believe that a Spider-Gwen film could also provide a natural way to bring Garfield’s Spider-Man back into the fold, perhaps through a storyline where he visits a world in which Gwen survived—or, more poignantly, where her Peter Parker did not.
Meanwhile, Sony’s slate for the next few years is already packed. The studio is set to release Spider-Man: Brand New Day in July 2026, followed by Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse in June 2027. As Marvel Studios approaches the conclusion of its own multiverse adventures, the stage will be set for whatever comes next in the Spider-Man franchise. The appetite for more stories centered on key characters like Gwen Stacy is clear, and Stone’s return—especially under the direction of Lanthimos—would be a bold step forward.
For fans eager to revisit the origins of this potential new chapter, both The Amazing Spider-Man and The Amazing Spider-Man 2 remain available on home media and streaming platforms. These films not only showcase Garfield and Stone’s undeniable chemistry but also serve as a reminder of the enduring power of Spider-Man’s story to evolve and surprise.
As the dust settles from the excitement of No Way Home and Sony retools its approach to the Spider-Verse, the prospect of Emma Stone swinging into action as Spider-Gwen has never felt more real. With Garfield’s public endorsement and a proven creative partnership between Stone and Lanthimos, Marvel fans may soon see a beloved character reimagined for a new era—reminding everyone that, in the world of superheroes, anything is possible.