According to Variety, Shailene Woodley is in early talks to play the second love of Peter Parker’s life, Mary Jane Watson. If this ends up being true, having MJ in the second film could introduce a lot of interesting avenues for the second film. I imagine she would be more of a background character, rather than creating a love triangle. Possibly she could pick up the pieces if the inevitable does occur for Gwen on the big screen.
Some rumors are also buzzing around possible villains for this second film. Variety stated that, “lightning features prominently in the [after credits] scene.” This statement hinting at Electro for the villain. If I am completely honest, I do not remember ANY lightning. I feel strongly that this series will stick closer to the animal villains from Spider-Man’s rogue gallery. Such as Rhino and Scorpion. With Oscorpe and how it has been trying to utilize mother nature to it’s advantage, Electro would feel really out of place.
Of course, I could be wrong. What do you think of the MJ casting news? Any villains you’d like to see on the big screen?