Kraven The Hunter: Villains Aren't Born, They're Made

The upcoming film, Kraven The Hunter, has been unveiled. The film will release on October 6, 2023.

In "The Amazing Spider-Man No. 15" by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko from 1964, Kraven made his comic book debut. Kraven was a ruthless villain whose goal in life was to kill Spider-Man and establish himself as the world's best big-game hunter. Kraven has interacted with characters like Black Panther, Venom, and Squirrel Girl over the years, and he is finally making his way to theatre screens – however this will be a slightly different take on the fur-clad hero.

The impending Spider-Man spin-off Kraven the Hunter, the newest in Sony Pictures' previously named Spider-Man Universe of Marvel Characters, has just debuted its first official trailer. Kraven the Hunter will be rated R, the first Marvel movie to do so at Sony, in contrast to Venom and Morbius.

In the lead role, Aaron Taylor-Johnson plays the Russian aristocrat who immigrated to the United States, developed a passion for hunting large game, and then turned Spider-Man into his prized possession.

What's Kraven the Hunter About?

The movie recounts Sergei Kravinoff's, also known as Kraven, actions. While the specifics of the plot remain unknown, it is known that the film would properly adapt the massively popular Marvel comics character of the same name and follow Kraven on his transformational quest to become the world's greatest hunter.

Spder-Man is usually the primary target of Kraven's pursuits - however, given the "heard about but not seen" nature of Spidey within his own extended universe, it seems unlikely that the iconic web-slinger will make an appearance in this particular film. Additionally, it was revealed at CinemaCon that Kraven the Hunter will carry an R rating, signaling a departure towards a darker and more obsessive narrative that remains faithful to the character's portrayal in the comics.

Kraven the Hunter's origin story Is different from comic book's

Deviant from the original comic narrative, the trailer introduces an innovative spin on Kraven's origin story. Traditionally, Kraven acquires his powers from a magical potion presented to him by Calypso, a voodoo enchantress.

In contrast, the trailer depicts a fateful encounter with a radioactive lion, underscoring Kraven's intense bond with the animal kingdom and suggesting a reimagined origin, although still staying true to the spirit of his comic persona.

Alexi Sitsovich/Rhino

Alexi Sitovich, better known as Rhino, is another intriguing figure in the trailer. According to comic book legend, an experimental operation gives Russian mafia member Rhino superhuman strength and invincibility.

But the trailer deftly paints Sitsovich as a character from Kraven's youth, suggesting a fierce rivalry and the possibility of a thrilling battle.

Possible appearance: Half-Brother Of The Chameleon

Kraven The Hunter has strong ties to virtually every major member of Spider-Man's rogues' gallery. His strongest ties are to The Chameleon. Kraven is the half-brother of Dmitri Smerdyakov, a master of disguise. The Chameleon first appeared in the very first issue of The Amazing Spider-Man in 1963, as the primary villain of the book. The Chameleon would go on to become a major and consistent threat as his half-brother, and it was actually The Chameleon's early efforts that motivated Kraven to go after Spider-Man in the first place. Fred Hechinger has been cast as Dmitri Smerdyakov.

The costume and look is very comic Accurate

Will the rest of the movie be as faithful to the comic? Well, at CinemaCon this year, the star spoke on that. “Kraven the Hunter is a Marvel movie grounded heavily in the real world,” Taylor-Johnson said. “And anyone who is familiar with the comics and the character of Kraven, they know that he’s a fierce hunter with the skill of a highly trained killer.