Kraven the Hunter is an upcoming Marvel-inspired movie centered on Sergei Kravinoff, a complex antihero known as Kraven.
In this adaptation, Kraven, portrayed by Aaron Taylor-Johnson, is driven to protect animals, which contrasts with his portrayal in the comics as a big-game hunter obsessed with defeating Spider-Man. Raised by a harsh and abusive father, Nikoli Kravinoff (played by Russell Crowe), Sergei grows into a vengeful figure targeting those who harm animals rather than hunting for sport.
The film is directed by J.C. Chandor, known for his work on A Most Violent Year and Triple Frontier.
| Directed by | J. C. Chandor |
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| Story by | Richard Wenk |
| Based on | Marvel Comics |
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| Cinematography | Ben Davis |
| Edited by | Craig Wood |
| Music by | Benjamin Wallfisch |
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| Distributed by | Sony Pictures Releasing |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $130 million |
The screenplay, written by Richard Wenk along with Art Marcum and Matt Holloway, aims to blend action and psychological depth, exploring Sergei’s journey and motivations as a hunter.
Kraven the Hunter was filmed in various international locations to enhance its gritty, adventurous tone, capturing rugged landscapes suitable for Kraven’s wilderness-themed story.
The cast also includes Ariana DeBose as Calypso, a sorceress linked to Kraven, Fred Hechinger as The Chameleon (Kraven’s half-brother), and Alessandro Nivola as The Rhino, another antagonist from the Spider-Man universe.
The film is part of Sony’s Marvel Universe, which also includes Venom and Morbius, and is expected to release on August 30, 2024. This film could pave the way for future adaptations involving Marvel’s darker, morally complex characters.
