The new Spider-Man movie, Brand New Day, features Bruce Banner, aka the Hulk, in a supporting role. However, his appearance raises questions about the character's continuity in the MCU. The film's depiction of the Hulk's transformation into his Savage persona doesn't line up with previous movies, including Shang-Chi and She-Hulk.
The MCU's handling of the Hulk has been inconsistent, with major events taking place off-screen and the character's direction changing with almost every appearance. This is partly due to Universal owning the distribution rights to Hulk solo films, which has limited Marvel's ability to develop the character.
The lack of a solo Hulk film has resulted in the character being relegated to supporting roles, leading to a disjointed and confusing narrative. Despite this, Mark Ruffalo's portrayal of Bruce Banner has been a highlight of the MCU, and he deserves the chance to lead a solo film.
