Hailee Steinfeld Hopes to Return as Kate Bishop in the MCU: ‘I Am Waiting by the Phone”

Hailee Steinfeld recently spoke on the Variety Awards Circuit Podcast about her latest work and her future in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

The actress, who stars in the hit film Sinners and earned her first Oscar nomination 15 years ago for True Grit, also teased her role in Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse and her possible return as Kate Bishop.

Fans have been curious about Kate Bishop after a mysterious IMDb listing for a project titled Champions sparked speculation. Steinfeld addressed the rumors with her usual humor, noting that IMDb can be updated by anyone, so it’s hard to know what’s official.

As for returning to Marvel, Steinfeld made it clear she’s open and eager. “I’m always waiting by the phone. I love that family. I’m so grateful to be a part of it. Anytime they need me, they know where to find me,” she said.

On her role as Gwen Stacy in the animated Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, Steinfeld described the process as ever-changing. She explained that the script evolves constantly and that voice actors often record multiple versions of the same lines, which keeps the work dynamic and exciting.

It’s great to hear that Hailee Steinfeld is ready to return to the MCU. Kate Bishop has become a fan-favorite, and her involvement could bring exciting new stories. The evolving nature of her projects, like Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, also shows her versatility as an actress. Do you want to see her back as Kate Bishop? Share your thoughts in the comments.