MJ (Marvel Cinematic Universe)

MJ
Marvel Cinematic Universe character
First appearanceSpider-Man: Homecoming (2017)
Created by
Based on
Mary Jane Watson
by
Portrayed byZendaya
In-universe information
Full nameMichelle Jones-Watson[1]
OccupationUndergraduate
Barista
Significant otherPeter Parker
OriginQueens, New York, United States
NationalityAmerican

Michelle Jones-Watson, most commonly known as MJ, is a fictional character portrayed by Zendaya in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film franchise, an original character within the media franchise that pays homage to Mary Jane "MJ" Watson, a recurring love interest of Spider-Man in comic books and various media.[2][3][4]

She is depicted as a smart, snarky classmate of Peter Parker in Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017), and becomes his love interest in the sequel Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019), a unique aspect for original characters within the MCU franchise and upon Spider-Man feature films preceding it.[5] She returns in Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021), helping Peter, Ned, and Doctor Strange to capture multiple villains that have entered their universe from the multiverse. Her romantic involvement in Peter's personal life would eventually be undone due to Strange's casting of a spell that permanently erased the world's memory of Parker's civilian persona, including the loss of his previous bonds he forged with his friends, loved ones, and allies.[6]

The character has received positive reviews, and Zendaya has been praised as a strong female supporting cast member, receiving the Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actress for her acting in Far From Home.

  1. ^ Newby, Richard (December 17, 2021). "All the Comics, Video-Game, and MCU Easter Eggs You Might Have Missed in Spider-Man: No Way Home". Vulture. Archived from the original on December 18, 2021. Retrieved December 18, 2021.
  2. ^ Cite error: The named reference Zendaya1 was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  3. ^ Cheeda, Saim (November 25, 2019). "Spider-Man: Mary Jane vs Michelle Jones: Who Is Better?". Comic Book Resources. Retrieved September 4, 2020.
  4. ^ Davison, Josh (July 10, 2020). "Spider-Man: 5 Ways MCU MJ Is Different From The Classic Version (& 5 How They're Exactly The Same)". Comic Book Resources. Retrieved September 4, 2020.
  5. ^ Cite error: The named reference Geek was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  6. ^ "MCU Spider-Man 3: Zendaya Confirmed To Return As MJ". Screen Rant. March 13, 2020. Retrieved April 21, 2021.

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