Jake Johnson Admits He's Not Sure If He's Back For Beyond The Spider-Verse

If there's one franchise that's really gotten people talking in recent years, it's the 'Spider-Verse.' The action movies really changed the game when it comes to animated films, with plenty taking inspiration from the different styles and textures the franchise has been able to bring to life.

Initially, 'Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse' was meant to be released in March 2024, but like many productions, it was delayed due to the writers' strike. While there might be no official release date just yet - with some thinking the latest addition will come in late 2024 or early 2025 - Jake Johnson admits he's not sure if he's back for 'Beyond the Spider-Verse' just yet.

Jake Johnson is currently the voice of Peter Parker

Fans of the 'Spider-Verse' movies might have even more love for Peter Parker than ever before. After all, the latest franchise shows us a brand new side to the character. Long gone are his crime-fighting days when Peter is first introduced, as this version of the character is a lot more disheveled - and out of shape - than the one who used to protect the city. Thankfully, it doesn't take long for many of us to fall for Peter, with Jake Johnson being the one to bring him to life in the last two 'Spider-Verse' movies. As if that's not enough, Peter becomes such a big part of the story that he even mentors Miles Morales (voiced by Shameik Moore).

The actor admits he loves playing Peter Parker

'Into the Spider-Verse' and 'Across the Spider-Verse' saw Jake Johnson add what only he can to the part of Peter Parker, and it's something the actor has seemingly loved ever since the first movie hit the big screen in 2018. In fact, when talking to ComicBook.com, Johnson admitted that he would love to return for another adventure with Peter and the rest of the 'Spider-Man' gang, adding that he "love[s] Peter B. Parker." Sadly, even with all of his love for Peter, Johnson has no idea if he's back for ‘Beyond the Spider-Verse.’

Jake Johnson says the character has a lot of effect on him

According to Jake Johnson, he is so attached to the part of Peter Parker that he will often message movie producer Phil Lord with ideas. Johnson continued to tell ComicBook.com that he is "always punching on Peter B." and is "trying to fight to honor him." However, it seems there might be an even deeper connection between Peter and Johnson, with the actor admitting that he "means a lot to me as a character" and that he "love[s] playing him." With all of that in mind, it might be even more heartbreaking for fans of the movies that Johnson has no idea if he will be back to play Peter in the third installment or not.

Little is known about what to expect from Beyond the Spider-Verse

It turns out it's not just the fate of Jake Johnson in 'Beyond the Spider-Verse' that's still up in the air. Initially, the film was set to be released in March 2024, but the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes mean it's been delayed for now. Still, Christopher Miller, writer and producer of 'Beyond the Spider-Verse,' admits that production has resumed. So, what do we know about it all? According to Miller, it's a "very satisfying conclusion to the trilogy" and will be "as emotional as the other ones." So far, we have no idea who is confirmed to return to the franchise. Previously, the likes of Hailee Steinfeld, Oscar Isaac, Issa Rae, Daniel Kaluuya, and Jason Schwartzman have all had parts in the franchise. Still, only time will tell if they will make a comeback for round three.

Jake Johnson admits he's not sure if he's back for 'Beyond the Spider-Verse,' and it seems that's not the only question we have about the final movie in the franchise. Still, with so much news to come, plenty of people are already hyped about what could be on the way for one of our favorite heroes.