MJ (Marvel Cinematic Universe)

MJ
Marvel Cinematic Universe character
MJ in Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)
First appearanceSpider-Man: Homecoming (2017)
Created by
Based on
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 after discovering his secret identity 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 Leeds, and Doctor Strange to capture multiple villains that have entered their universe from the multiverse, due to a failed spell to make the world forget that Parker was Spider-Man, being caused by Mysterio. 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.