“Kraven the Hunter” (2024) is a superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character and produced by Sony Pictures as part of their Spider-Man Universe. Directed by J.C. Chandor, the movie stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Sergei Kravinoff, also known as Kraven the Hunter, a legendary big-game hunter who becomes one of Spider-Man’s most iconic adversaries.

The film explores Kraven’s origins and delves into his motivations as he transitions from being a ruthless hunter to an antihero. Unlike the traditional portrayal of Kraven as purely a villain, this movie gives him a more complex background and explores themes of family, nature, and the moral struggles he faces.

The movie features intense action sequences and a darker, grittier tone compared to typical superhero films, focusing on Kraven’s skills as a master hunter and tracker. Alongside Aaron Taylor-Johnson, the cast includes Russell Crowe, Ariana DeBose, and Fred Hechinger.

“Kraven the Hunter” is one of the key films in Sony’s Spider-Man Universe, continuing to expand the stories of Spider-Man’s rogues’ gallery.