TL;DR
- Marvin “Krondon” Jones III has officially been cast as Tombstone (Lonnie Lincoln) in Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
- He previously voiced Tombstone in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and will now bring the character into the live-action MCU.
- The news was met with fan excitement, citing it as a strong casting choice that bridges animated and live Spider-Man lore.
Who is Marvin Jones III, and what does he bring as Tombstone?
Marvin Jones III, better known by his stage name Krondon, is an American rapper and actor. He has previously portrayed the villain Tobias Whale in Black Lightning and voiced Tombstone in the 2018 film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
This casting marks his transition from animated voice work to a live-action portrayal of the same character — a move that aligns with Spider-Man’s expanding cross-universe ambitions.
In Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Jones III will play Alonzo “Lonnie” Lincoln, better known as Tombstone: a formidable crime boss in New York, recognized by his albino appearance, heightened durability, and formidable criminal network.
What does this casting mean for Spider-Man: Brand New Day?
1. Bridging Brothers of Animation & Live Action
This move signals increasing synergy between the Spider-Verse animated universe and the MCU. Having the same actor embody a character in both realms may lay groundwork for more crossover possibilities.
2. Elevating the Villain Roster
Tombstone is not a background villain — in comics, he’s often in Spider-Man’s upper-tier rogue’s gallery. His physical strength, criminal influence, and hardened demeanor make him a serious foil.
Early reports suggest he’ll share screen time with Scorpion (Mac Gargan), another familiar antagonist.
3. A Strong Fan Response
Fan communities reacted positively to the casting, calling it a “perfect” fit given Jones III’s prior voice role and physical presence. Some argue this casting choice brings more gravitas to the film’s darker crime elements.
4. Adding Depth to the MCU’s Spider-Man Mythos
Tombstone’s live-action introduction could expand the scale of villain politics in New York’s underworld, offering narrative complexity beyond superpowered conflicts.
What we know about Spider-Man: Brand New Day so far
- Release date: July 31, 2026
- Director & Writers: Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton; screenplay by Chris McKenna & Erik Sommers
- Other cast members: Tom Holland (Peter Parker / Spider-Man), Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, Sadie Sink, Liza Colón-Zayas, Jon Bernthal (Punisher), Mark Ruffalo (Hulk), Michael Mando (Scorpion)
- Character credits: Official listing includes Marvin Jones III as Lonnie Lincoln / Tombstone in the cast roster.
