How Jake Gyllenhaal Became Mysterio for Spider-Man: Far From Home | Rotten Tomatoes

It’s been reported that Kevin Feige and Marvel Studios tried for years to lure Jake Gyllenhaal to join the MCU, finally getting the actor to sign on for ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home.’ What was it about Mysterio, also known as Quentin Beck, that drew Gyllenhaal into the world of the Avengers? In this exclusive, extended interview, Gyllenhaal breaks down why Mysterio appealed to him, his approach to the character, and Beck’s unique motivations. Plus, he gives insights on getting all that MCU action just right – and how he dealt with some of the challenges of the costume. It’s a spoiler-filled chat, so be warned if you haven’t seen ‘Far From Home’: We’re getting into it, bubbles, twists, and all.