How Does Jennifer Walters Become She-Hulk in the MCU? Explained

Wondering how Jennifer Walters becomes She-Hulk in the Marvel Cinematic Universe? We’ve got you covered.

She-Hulk: Attorney at Law is set to introduce Bruce Banner’s cousin next month on Disney+. Ahead of its release, new information has come out on how Jennifer Walters gained her powers. To much surprise or not surprise since Disney hasn’t been shy about changing up origin stories, the show will introduce a new origin story for the character.

SPOILER WARNING: The following post will feature minor story spoilers for She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.

How Does Jennifer Walters Become She-Hulk in the MCU – Answered

According to well-known journalist and Marvel collaborator, Matt Ramos, Jennifer Walters will gain her powers through exposure to Bruce Banner’s blood. This happens as a result of a car accident.

Going back to Walters’ comic book origin, the MCU version slightly differs. In the comics, Walters does indeed receive a blood transfusion from Bruce Banner, but it comes from Walters being shot by the hands of a crime boss, not from a car accident.

This isn’t the first time fans of Marvel have seen something of this nature take place. Leading up to the epic conclusion of 2008’s Incredible Hulk, Doctor Samuel Sterns is exposed to Bruce Banner’s blood during a scuffle. This would later transform him into The Leader, but the movie never saw a sequel to explore this transformation.

That’s everything you need to know about how Jennifer Walters becomes She-Hulk in the MCU. With She-Hulk releasing right around the corner and Phase 4 of the MCU coming to an end, be sure to check out what comes next in Phase 5 and Phase 6. Also, be sure to check out the latest trailer for She-Hulk: Attorney at Law with a surprise guest at the end.