Spider-Man 4 Titled ‘Brand New Day,’ Releases July 2026
Tom Holland’s next outing as Peter Parker finally has a title: Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The news broke during CinemaCon 2025, where director Destin Daniel Cretton confirmed the film’s title and its July 31, 2026 theatrical release date.
Although Holland didn’t appear in person, he shared a video message revealing the title and teasing the movie as “a fresh start” for the beloved character.
What We Know So Far
Title: Spider-Man: Brand New Day
The title references the 2008 Marvel Comics storyline that reset Peter Parker’s life after a multiverse-altering event erased public knowledge of his identity. This fits perfectly following the emotional ending of 2021’s Spider-Man: No Way Home, where Peter chose to make everyone forget who he was.
Filming Begins Summer 2025
Director Destin Daniel Cretton (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings) confirmed that production starts this summer. He also hinted the film will offer “a ride we haven’t really seen before.”
Cast and Crew
- Tom Holland returns as Peter Parker
- Zendaya (MJ) and Jacob Batalon (Ned) are expected to return
- Sadie Sink joins the cast; rumors suggest she may play Jean Grey, though unconfirmed
- Writers Erik Sommers and Chris McKenna (from No Way Home) return
- Produced in partnership with Sony and Marvel Studios
Themes and Story Direction
With Peter’s identity erased, the new movie is expected to explore a more grounded, solo Spider-Man, possibly distanced from other Avengers or multiverse chaos. Cretton described the project as character-focused, emphasizing Peter’s emotional journey, the iconic suit, and dynamic web-swinging.
Why the Title Matters
“Brand New Day” was a controversial but pivotal arc in the comics. It followed the fallout from “One More Day,” where Peter made a deal with Mephisto to erase his marriage to Mary Jane in exchange for Aunt May’s life. While the movie is unlikely to follow that exact storyline, the reset of Peter’s life and relationships is clearly central.
Marvel’s Roadmap Around the Release
Spider-Man: Brand New Day will land after several key MCU entries, including:
- Thunderbolts – May 2025
- Fantastic Four: First Steps – July 25, 2025
- Avengers: Doomsday – 2026
This timeline may hint at how Spider-Man 4 ties into (or distances itself from) the broader Marvel Cinematic Universe.
What’s Next
While plot specifics remain tightly under wraps, anticipation is building. With Cretton’s fresh creative vision and Holland’s continued commitment to the role, Spider-Man: Brand New Day looks set to redefine the character’s place in the MCU.
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