Overview

Marvel Studios’ next chapter in the MCU, Spider‑Man: Brand New Day, sees Tom Holland return as Peter Parker/Spider‑Man. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, this fourth solo film departs from the multiverse-heavy action of prior entries—opting instead for a grounded, street‑level narrative set in New York. Officially scheduled for release on 31 July 2026 in UK cinemas, the new title nods to the 2008 comic saga that inspired its storyline

Cast & Characters

  • Tom Holland reprises his role as the titular hero. Zendaya and Jacob Batalon return as MJ and Ned Leeds, respectively

Jon Bernthal officially joins as Frank Castle / The Punisher, marking the character’s first cinematic MCU appearance. Marvel assures a more family‑friendly tone compared to his darker Disney+ portrayal

Sadie Sink (known from Stranger Things) and Liza Colón‑Zayas are confirmed in yet-unrevealed roles

Plot & Tone

After the spell in No Way Home erased everyone’s memory of Peter Parker, Brand New Day offers a fresh narrative start. According to casting calls and franchise producer Amy Pascal, Peter focuses on college life and attempts to move on—until a new threat forces him back into action alongside unexpected allies like The Punisher. This shift aims for more intimate character storytelling and real-world consequences

Filming Locations & Production

Principal photography is set for summer 2025 in Glasgow, featuring large-scale street closures on key thoroughfares like Bothwell, St. Vincent, Waterloo, and Oak Streets. Additional shooting will take place at Pinewood Studios in England. Tom Holland emphasised a return to “old-school filmmaking”, with action sequences shot on location rather than confined to studio stages

. Cinematographer Brett Pawlak (known for Short Term 12, Just Mercy) is confirmed onboard for the production

MCU Context & Phase Six

As part of Marvel Phase Six, Brand New Day follows key titles like Fantastic Four: First Steps and precedes major crossover events including Avengers: Doomsday (Dec 2026) and Avengers: Secret Wars (Dec 2027). This instalment sets a new tone for Spider‑Man within the broader MCU narrative rollout

Why It Matters

  • A fresh chapter for Tom Holland’s Spider‑Man—less multiverse chaos, more grounded character drama
  • The Punisher’s MCU debut introduces darker moral tension and potential for deeper crossovers
  • Returning fan-favourite characters (MJ, Ned) alongside promising new faces
  • A pivot toward on-location action sequences, delivering realism and bold visual storytelling