Spider-Man: Brand New Day (Spider-Man 4) – MCU Overview

As of September 30, 2025, production on Spider-Man: Brand New Day—the fourth installment in the Tom Holland-led Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) Spider-Man series—has just resumed after a brief hiatus. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings), the film promises a “fresh start” for Peter Parker following the multiverse-shattering events of Spider-Man: No Way Home. Here’s everything we know so far about the highly anticipated project.

Release Date

The movie is slated for theatrical release on July 31, 2026, positioning it as a key entry in Phase Six of the MCU. This date was adjusted slightly earlier in the year to avoid clashing with other blockbusters like The Odyssey.

Cast

• Tom Holland reprises his role as Peter Parker/Spider-Man, the ever-relatable web-slinger navigating life post-identity wipe.
• Zendaya returns as MJ (Michelle Jones), though her role may be somewhat reduced.
• Jacob Batalon is back as Ned Leeds, Peter’s loyal best friend.
• New and returning faces include Sadie Sink in an undisclosed role (rumored to be a significant love interest or ally), Jon Bernthal as the gritty Frank Castle/The Punisher, Michael Mando as Mac Gargan/Scorpion, and Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner/Hulk for a potential mentor cameo.
• Additional cast members: Liza Colón-Zayas and Melanie Scrofano in mystery roles; Tramell Tillman and Marvin Jones III as Lonnie Lincoln/Tombstone.
• Rumors swirl about Joe Keery appearing as Harry Osborn and Charlie Cox suiting up as Matt Murdock/Daredevil, but these haven’t been confirmed yet.

Plot

Drawing inspiration from Marvel Comics’ “One More Day” and “Brand New Day” arcs, the story picks up after Peter sacrifices his personal connections to save the multiverse in No Way Home. Now erased from the memories of his loved ones and stripped of Stark tech, Peter attempts to focus on college and a normal life—leaving the Spider-Man mantle behind. However, a new street-level threat in New York endangers his friends, forcing him to suit up once more and confront his isolation. Expect a more grounded, New York-centric adventure featuring villains like the Inner Demons (tied to Mr. Negative) and possibly Scorpion, blending high-stakes action with emotional depth about rebuilding relationships and identity. No official synopsis has dropped yet, but set photos hint at gang warfare and a redesigned Spider-suit.

Production Status

Principal photography kicked off on August 3, 2025, in Glasgow, Scotland (under the working title Blue Oasis), with additional shooting at Pinewood Studios in England. The script, penned by returning writers Chris McKenna and Erik Sommers, was locked in October 2024. Producers include Kevin Feige and Amy Pascal.

A major hiccup hit on September 19, 2025, when filming paused after Tom Holland suffered a mild concussion during a stunt gone wrong—he was hospitalized but released quickly. The shutdown lasted until September 29, 2025, allowing recovery time, and shoots recommenced yesterday without major delays to the schedule. Early teasers showcased Holland’s sleek new costume on August 1-2, and a behind-the-scenes video dropped on August 10.

Trailers and More

No full trailer yet, but Marvel has been drip-feeding hype via CinemaCon announcements and social media glimpses. The film is expected to tie into the Multiverse Saga’s finale while kicking off a potential new trilogy for Spidey.

Fans are buzzing about this return to form—less multiverse madness, more web-slinging heart. Keep an eye on updates as filming wraps; with the MCU’s packed slate, this could be Holland’s most personal swing yet. If you’re theory-crafting, hit up the comments—what villain do you want to see?