Tom Holland Explains How Spider-Man: Brand New Day Enhances No Way Home
Exciting Updates on Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Tom Holland believes that the upcoming film, *Spider-Man: Brand New Day*, will surpass *Spider-Man: No Way Home*. The star emphasized that this new installment will feature real locations instead of relying solely on production sets.
Filming in Authentic Locations
Holland, 29, is set to don the Spider-Man suit once again, with principal photography scheduled to begin in Glasgow next month. In an interview with Flip Your Wig, he shared his excitement, stating, “Playing Spider-Man is like hanging out with an old pal. We were restricted in the last movie due to COVID, shooting entirely on stages.”
He expressed enthusiasm about the shift to real-world settings, noting, “We’re really going to lean into that old-school filmmaking.” The streets of Glasgow will be featured prominently as a backdrop for a “massive set piece” in *Spider-Man: Brand New Day*.
A Breath of Fresh Air
Reflecting on this new adventure, Holland described the film as a “breath of fresh air,” reminiscent of his earlier role in *Spider-Man: Homecoming*. He said, “It’s been such a long time since I’ve done it, and it’s going to feel like that again.” He is confident that fans will be thrilled with the project.
Returning Cast and New Faces
Potential Plot Twists
While details about the storyline are scarce, there are murmurs that Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk might serve as the film’s primary antagonist, though this remains unconfirmed.
Release Date and Director
*Spider-Man: Brand New Day*, directed by Destin Daniel Cretton of *Shang-Chi And The Legend Of The Ten Rings* fame, is set to hit theaters on July 31, 2026. During a reveal at CinemaCon, Holland hinted that this film marks a “fresh start” for the beloved Wall-Crawler.
At the event, he remarked, “I know we left you with a massive cliffhanger at the end of *No Way Home,* where Peter Parker sacrificed his identity to save the people he loves.” He added, “This is exactly that; it is a fresh start.”
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