Spider-Man: Brand New Day is a 2026 American superhero film directed by Destin Daniel Cretton and produced by Marvel Studios, Columbia Pictures and Pascal Pictures. Distributed by Sony Pictures Releasing, it is the sequel to Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021) and the fourth solo Spider-Man film starring Tom Holland. The film stars Tom Holland, Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Jacob Batalon, Jon Bernthal, Tramell Tillman, Michael Mando and Mark Ruffalo. It is the 38th film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the second film of Phase 6.

The film was released in theatres on 31 July 2026 in the United States, with several international markets, including India, Australia and New Zealand, opening a day earlier on 30 July. It follows Peter Parker four years after the spell that erased the world’s memory of him. The film received strong reviews from critics and audiences and became one of the biggest box office successes in cinema history. It crossed USD 2 billion worldwide in under three weeks, becoming the first Spider-Man film to reach that milestone, and later listings put its worldwide total at about USD 2.5 billion.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day – Movie Details

Category	Details
Movie Name	Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Release Date	31 July 2026 (US), 30 July 2026 (India and several other markets)
Country	United States
Language	English (also released in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada in India)
Genre	Superhero, Action, Adventure
Certification	PG-13 (US)
Director	Destin Daniel Cretton
Screenplay	Chris McKenna, Erik Sommers (Justin Kuritzkes also credited in some sources)
Lead Cast	Tom Holland, Zendaya, Jacob Batalon
Supporting Cast	Sadie Sink, Jon Bernthal, Mark Ruffalo, Michael Mando, Tramell Tillman, Marvin “Krondon” Jones III
Production Companies	Marvel Studios, Columbia Pictures, Pascal Pictures
Distributor	Sony Pictures Releasing
Music	Michael Giacchino
Runtime	145 minutes (some listings show 150 minutes)
Estimated Budget	USD 225 million
Box Office Collection	Approximately USD 2.5 billion worldwide
Franchise	Spider-Man (Marvel Cinematic Universe)
Previous Film	Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)

Plot

Spider-Man: Brand New Day continues the story of Peter Parker after the events of Spider-Man: No Way Home. In that film, Doctor Strange cast a spell that erased the world’s memory of Peter Parker and his identity as Spider-Man. Four years later, Peter is an adult living entirely alone. He has chosen to remain out of the lives of the people he loves, including MJ and Ned, and he works as a full-time, self-funded Spider-Man in a New York that no longer knows his name.

The pressure of that life begins to take a physical toll. Peter’s overworking and personal struggles trigger a surprising evolution in his powers, one that he cannot easily control and that threatens his own safety. At the same time, a strange new pattern of crimes points to one of the most dangerous threats he has ever faced, a powerful villain that nobody can see. Jon Bernthal’s Punisher enters the story with a far harsher approach to crime-fighting than Peter’s, and the two characters are drawn into an uneasy relationship. Mark Ruffalo’s Bruce Banner also appears as Peter tries to understand what is happening to him.

The film keeps several of its biggest story details closely guarded, including the exact identity of the new threat. Its tone is darker and more personal than the earlier Holland films, with a focus on loneliness, sacrifice and what it costs a hero to keep fighting when nobody remembers him. Critics described it as one of the most grounded and mature Spider-Man stories to date.

Main Cast and Characters

Tom Holland as Peter Parker / Spider-Man: Peter is the young hero at the centre of the franchise. In Brand New Day he is older, isolated and fully dedicated to protecting New York. The film follows how his powers change under constant pressure and how he deals with the emotional cost of being forgotten by the people closest to him. This is Holland’s seventh appearance as the character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Zendaya as MJ: MJ is Peter’s love interest, whose life has moved forward without any memory of him. Her storyline is tied directly to the spell from the previous film, and the movie explores what it means for her to build a life that no longer includes Peter in the same way. Some sources identify the character as Michelle Jones-Watson.

Jacob Batalon as Ned Leeds: Ned is Peter’s best friend, who also no longer remembers him. Ned has been one of the emotional anchors of the franchise since Spider-Man: Homecoming, and his presence connects the new story to the earlier films. Critics singled out the scenes between Holland, Zendaya and Batalon as some of the film’s strongest.

Sadie Sink as the new villain: Sadie Sink, best known for Stranger Things, plays a character with powers who becomes central to the film’s conflict. Several reports identify the character as Jean Grey, while other outlets describe the role as unconfirmed, so readers should treat the character name with some caution. Director Destin Daniel Cretton has said that the film works best when viewers go in without knowing too much about her role.

Supporting Cast and Characters

Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner / The Hulk: Banner appears as Peter begins to experience unexpected changes in his body. His role adds a link to the wider Marvel Cinematic Universe and gives Peter someone who understands what it means to live with a body that changes.

Michael Mando as Mac Gargan / Scorpion: Mando returns as Scorpion, a character he first played in Spider-Man: Homecoming. His return gives longtime fans a familiar face in a very different version of Peter’s world.

Tramell Tillman and Liza Colón-Zayas: Both actors are new to the franchise. Tillman, known for Severance, and Colón-Zayas, known for The Bear, bring a different energy to the film’s ensemble.

Marvin “Krondon” Jones III as Tombstone: Jones plays the villain Tombstone, a character he previously voiced in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Some credits also list Florence Pugh and Marisa Tomei in the cast, and readers should check the official end credits for the full list of roles.

Production, Creative and Technical Aspects

Development and Story

Spider-Man: Brand New Day was developed as the next chapter of Tom Holland’s Spider-Man story following No Way Home. Sony was reported to be developing a fourth Spider-Man film with Marvel as early as August 2019, and producer Amy Pascal said in November 2021 that it was intended to be the first part of a new trilogy starring Holland. Destin Daniel Cretton directed the film, working from a screenplay by Chris McKenna and Erik Sommers, with Justin Kuritzkes also credited in some sources. McKenna and Sommers wrote the earlier Holland Spider-Man films, which gives the story strong continuity with the previous movies.

The central premise builds on the memory-erasing spell from No Way Home and asks what happens to a hero when the world he protects no longer knows who he is.

Casting and Characters

Tom Holland returns as Peter Parker, alongside Zendaya as MJ and Jacob Batalon as Ned Leeds. Jon Bernthal joins the Spider-Man films as The Punisher, while Mark Ruffalo and Michael Mando bring links to the wider franchise. Sadie Sink, Tramell Tillman and Liza Colón-Zayas are the main new faces. The returning cast maintains continuity with the earlier films, while the new additions bring different perspectives to the story’s central conflict.

Filming and Locations

Principal photography reportedly wrapped on 19 December 2025, after which the film spent most of 2026 in post-production. The story is set in New York City, and the film’s marketing highlighted the city as an important part of the character’s identity. Specific filming locations were kept largely private, which is common for large Marvel productions.

Production Companies

The film was produced by Marvel Studios, Columbia Pictures and Pascal Pictures. Kevin Feige, Amy Pascal, Avi Arad and Rachel O’Connor are credited as producers, while Louis D’Esposito and David Cain are credited as executive producers. Feige’s involvement reflects the film’s place within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, while Pascal and Arad have been associated with the Spider-Man franchise for many years. Sony Pictures Releasing handled distribution.

Music and Background Score

Michael Giacchino composed the film’s score. This is his fourth Spider-Man score, following Spider-Man: Homecoming, Spider-Man: Far From Home and Spider-Man: No Way Home. Reviews noted that the music helps drive the film’s biggest action sequences, including a tank moving through the streets of Manhattan and a fight against a team of ninjas. Giacchino’s work builds on the musical identity he established in the earlier Holland films while adding new themes for the film’s darker and more isolated version of Peter.

Cinematography and Editing

Brett Pawlak served as cinematographer, and Nat Sanders and Gina Sansom are credited as editors, with Harry Yoon also listed in some sources. Charles Wood is credited as production designer. One trade review described the film as possibly the most vertiginous live-action Spider-Man movie to date, crediting Pawlak and the effects team for the sense of height and movement in the web-swinging sequences. The editing supports the film’s balance between large action scenes and quieter emotional moments between Peter and the people he has lost.

Promotional Campaign

The film’s marketing was one of the most unusual of recent years. Tom Holland invited fans around the world to help release the first trailer in small pieces, and the full trailer arrived on 18 March 2026. Sony reported that it crossed one billion views, the first movie trailer ever to reach that number. The second trailer recorded about 590 million views in its first week, which made it the second biggest trailer launch of all time.

Music and Soundtrack Details

The soundtrack of Spider-Man: Brand New Day is an orchestral score album composed by Michael Giacchino and released by Sony Classical. The first track, “Suite New Day,” was released as a digital single on 16 July 2026, and the full album followed on 31 July 2026, the day of the film’s US release. A CD edition was scheduled for 18 September 2026, and a vinyl edition was announced through Mutant. The table below lists the top five tracks, which are the first five tracks of the album.

No.	Track Title	Composer	Duration
1	Web Letter Days	Michael Giacchino	2:40
2	A Good Day to Dive	Michael Giacchino	4:10
3	Possession Is Nine-Tenths of the Brawl	Michael Giacchino	3:49
4	What’s Your Damage Control	Michael Giacchino	0:39
5	The Metzger Set	Michael Giacchino	1:37

1. Web Letter Days

“Web Letter Days” opens the album and runs for 2 minutes and 40 seconds. As the first track, it sets the tone for the listener before the longer cues begin. The title is a wordplay on a familiar phrase, which is a naming style that runs through the whole album.

2. A Good Day to Dive

“A Good Day to Dive” is the second track and the longest of the first five, at 4 minutes and 10 seconds. It gives the album an early extended cue and shows the orchestral scale of Giacchino’s score. Its title is another playful reference to a well-known film title.

3. Possession Is Nine-Tenths of the Brawl

“Possession Is Nine-Tenths of the Brawl” runs for 3 minutes and 49 seconds. It sits third in the track order and continues the album’s mix of longer orchestral cues and wordplay-style titles. Like the rest of the album, it was composed by Michael Giacchino.

4. What’s Your Damage Control

“What’s Your Damage Control” is a very short cue of only 39 seconds. Its length shows how the album mixes short transitional pieces with longer action and character themes. The title appears to nod to the Damage Control agency from the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

5. The Metzger Set

“The Metzger Set” runs for 1 minute and 37 seconds and is the fifth track on the album. It is a shorter piece that follows the longer opening cues, adding variety to the album’s pacing.

Background Score

Giacchino’s score is built on traditional orchestral writing, with a focus on heroism, emotion, suspense and action. It supports the film’s action scenes, its quieter moments between Peter and his friends, and the sense of isolation that runs through the story. Together with the earlier Spider-Man scores he composed, it forms a continuous musical thread across the four Holland-era films.

Release Date and Theatrical Distribution

Detail	Information
Film Title	Spider-Man: Brand New Day
First Trailer Release Date	18 March 2026
World Premiere	27 July 2026 (Dolby Theatre, Los Angeles)
Release Date in US	31 July 2026
Release Date in France	29 July 2026
Release Date in India	30 July 2026
Release Date in Australia and New Zealand	30 July 2026
Release Date in Malaysia	30 July 2026
Certification	PG-13 (US)
Production Companies	Marvel Studios, Columbia Pictures, Pascal Pictures
Theatrical Distribution	Sony Pictures Releasing
Music Label	Sony Classical
Digital Release (US)	6 October 2026
Physical Release (4K, Blu-ray, DVD)	15 December 2026, as reported
Subscription Streaming	Not officially announced

Official Release Date

Spider-Man: Brand New Day was released in US theatres on 31 July 2026, after a world premiere at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on 27 July. Several international markets received the film earlier in the same week, including France on 29 July and India, Australia, New Zealand and Malaysia on 30 July. Critics’ reviews were released ahead of the film’s opening, with the review embargo lifting on 28 July. As of 14 October 2026, the film has been in cinemas for more than two months and is no longer an upcoming release.

Worldwide Theatrical Release

The film had a wide worldwide release, covering the United States, India, the United Kingdom, France, Australia, New Zealand, the United Arab Emirates, Malaysia and China. In India, Sony Pictures Entertainment India released the film in six languages: English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada. China became one of the film’s strongest international markets, which is a notable difference from No Way Home, a film that never played there.

Certification and Runtime

In the United States, the film is rated PG-13. Most listings give the runtime as 145 minutes, which is two hours and 25 minutes, while some databases list it as 150 minutes. The runtime gives the film space to balance its action sequences with the emotional storyline between Peter, MJ and Ned.

Theatrical Formats and Presentation

The film played in standard and premium screen formats, depending on theatre availability. Availability varied by cinema and location, so not every format was offered at every venue. Viewers who want to find showtimes for the remaining screenings should check their local multiplex or a ticket-booking app.

Significance of the Release

The summer 2026 release made Spider-Man: Brand New Day one of the biggest cinema events of the year. It arrived without a major competing release in its first weekend, and its success helped drive Hollywood to its best box office year since the pandemic. The film also marked the start of what Sony and Marvel have described as a new chapter for Tom Holland’s Spider-Man.

OTT Release and Streaming Availability

Spider-Man: Brand New Day became available to rent or buy digitally in the United States on 6 October 2026. The film is available through Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home and YouTube. A subscription streaming date has not been officially announced. Under Sony’s agreement with Netflix, Netflix is expected to be the first subscription streaming home for the film, and reports estimate a release around early 2027. The film is then expected to move to Disney+, though no date has been confirmed for that stage.

Budget and Box Office Collection

Box Office Detail	Reported Figures
Estimated Production Budget	USD 225 million
Release Date	31 July 2026 (US)
Domestic Opening Weekend (US)	Approximately USD 360 million
Worldwide Opening Weekend	Approximately USD 927 million
Second Weekend (Domestic)	Approximately USD 144.5 million
Time to Reach USD 1 Billion	6 days
Worldwide Total (17 August 2026)	Approximately USD 2.022 billion
North America Total (17 August 2026)	Approximately USD 785.8 million
Latest Listed Domestic Total	Approximately USD 950.6 million
Latest Listed Worldwide Total	Approximately USD 2.5 billion
India Opening Day (Net)	INR 60.60 crore
India Net Collection (First 8 Days)	INR 334.70 crore
India Gross Collection (First 8 Days)	INR 400.21 crore

Production Budget

The film’s production budget is listed at approximately USD 225 million. These figures are industry estimates rather than audited numbers, and the marketing and distribution costs for a release of this scale are additional to the production cost. Against that budget, the film’s box office performance has made it one of the most profitable releases of the year.

Opening Day and Opening Weekend Collection

Spider-Man: Brand New Day opened with about USD 360 million in the United States and Canada, the biggest domestic opening weekend of all time. Its worldwide opening was about USD 927 million, the second biggest opening weekend in history, behind only Avengers: Endgame. It also became the biggest opening in the Spider-Man franchise, well ahead of No Way Home’s USD 600.5 million. China contributed about USD 121 million to the global opening.

First Week and Second Weekend Collection

The film crossed USD 1 billion worldwide in six days, making it the second fastest film to do so. It became the highest-grossing movie of 2026 within seven days, passing Toy Story 5. The second weekend added about USD 144.5 million in the domestic market, and the worldwide total reached about USD 1.67 billion after 10 days. Reports noted that no film had ever collected a higher domestic total so quickly. The third weekend added about USD 70 million domestically.

India Net and Gross Collection

In India, the film recorded the biggest opening ever for a Hollywood release, with an opening day of INR 60.60 crore net. The daily India net figures for the first eight days were INR 60.60 crore, INR 49.35 crore, INR 70.25 crore, INR 77.75 crore, INR 23.80 crore, INR 21.75 crore, INR 17 crore and INR 14.20 crore. These figures brought the India net total to INR 334.70 crore and the gross total to INR 400.21 crore by the eighth day. The film became the highest-grossing Hollywood release of the year in India. India net refers to ticket revenue after entertainment tax deductions, while India gross refers to ticket revenue before those deductions, so the two should not be treated as interchangeable.

Overseas and Worldwide Collection

The film’s international earnings have been very strong. China contributed about USD 197.6 million by mid-August, and the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Australia and India were among the other major markets. By 17 August 2026, the worldwide total reached about USD 2.022 billion, with about USD 785.8 million from North America and more than USD 1.2 billion from international markets. The film became the second fastest in history to reach USD 2 billion, behind Avengers: Endgame, which needed 11 days. It became the first Spider-Man film to cross the milestone, passing No Way Home’s total of about USD 1.9 billion. Later listings put the worldwide total at about USD 2.5 billion. Different publications report slightly different totals because of variations in reporting dates, and worldwide gross revenue should not be confused with the amount ultimately received by the studios.

Ratings, Reviews and Audience Reception

Rating Platform	Rating / Review
Rotten Tomatoes (Critics)	91% from 198 reviews
Rotten Tomatoes (Audience)	98% from more than 500 verified reviews
Metacritic	70/100, “Generally Favorable” (launch week)
IMDb	8.3/10 (early reading, late July 2026)
AlloCiné (France)	Press 3.2/5, Audience 4.2/5 (release day)

Ratings and review scores have shifted since launch, so the figures above should be treated as snapshots rather than permanent ratings.

Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic Scores

Rotten Tomatoes opened at about 93% and settled at around 91%, based on 198 critic reviews, and holds a 98% audience score from more than 500 verified ratings. That puts it close to the other Holland films, with Homecoming at 92%, Far From Home at 91% and No Way Home at 93% on the critics’ side. Metacritic gave the film a launch-week score of 70 out of 100, based on 42 reviews, of which 32 were positive and 10 mixed, with no negative reviews. Other readings reported the score slightly lower, in the mid-60s, as more reviews were added.

IMDb Rating and User Reviews

The film held an early IMDb user score of 8.3 out of 10 in the opening week. Audience discussions have focused on Tom Holland’s performance, the emotional focus of the story, Jon Bernthal’s Punisher and the film’s grounded tone. IMDb ratings can change as more users submit votes, so the score should be treated as a snapshot.

Critics Reviews and Overall Reception

Critics described the film as one of the most grounded and mature Spider-Man stories yet, and the review roundup on Rotten Tomatoes carried a similar headline. Praise focused on Holland’s performance, the emotional storytelling, the action and the lead characters’ relationships. Jake Kleinman of Polygon gave the film 92 out of 100 and called it the best Spider-Man film since Spider-Man 2. Criticism centred on the amount of story the film tries to carry and the way some plot threads connect to the wider Marvel Cinematic Universe. Some reviewers felt that the villain’s plan did not hold together on reflection. Taken together, professional reviews and audience feedback offer a positive overall picture, with the main debates being about pacing and plotting rather than performances.

Where to Watch Spider-Man: Brand New Day

Spider-Man: Brand New Day was released in theatres on 31 July 2026, and it is also available to rent or buy digitally in the United States from 6 October 2026. Current availability may vary by country, city and cinema, so viewers should check local listings and their regional digital stores before planning. A subscription streaming date has not been officially announced.

Prime Video: Rent or buy the film digitally. IGN lists US prices of about USD 24.99 to rent and USD 29.99 to buy, and the purchase includes bonus features.

BookMyShow: Search for the film to check nearby cinemas, available showtimes and ticket prices in India.

PVR INOX: Search for screenings at participating PVR and INOX cinemas.

District: Browse local cinema listings and available movie tickets.

4K, Blu-ray and DVD: A physical release is reported for 15 December 2026, including a Limited Collector’s Edition with bonus material. Earlier estimates pointed to November, but that date was not confirmed.

Netflix: Under Sony’s agreement with Netflix, Netflix is expected to be the first subscription streaming home for the film. No date has been announced, and reports estimate early 2027.

Disney+: The film is expected to arrive on Disney+ after its Netflix window. No date has been set.

Availability depends on the city, cinema and current schedule, and digital prices and dates are for the US market. Prices and release dates in India and other countries have not been confirmed, so viewers outside the United States should check their local platforms.

Is Spider-Man: Brand New Day Worth Watching?

Spider-Man: Brand New Day is worth watching for viewers who enjoy superhero films, character-driven action and stories built around sacrifice and loneliness. Tom Holland returns as Peter Parker, while the wider cast brings new conflicts and familiar faces into the story. The film’s main appeal lies in its grounded tone, its emotional core and the question of how Peter can keep protecting a city that has forgotten him. Fans of the Holland films, particularly No Way Home, will find the story’s connections to earlier events especially rewarding. Overall, it is well worth seeing for fans of the franchise, and watching Homecoming, Far From Home and No Way Home beforehand makes the story easier to follow. The film also works best on a large screen, where its action sequences and city scenes have the most impact.

Spider-Man Movies in Order

Spider-Man has been adapted into several film series, so the easiest way to watch the movies is by series and in release order.

Sam Raimi trilogy (Tobey Maguire): Spider-Man (2002), Spider-Man 2 (2004) and Spider-Man 3 (2007).

Marc Webb films (Andrew Garfield): The Amazing Spider-Man (2012) and The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014). A planned third film, often searched as The Amazing Spider-Man 3, was never made.

Marvel Cinematic Universe films (Tom Holland): Captain America: Civil War (2016), Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017), Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019), Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021) and Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026).

Animated Spider-Verse films (Miles Morales): Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018), Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023) and Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, scheduled for 2027.

For the Tom Holland films, the recommended watching order is Captain America: Civil War, Homecoming, Far From Home, No Way Home and then Brand New Day. The animated films form their own story and can be watched separately, starting with Into the Spider-Verse.

Tom Holland Spider-Man Movies

Tom Holland first appeared as Peter Parker in Captain America: Civil War in 2016 and has since played the character in four solo films. Homecoming introduced him as a high school student eager to prove himself to Tony Stark. Far From Home followed Peter on a school trip to Europe, where he faced a new threat while dealing with the aftermath of Avengers: Endgame. No Way Home brought together several versions of Spider-Man from earlier film series and ended with Peter losing his identity in the world’s memory. Brand New Day picks up that story four years later.

Holland’s version of the character is often praised for being youthful, funny and vulnerable. Brand New Day takes that character in a more serious direction, with Peter facing life as an adult who works alone. Among the Holland films, No Way Home finished with about USD 1.9 billion worldwide, a total that Brand New Day has now passed.

Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse Release Date

The next Spider-Man film on the release calendar is Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, the third and final chapter in Sony Pictures Animation’s Spider-Verse trilogy. It is directed by Bob Persichetti and Justin K. Thompson and written by Phil Lord, Christopher Miller and David Callaham.

The confirmed voice cast includes Shameik Moore as Miles Morales, Hailee Steinfeld as Gwen Stacy, Brian Tyree Henry as Jefferson Davis, Luna Lauren Velez as Rio Morales, Oscar Isaac as Miguel O’Hara, Jake Johnson as Peter B. Parker, Jason Schwartzman as the Spot and Nicolas Cage as Spider-Man Noir.

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