Published: 10:35 AM, 16 April 2026
New ‘Spider-Man’ film to be most emotional
Tom Holland has said the upcoming “Spider-Man” film will be the most emotional and mature instalment yet, as Peter Parker grapples with the consequences of making his friends forget his identity.
Sony Pictures showcased fresh footage of “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” at CinemaCon in Las Vegas on Monday, revealing that Zendaya’s MJ appears to have a boyfriend.
Five years after “Spider-Man: No Way Home” became a global phenomenon—grossing over $1.9 billion and featuring Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield—the fourth standalone Spider-Man film is among the most anticipated releases of the summer. Its trailer has already surpassed one billion views within four days.
In a video message, Holland described the film as “the most emotional” and “most grown-up” entry, introducing a scene where Peter attends a housewarming for MJ and Jacob Batalon’s Ned, presenting himself as “Maynard,” a neighbour.
Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, the film is set for release on July 31.
At CinemaCon, Sony also announced projects including an R-rated “Bloodborne” adaptation, Takashi Yamazaki’s “Grand Gear” (Feb 18, 2028), and previews of titles like “Resident Evil” and Aaron Sorkin’s “The Social Reckoning.”
Featuring Jeremy Strong as Mark Zuckerberg, the film explores the 2021 “Facebook Files” investigation. Sony CEO Tom Rothman expressed optimism for the industry despite ongoing challenges, urging theaters to improve affordability and audience experience.
