Spider-Man: Brand New Day is finally here, and our favorite wallcrawler is back in action.
The new movie is a big deal for Marvel Phase 6, which is why I decided to make this relatively spoiler-free overview of the flick, so you can get all the information before tuning in. Again, I'm going to be avoiding major spoilers here, but I will say that a lot of set-up is made for future upcoming Marvel movies thanks to some character introductions, and there is even a sneaky nod to Avengers: Doomsday as well.
So if you care about the Marvel timeline in general, or just want to know if this is the right film to be spending your time and money on, read on, folks. Here is everything there is to know about Spider-Man: Brand New Day, from the cast, reviews, and plot.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day release date
The Spider-Man 4 release date was July 29, 2026, for UK fans and July 31, 2026 for the US.
That's right, we had a staggered release for this one. Hopefully the streaming release date is a worldwide affair. However, that hasn't been announced yet, so we will keep you posted as soon as more VOD details head our way.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day reviews
Good news! So far, the Spider-Man: Brand New Day reviews have been very positive. At the time of writing, the film has a 90% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. And most of the Total Film team were big fans of the flick as well.
In our Spider-Man: Brand New Day review, Jordan Farley wrote that the movie is "the Multiverse Saga's best movie" at least until Doomsday arrives. He did note that the film does play it a little safe, but it's still full of action and emotion.
I will also say that after watching it for myself at a press screening, I thoroughly enjoyed the story and character focus on Peter's emotional journey. But I also agree that there weren't as many suprises that I expected.
As more audience reviews start coming out, I'll let you know what the general public thinks. But for now, the vast majority of critics are fans.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer
Yes! The first trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day dropped on March 18, 2026, and it is a beauty. You can watch it for yourself above.
In the clip, we see Peter dealing with his best pal Ned (Jacob Batalon) and girlfriend MJ (Zendaya) not remembering him due to Doctor Strange's spell in the last movie, as well as a whole bunch of new villains. There are masked baddies, Bruce Banner, and a scene that seems to be Scorpion in action as well.
In April 2026, a new promo was shown behind closed doors at CinemaCon. In it, Peter finds out MJ has a new boyfriend the hard way: by spotting her making out with him at a party. Ouch.
A new behind the scenes featurette has also been released, which showcases the movie's action. Plus, there's a brand new poster:
The world has forgotten Peter Parker, but he hasn’t forgotten them. #SpiderManBrandNewDay - in theatres July 31. pic.twitter.com/WSiz5cNFkNMay 14, 2026
Spider-Man: Brand New Day cast
Tom Holland and Stranger Things star Sadie Sink were the first confirmed cast members for Spider-Man 4, which makes sense because they are the central figures in the story.
Sadie Sink's character was under lock and key for a good long while; however, it has finally been revealed that she is playing Jean Grey. That is great news for any X-Men fans out there, such as myself.
Zendaya is back as MJ Watson, and Jacob Batalon returns as Ned. There are also some more cameos and background actors. I have decided not to list them all here; otherwise, it would take all day. But if you want to know all the background nods and references, then check out our guide on all the Spider-Man: Brand New Day Easter Eggs.
Below is the list of the main Spider-Man: Brand New Day cast:
- Tom Holland as Peter Parker/Spider-Man
- Sadie Sink as Jean Grey
- Jon Bernthal as Frank Castle/The Punisher
- Zendaya as MJ Watson
- Jacob Batalon as Ned
- Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner/The Hulk
- Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova
- Tramell Tillman as William Metzger
- Michael Mando as Mac Gargan / Scorpion
- Liza Colón-Zayas as Jean DeWolff
- Olivia Booth-Ford as Sara Grey
- Naomi Watts as E.V
Spider-Man: Brand New Day plot
Good news! There is an official plot synopsis for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and you can read it for yourself below:
"Four years have gone by since we last caught up with our friendly neighborhood hero. Peter Parker is no more, but Spider-Man is at the top of his game keeping New York City safe. Things are going well for our anonymous hero until an unusual trail of crimes pulls him into a web of mystery larger than he's ever faced before. In order to take on what’s ahead, Spider-Man not only needs to be at the top of his physical and mental game, but he must also be prepared to face the repercussions of his past!"
Spider-Man: No Way Home ended with Peter realizing that the only way to protect the sanctity of the multiverse is to erase himself from everyone's memories, including his loved ones. So he has to deal with that for the majority of the movie. However, the film also introduces Jean Grey as well as technology that Peter creates that can suppress mutant powers.
I won't get into any more spoilers here, but those two facts do seem to set-up a new X-Men movie, which we also know is currently in the works. For a full plot breakdown, you can read our Spider-Man: Brand New Day ending explained guide, though.
I will also say, although the film's title points to the Marvel comics, since Brand New Day is a direct reference to a divisive comic book storyline that ran in 2008 and was essentially a soft reboot for Peter Parker, the script isn't related to the comic's story.
In the story, he agreed to Mephisto's terms to sacrifice his marriage to Mary-Jane in order to save the life of his Aunt May. This doesn't come up in the film, which instead gives us an original plot. If you are interested in Spidey comics, though, check out our ranking of the best Spider-Man comics of all time.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day in the Marvel timeline
One thing that seems pretty set in stone is Brand New Day's place on the Marvel timeline. Set photos recently revealed signage for an in-universe construction project, which is due to finish in December 2027. That puts the events of the movie around the same time as Thunderbolts*, which takes place in late 2027.
In January 2026, director Destin Daniel Cretton teased a "tonal shift" for the upcoming movie in the MCU timeline. "All the creatives involved when I came on board wanted to do something that felt different. Of course, it's still the Spider-Man that everybody loves, but this is a new chapter in his life, and that tonal shift was something that was really exciting to me. It felt really different, and it was an extremely gratifying experience."
For more, check out our guide to all the other upcoming superhero movies on the way from Marvel and DC. Or read our detailed breakdown on how to watch all Marvel movies in order, for a complete MCU recap.
