Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026)
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After the world forgets his existence, Peter Parker must navigate his evolving powers and a new telepathic threat while operating as a solo hero.
The story
Following a magical spell that causes the world to forget he exists, Peter Parker lives in isolation, protecting New York City as the hero Spider-Man. While he manages his secret identity and personal struggles, his superpowers begin to evolve unexpectedly. The situation intensifies when he faces a new telepathic threat. As he navigates his growing abilities and the complexities of his solo life, he must confront a mysterious force that threatens both his safety and the safety of those he cares about, all while trying to maintain his resolve as a hero in a world that no longer knows his name.
Full plot (contains spoilers)
After a spell by Dr. Strange makes the world forget Peter Parker, he spends four years as a solo hero in New York. He faces various criminals and eventually encounters a telepathic threat. When his powers evolve—granting him heightened senses and organic webbing—he struggles to control them. He teams up with Bruce Banner to create an inhibitor and eventually confronts the telepath, identified as the teenager Jean Grey. Jean is searching for her sister, Sara, who was taken by the Department of Damage Control (DODC). During a confrontation at a DODC facility, Jean's powers cause a massive psionic field. Peter eventually embraces his new abilities to stop her from harming others. After a final confrontation where he is injured by Frank Castle's gunfire, the truth about the DODC's actions is revealed. The film ends with Peter and his friend Ned finally sharing a moment of connection, despite the world's continued ignorance of Peter's identity.
- First release year
- 2026
- Runtime (minutes)
- 145
- Production countries
- United States
- Original languages
- English
- Directors
- Destin Daniel Cretton
- Writers
- Chris McKenna · writer; Erik Sommers · writer
- Cast and characters
- Tom Holland · Peter Parker / Spider-Man; Zendaya · Michelle "MJ" Jones-Watson; Sadie Sink · Jean Grey; Jacob Batalon · Ned Leeds; Jon Bernthal · Frank Castle / Punisher; Florence Pugh · Yelena Belova / Black Widow; Tramell Tillman · Bill Metzger; Mark Ruffalo · Bruce Banner / Hulk
- Genres
- superhero
- Themes
- identity; sacrifice; loneliness
- Tone and mood
- mature; character-driven
- Premise and plot tags
- superhero; origin; multiverse
- Source material / true-story basis
- Marvel Comics
- Franchise connections
- Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU)
- Reception
- The film received largely positive reviews from critics, with praise for the lead performance, action sequences, and its mature, character-driven narrative.
- Awards and nominations
- Most Anticipated Film · Astra Midseason Movie Awards · 9th · nominated
- Production trivia
- The title is derived from a 2008 comic book storyline that reset the character's status quo.
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