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Tramell Tillman to Star as Spider-Man's Villain Metzger

2/8/2026

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Tramell Tillman (actor) will portray William Metzger in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, releasing July 31, 2026.
Metzger is the anti-mutant villain and leader of Damage Control, created by Joe Casey and Steve Rude in 1999.
Tillman signed a multi-picture deal, hinting at future Marvel appearances, including X-Men films.
Destin Daniel Cretton directs the film.
Production occurred in London and Glasgow from August to December 2025.

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Story summary

Tramell Tillman (actor) will portray William Metzger in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, releasing July 31, 2026.
Metzger is the anti-mutant villain and leader of Damage Control, created by Joe Casey and Steve Rude in 1999.
Tillman signed a multi-picture deal, hinting at future Marvel appearances, including X-Men films.
Destin Daniel Cretton directs the film.
Production occurred in London and Glasgow from August to December 2025.