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Sony Pictures Reboots Spider-Man Universe After Box-Office Struggles

2/25/2026

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Sony Pictures plans a fresh Spider-Man Universe reboot after box-office failures such as Kraven the Hunter and Madame Web.
Tom Rothman, Sony Pictures CEO, said on The Town podcast that the Spider-Man Universe is not dead.
He did not provide specifics on the reboot's direction or timeline.
Venom trilogy's past success contrasts with recent spinoffs that have struggled.
Upcoming projects include Spider-Noir and Spider-Man: Brand New Day, set for 2026.

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Sony Pictures plans a fresh Spider-Man Universe reboot after box-office failures such as Kraven the Hunter and Madame Web.
Tom Rothman, Sony Pictures CEO, said on The Town podcast that the Spider-Man Universe is not dead.
He did not provide specifics on the reboot's direction or timeline.
Venom trilogy's past success contrasts with recent spinoffs that have struggled.
Upcoming projects include Spider-Noir and Spider-Man: Brand New Day, set for 2026.