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Holland Confirms Spider-Man Succession Plan, Miles Morales Delayed

8/1/2026

Summary

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Tom Holland said on the podcast that Marvel and Sony have a Spider-Man succession plan after “No Way Home.”
He will keep playing Peter Parker while the studios want him.
“Brand New Day” opened July 31 2026, is projected to earn $70 million Thursday and shows a post-credits message “Spider-Man Will Return.”
Kevin Feige wants Miles Morales in the MCU, with Sony asking him to wait for its animated “Spider-Verse” trilogy.

History

Historical Context

In 2002, Sony released Sam Raimi’s “Spider-Man,” starring Tobey Maguire, which grossed $821 million worldwide and proved superhero blockbusters viable in the United States. The film’s $115 million opening set a record for comic-book adaptations, prompting Marvel Studios to negotiate a joint-venture licensing deal with Sony. Today, Tom Holland’s “Brand New Day” and Kevin Feige’s push for Miles Morales echo the 2002 partnership, as studios coordinate character succession and cross-media storytelling. This continuity strategy suggests future franchise releases will hinge on shared rights, likely extending box-office expectations beyond the projected $70 million Thursday opening.

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Story summary

Tom Holland said on the podcast that Marvel and Sony have a Spider-Man succession plan after “No Way Home.”
He will keep playing Peter Parker while the studios want him.
“Brand New Day” opened July 31 2026, is projected to earn $70 million Thursday and shows a post-credits message “Spider-Man Will Return.”
Kevin Feige wants Miles Morales in the MCU, with Sony asking him to wait for its animated “Spider-Verse” trilogy.

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