Tom Holland absent from ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ cast announcement, sparking speculation

Marvel has not confirmed Tom Holland for Avengers: Doomsday, raising questions about Spider-Man’s MCU future.

Marvel Studios has officially announced the cast of Avengers: Doomsday, set for release on May 1, 2026.

The extensive lineup includes returning MCU heroes, X-Men legends, and Fantastic Four newcomers. However, one major absence has fans questioning the future of Spider-Man—Tom Holland was not included in the cast reveal.

No Tom Holland, No Chris Evans, no Benedict Cumberbatch, no Charlize Theron, No Famke Janssen, No Halle Berry, No Hugh Jackman or Ryan Reynolds, No Elizabeth Olsen………. pic.twitter.com/jACI43Ukr2

— ‎ً (@WandaxCoven) March 26, 2025

marvel fans after waiting an hour for confirmation that tom holland will be playing spider man https://t.co/6N7gm0g2hm pic.twitter.com/Kn0wn15YhP

— darn hooligan ‼️ ✨ (@KoolSuh) March 26, 2025

WHERE IS TOM HOLLAND WHERE IS MY GOAT SPIDER-MAN???????? pic.twitter.com/loLUeHaPrU

— Endy (@EndyisBad) March 26, 2025

During a five-hour live-stream event, Marvel introduced the film’s stars, beginning with Chris Hemsworth (Thor) and concluding with Robert Downey Jr., who will portray Victor Von Doom. The cast also includes Anthony Mackie (Captain America), Vanessa Kirby (Invisible Woman), Patrick Stewart (Professor X), Ian McKellen (Magneto), and Pedro Pascal (Mister Fantastic).

Holland, who has played Peter Parker since Captain America: Civil War (2016), has previously expressed interest in stepping away from the role. However, Spider-Man 4 is currently in development, with Sadie Sink rumored to join the cast. This has fueled speculation that Spider-Man 4 could mark Holland’s farewell to the MCU.

Rumors suggest Marvel may be preparing for the live-action introduction of Miles Morales, potentially signaling a major shift in Spider-Man’s legacy. While Marvel has not commented on Holland’s exclusion from Avengers: Doomsday, fans are eager for updates on his future within the franchise.