TODAY’S PAPER | March 17, 2026 | EPAPER

Tom Holland swings back as Spider-Man in first footage of ‘Brand New Day’ before trailer drops

Tom Holland’s Spider-Man returns in ‘Brand New Day’ with the official trailer set for March 18


Pop Culture & Art March 17, 2026 1 min read

Marvel’s web-slinger is back as Tom Holland revealed the official trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day will drop on Wednesday, March 18, ahead of the film’s July 31 theatrical release from Sony Pictures. The announcement came on Holland’s Instagram, alongside first-look footage that teases the superhero saving a life while swinging between skyscrapers.

The short clips, released on various social media platforms worldwide, show a darker, slow-motion aesthetic reminiscent of Zack Snyder’s style. A voiceover punctuates the action with the word “rebirth,” signalling a new chapter for Holland’s Spider-Man. This marks the first solo film for Holland not directed by Jon Watts, with Destin Daniel Cretton, best known for Shang-Chi, helming the project.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Brand New Day is Holland’s fourth solo Spider-Man film and his seventh appearance as the character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It follows the massive success of 2021’s Spider-Man: No Way Home, which grossed over $1.9 billion globally and introduced Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield’s versions of Spider-Man to the MCU.

After wrapping filming in December, Cretton praised Holland for his leadership and dedication on set. The director’s social media post thanked the actor for “fearless performances” and described the cast and crew’s work as “the biggest, most rewarding film I’ve ever been a part of.”

Fans can expect the trailer to give a more detailed look at Spider-Man’s new adventures and a fresh costume design, reinforcing the “rebirth” theme. With a combination of superhero spectacle and character-driven storytelling, the film aims to reinvigorate the franchise and set a new tone for Holland’s next outings.

Online reactions to the teaser clips have been overwhelmingly positive, with fans noting the cinematic quality and dramatic tone, a shift from previous lighter Spider-Man adventures. Social media platforms have been abuzz with speculation about storylines, supporting characters, and potential cameos from other MCU heroes.

As anticipation builds for the full trailer, Brand New Day promises a blend of thrilling superhero action and emotional stakes, reinforcing Spider-Man’s place as a central figure in the ever-expanding Marvel universe.

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