Kristina Roberts
Rumors about the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) have sent fans buzzing again. Insider Daniel Richtman claims Tom Holland’s Spider-Man won’t appear in Avengers: Doomsday, though he’s expected to play a big part in Avengers: Secret Wars. The news leaves fans curious about which version of Spider-Man might appear instead.
Every Marvel fan loves a good rumor — especially when it’s about Spider-Man. Once again, the web-slinging superhero is at the center of attention, but this time, it’s not about swinging through skyscrapers. It’s about whether Tom Holland will be part of the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday movie. According to a new report, Holland might not be returning for this one, and that news has left many Marvel lovers both surprised and confused.
The rumor comes from Daniel Richtman, a well-known Hollywood insider who often shares details about upcoming superhero films. Richtman recently revealed that Tom Holland’s Spider-Man will not be in Avengers: Doomsday. He mentioned that Holland is expected to have a “huge role” in the film’s sequel, Avengers: Secret Wars. But for Doomsday, it seems Marvel may have other plans.
Now, before anyone panics, this doesn’t mean Spider-Man will be completely missing from Doomsday. As Richtman’s report suggests, the door is still open for another version of Spider-Man to appear. After all, the multiverse has already shown us that there can be more than one Peter Parker. This means that Tobey Maguire or Andrew Garfield — who both played Spider-Man in earlier versions — could swing back into the story.
For now, though, there’s no official confirmation about any of them. Everything fans are hearing is based on rumors and speculation. Marvel Studios hasn’t said a word about Spider-Man’s appearance in Doomsday, and that silence is making fans even more curious. As Richtman’s report puts it, Holland’s absence in Doomsday might not be final — there’s still time for surprises before the film’s release on December 18, 2026.
Marvel is known for keeping secrets, especially when it comes to major crossovers like this one. Remember how Spider-Man: No Way Home kept its biggest surprises hidden until the very end? Fans had guessed that Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield would return, but Marvel never confirmed anything until the movie hit theatres. Something similar could happen again with Avengers: Doomsday.
The Avengers: Doomsday movie is expected to have one of the biggest casts in MCU history. Many popular characters from different movies will come together to fight a massive threat. Among the confirmed names are Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards (also known as Mister Fantastic), and Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, the Invisible Woman.
Fans will also get to see Anthony Mackie as the new Captain America, Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes or the Winter Soldier, Letitia Wright as Shuri (the new Black Panther), and Paul Rudd as the fun-loving Ant-Man. That’s not all — the list continues with Wyatt Russell as U.S. Agent, Tenoch Huerta as Namor, Ebon Moss-Bachrach as The Thing, and Simu Liu as Shang-Chi.
The movie will also feature Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova, Kelsey Grammer as Dr. Hank McCoy (Beast), and Lewis Pullman as Bob/Sentry. Other exciting names include Danny Ramirez as the new Falcon, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm (the Human Torch), David Harbour as the Red Guardian, Winston Duke as M’Baku, Hannah John-Kamen as Ghost, and Tom Hiddleston as Loki. With such a massive lineup, Avengers: Doomsday already promises to be an epic superhero gathering.
Still, one thing is clear — fans love Spider-Man, and any Avengers movie feels incomplete without him. Ever since Tom Holland joined the MCU in Captain America: Civil War (2016), he’s become one of the most loved superheroes of this generation. His version of Peter Parker is known for being young, hopeful, and emotional — a perfect balance between heroism and humanity.
In past films, Holland’s Spider-Man has fought alongside Iron Man, Doctor Strange, and other Avengers. His bond with Tony Stark, in particular, made fans emotional. The ending of No Way Home left Peter Parker all alone, with the world forgetting who he is. Many fans believe Secret Wars will be the movie where his story continues in a big way. That’s probably why Marvel is saving his next big appearance for later.
The rumor of Holland’s absence has started countless online debates. Some fans feel disappointed because Spider-Man has been such an important part of the Avengers team. Others, however, think it’s a smart move. They believe Doomsday will focus on setting up the next phase of the MCU, while Secret Wars will bring back the biggest heroes — including Spider-Man — for one final, universe-changing battle.
There’s also talk about how the multiverse will play a big role in these two films. Since Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and Loki, Marvel has opened doors to endless possibilities. Characters from different universes can appear, and timelines can cross. That’s why the idea of Tobey Maguire or Andrew Garfield showing up doesn’t sound impossible. They could represent Spider-Man from alternate worlds while Holland’s version prepares for something much bigger in Secret Wars.
Marvel hasn’t officially commented on Richtman’s claims. But that’s typical for the studio — they prefer to keep surprises hidden until the last moment. Many believe that keeping Tom Holland out of Doomsday could help build excitement for Secret Wars, which might become the grandest superhero film of all time.
Fans can’t help but wonder what Avengers: Doomsday will be about. The title itself sounds dark and powerful, hinting at a huge crisis that might shake the entire Marvel universe. Some fans think the villain could be a version of Doctor Doom or another powerful being from the multiverse. With so many characters and so much mystery, Marvel seems to be building up to something massive.
In the end, even if Tom Holland’s Spider-Man isn’t in Doomsday, his story in the MCU is far from over. He remains one of the most loved heroes, and fans can expect him to return with even greater importance in Secret Wars. Until then, everyone will just have to wait, watch, and keep guessing — because when it comes to Marvel, anything can happen.
