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Good news to fans of the house of Marvel: Actor Tom Holland confirmed Spider-Man 4 is happening, and its production is set to begin soon. So far, however, neither Marvel Studios nor Sony Pictures has announced such officially, but Holland recently let the whispers of the next blockbuster installment of the franchise loose.
Recently appearing on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, conversation naturally shifted to the long-speculated sequel. When asked directly, whether or not Spider-Man 4 is actually in the works, Holland didn’t shy away from confirming the rumors. Smiling at the question from Fallon, he responded simply, “It’s happening.” Fallon was so excited that he gives an enthusiastic embrace prompting Holland to spill even more: “Yeah, next summer—we start shooting.”. Everything’s all good. We’re basically there. Extremely exciting. I just can’t wait.
This is the first official confirmation of the movie’s development, but Holland had mentioned that it was coming some time in the past. Indeed, it has been mentioned that the actor had read the latest draft of the script and said it “lit a fire under him.” Here we have Holland’s excitement about the movie, and it seems to be growing with the reading of the script along with co-star Zendaya. It is indeed the Marvel fans who have been looking forward to all this news, especially with such speculations going around regarding his involvement with big other projects, including a new Christopher Nolan film. That buzz for the next Spider-Man film was already there but Holland’s confirmation really made things boil. When everyone awaits this summer of 2025 when the filming is likely to begin, everyone waits for the next episode of a life journey of Peter Parker.
Behind the Scenes: Who’s the Director?
Whereas Holland confirms that the film is indeed in motion many other details surrounding Spider-Man 4 are still unknown.
One thing that will not happen, though is behind the camera: although Jon Watts directed the first three Spider-Man films with Holland, he is stepping out. Marvel has recruited Destin Daniel Cretton to helm the camera this time around. Cretton has no shortage of experience with Marvel, having already directed Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings and also involving himself with the upcoming Wonder Man series. The script of the movie is being prepared by Chris McKenna and Erik Sommers, who wrote the last three Spider-Man films under the Marvel Cinematic Universe banner. Since they are coming back, the audiences can expect yet another continuation of witty and emotionally charged storytelling from their last three films that have gained such heavy traction. As with any creative shift in directors, there will probably come a fresh perspective, and the experience of handling large ensemble casts and intricate action sequences in Cretton’s history. His work on Shang-Chi was widely praised for balance with humor, heart, and action-all central elements that will be featured in the Spider-Man films. Fans are most eager to see how this new director’s vision will take the next phase of Peter Parker’s story.
What Could Spider-Man 4 Possibly Be?
Of course, the real plot for Spider-Man 4 is a secret, but not by any means short on supply in speculation.
For fan theories, timing plays the biggest role, and with Venom: The Last Dance being released soon, discussion has picked up to new levels.
This has increased rumors once again of a possible crossover between Holland’s Spider-Man and Tom Hardy’s Venom. Fans have been hoping since both franchises started for such a crossover to happen. Even though the two characters have yet to face each other in front of the camera, both Hardy and Holland are on board with the idea. The possibilities seem more concrete than ever before. One of the major aspects of excitement also happens to be Knull, the King in Black, a villain confirmed to make his appearance in Venom: The Last Dance. Of course, the introduction of Knull might just lead the way into some future cross-over between Venom and Spider-Man, now that his multiverse powers could easily connect them.
And adding to that, the piece of the symbiote still exists in the MCU, left behind by the end of Spider-Man: No Way Home, giving this some huge legs to stand on. One of the potential big plots for the up and coming movie would be the team-up shots of Spider-Man, Venom, and Knull, which will take on this new threat. While storylines for anything have yet to be confirmed, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has always been great at bringing the varied characters and plotlines together. Nothing would surprise me more than Spider-Man 4 developing into something in the depths of the multiverse or even within a symbiotic storyline between Venom and Spider-Man. The fans cannot wait to see how that evolving narrative plays out-especially now that the multiverse is bigger than ever within the MCU.
What Awaits Spider-Man?
As production is set to roll soon, anticipation for Spider-Man 4 has never been higher.
Well, surely, Holland’s return has been the source of many excited chirps, and the fact that there is an angle with a new director at the helm and a possible storyline of some current Marvel cinematic universe crossovers will surely not have a lack of surprises for this next installment.
While we wait to hear official announcements from Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures, it’s obvious: the next Spider-Man adventure is shaping up to be something special. Holland’s confirmation re-excited it all and marked the beginning of the countdown for summer 2025. Whether Spider-Man goes up against Venom or battles Knull or crosses further into those corners of the multiverse, you are going to find action, excitement, and thrills galore.
