Disney's recent announcement regarding the delay of *Avengers: Doomsday* and *Avengers: Secret Wars* has significantly shifted the release calendar for fans eagerly awaiting the return of Earth's mightiest heroes. *Avengers: Doomsday* is now slated to hit theaters on December 18, 2026, a full seven months later than originally planned. Following closely, *Avengers: Secret Wars* will premiere on December 17, 2027. Amidst these shifts, the spotlight has also turned to Spider-Man, with fans buzzing about Tom Holland's next outing as Peter Parker.
*Spider-Man: Brand New Day*, set to release on July 31, 2026, continues Peter's journey post-*No Way Home*, where his identity was wiped from public memory. This film was initially positioned between the two Avengers movies, but with the delays, it now arrives before *Doomsday*. This change has sparked discussions among fans about the narrative direction of *Brand New Day*, with many hoping for a more grounded story set in the streets of New York, rather than another multiversal adventure.
Prior to the delay, *Spider-Man: Brand New Day* was sandwiched between the two Avengers films, potentially tying into larger multiversal events. However, with its new release date, fans speculate that the film might now focus on a more localized, street-level plot, giving Peter Parker's story some much-needed breathing room.
The previous timeline would have seen *Avengers: Doomsday* possibly ending on a cliffhanger, similar to *Avengers: Infinity War*, setting up expectations for a follow-up. In this scenario, *Spider-Man: Brand New Day* would have had to navigate the aftermath or set up its own timeline. With the new release schedule, fans are excited about the potential for a standalone Spider-Man adventure.
"That completely changes things for Spider-Man 4," one fan remarked on Reddit, highlighting the shift in expectations due to the delay. Another fan noted, "If Spider-Man: Brand New Day isn't [also] delayed, I think that basically would confirm it isn't a multiverse battle world movie," referencing the holding location in the comics during the original *Secret Wars* storyline.
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Many Spider-Man enthusiasts are thrilled at the prospect of seeing Peter Parker back in action in his own story, swinging through New York City. For these fans, Disney's delay is seen as a positive development, allowing for a more focused narrative.
"This is the best Spider-Man 4 news we've gotten," one fan expressed. Another added, "With [Brand New Day] coming before Doomsday, this fully allows a grounded story, which lines up with the rumors and casting lately," hinting at recent online speculations about the film's direction and cast.
Liza Colón-Zayas, known for her role in FX's *The Bear*, has reportedly joined the cast of *Brand New Day*. Fans speculate she might portray the mother of Miles Morales, hinting at the potential inclusion of this popular alternate Spider-Man character from Sony's *Spider-Verse* animated series.
In addition to these changes, Disney has removed an untitled Marvel project from its schedule, previously set for February 13, 2026. Speculation points to this being the long-delayed *Blade* reboot starring Mahershala Ali, which might now be excluded from the current MCU saga if it ever comes to fruition.
Other Marvel film dates for November 6, 2026, and November 5, 2027, have been updated to "Untitled Disney" films, suggesting a lighter MCU movie schedule in the coming years. The remainder of 2025 will feature *The Fantastic Four: First Steps* on the big screen in July, while *Ironheart* and *Wonder-Man* are set to debut on Disney+.
Looking ahead to next year, Disney+ will host the second season of *Daredevil Born Again* (expected in the spring), a *Punisher* one-off special, and *Vision Quest*, a Paul Bettany-led series that has recently begun filming.
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