Tom Holland is preparing to take a break from acting following his demanding work on Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey and the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The actor spoke with GQ UK about the importance of pausing to recharge amid a packed career, making his Tom Holland acting break plans clear.
The Importance of Setting Boundaries in a Busy Career
Holland expressed gratitude for reaching a point in his profession where he can afford to take time off without pressure. He explained that it is impossible to feature in every movie and still deliver top-quality performances when exhausted.
I feel really blessed to be at a point in my career where I can take time off, reset, and come back ready to go. You can’t be in every movie, and you can’t do your best work when you’re burnt out,
—Tom Holland, Actor
He also emphasized learning the significance of maintaining boundaries to avoid overworking himself. Despite anticipating a heavy workload in the next year, he revealed plans to possibly slow down and rest in 2027.
What I’ve learnt is that it’s important to set boundaries – to be mindful about overworking. I’ve got a slightly busy year next year, and then I’ll probably take a bit more time off in 2027. We’ll see.
—Tom Holland, Actor
Current Projects and Upcoming Workline
Holland has recently finished shooting Nolan’s historical epic The Odyssey and is currently filming Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which will return to more traditional filming methods using real locations, a shift from the restrictions seen during the making of Spider-Man: No Way Home due to COVID-19. Both films are scheduled for release in July 2026.
Following those projects, Holland is expected to support them through press tours. However, the possibility of his involvement in future Marvel assignments remains open, especially considering Avengers: Secret Wars is on the horizon though his participation in that or subsequent Avengers films has not been confirmed publicly.
Looking Ahead: What This Means for Tom Holland’s Career
This decision to pause after an intensive period of work highlights Holland’s awareness of the toll constant filming can take and his commitment to long-term sustainability in his career. His potential hiatus in 2027 suggests that after completing essential roles and promotional commitments, he will focus on recovery and preparation for future projects. Fans and industry watchers will be watching closely to see how his choices shape the next phase of his career.
