Tom Holland sustained a mild concussion on the set of Spider-Man: Brand New Day on Friday, prompting a temporary halt in filming. The incident was confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter on Sunday, September 21, 2025, and no other cast or crew members were harmed during the accident.
Overview of the Upcoming Spider-Man Film
Spider-Man: Brand New Day represents the fourth installment in the Spider-Man series, with a scheduled release in 2026. The previous movie, Spider-Man: No Way Home, which premiered in 2021, featured Tom Holland alongside his fiancée Zendaya, as well as Andrew Garfield, Tobey Maguire, and Marisa Tomei.
According to The Numbers, Spider-Man: No Way Home was Sony Pictures Entertainment’s top-grossing film, followed by Spider-Man: Far From Home. This highlights the franchise’s crucial role as a significant revenue source for Sony.
Returning Cast and New Additions
In the upcoming film, Holland will reprise his role as Spider-Man, with Zendaya returning as MJ. Stranger Things actress Sadie Sink joins the cast for the first time, while Mark Ruffalo will return as Bruce Banner.
Implications of the Injury and Next Steps
The mild concussion has led to a brief pause in production, though details on Holland’s recovery and how filming will resume remain forthcoming. Given the franchise’s importance to Sony, the studio is likely to prioritize Holland’s health to ensure the successful completion of the project.
