Andrew Garfield has confirmed that The Amazing Spider-Man 3 will not be made, putting to rest long-standing hopes among fans since his Marvel return in Spider-Man: No Way Home in 2021. The actor clarified in a recent interview that despite renewed interest, the third installment is no longer happening.
Background on The Amazing Spider-Man 3’s Planned Release
The Amazing Spider-Man 3 was originally scheduled for release on June 10, 2016, with a fourth film tentatively planned for May 4, 2018. Director Marc Webb was set to return to helm the third movie, intending it to be the conclusion of his work on the series. The previous film, The Amazing Spider-Man 2, earned $716.9 million globally but faced mixed critical reviews. It also served as a launchpad for potential spinoffs, including a Sinister Six film, though these plans were complicated by the 2014 Sony hack.
Impact of Sony and Marvel Studios’ Agreement on the Franchise
The future of Garfield’s Spider-Man films changed dramatically after Sony Pictures and Marvel Studios reached a deal announced on February 9, 2015. This agreement led to Tom Holland taking over the role of Spider-Man within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Holland’s version has since starred in a trilogy and is currently working on his fourth film, Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Garfield’s Amazing Spider-Man 3 was canceled as a result of this collaboration.
Garfield’s MCU Return and Future Prospects
Although Garfield’s own trilogy was cut short, his 2021 role in Spider-Man: No Way Home allowed him to reunite with Tobey Maguire and Tom Holland, creating the highest-grossing film in The Multiverse Saga. This appearance left room for Garfield’s character to return to the MCU. However, he denied participating in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday movie, confirming neither he nor Maguire would reprise their roles, as revealed in his interview with GQ. Filming for Avengers: Doomsday, directed by Joe and Anthony Russo, finished on September 19, 2025.
Regarding the next Marvel project, Avengers: Secret Wars, Garfield stayed silent during an MTV interview on October 7, 2025, when asked about a potential Spider-Man role. The finale of The Multiverse Saga has yet to begin production, and while The Amazing Spider-Man 3 remains off the table, Garfield’s involvement with Marvel projects is still uncertain but not ruled out.
Main Cast of The Amazing Spider-Man Films
The lead role of Spider-Man was played by Andrew Garfield, supported by Chris Cooper as Norman Osborn among others. Their performances contributed to the unique tone of the franchise before its integration into the MCU.
“It’s not happening and I don’t believe it ever will, but sweet of you to want it to happen.”
– Andrew Garfield, Actor
