Andrew Garfield is set to potentially return as Spider-Man in a 2027 Marvel project, sparking excitement among fans eager for his next appearance. After surprising audiences with his role in Spider-Man: No Way Home, Garfield has now suggested interest in joining the animated Spider-Verse franchise, signaling a possible comeback that could occur alongside other major Marvel events set for 2027.
Garfield’s Past Spider-Man Roles and Recent Career Moves
Andrew Garfield originally portrayed Spider-Man in The Amazing Spider-Man 2, and for years he kept his future as the web-slinger a secret despite rumors swirling around Spider-Man: No Way Home. When the film was released, it confirmed Garfield’s return as one of the three live-action Spider-Men alongside Tobey Maguire and Tom Holland, thrilling moviegoers. Since that point, Garfield has faced repeated questions about his next role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, especially around potentially joining large-scale projects like Avengers: Secret Wars or upcoming Spider-Man films. However, he has often avoided giving direct answers to control speculation.
During a recent MTV interview with Josh Horowitz, Garfield was asked about future superhero team-ups. He immediately expressed enthusiasm for the Spider-Verse movies created by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, subtly hinting at his desire to be involved in the franchise’s upcoming chapter.
“I really love the ‘Spider-Verse’ movies. I love [Phil Lord] and [Christopher Miller]. Just putting that out there.” – Andrew Garfield, Actor
Potential Role in the Animated Spider-Verse Trilogy’s Conclusion
The upcoming film Beyond the Spider-Verse, set to release on June 18, 2027, will conclude the animated trilogy centered on Miles Morales. This film arrives several months before the big Marvel crossover event Avengers: Secret Wars, scheduled for December 2027. Garfield’s cameo in the previous installment, Across the Spider-Verse, used archival footage from his earlier Spider-Man movies, which fueled hopes for a more prominent role in the next film.
While Garfield enthusiastically embraces the idea of joining the Spider-Verse, he has firmly ruled out appearing in the 2026 Marvel film Avengers: Doomsday, declaring, No, unequivically f***ing no, according to a GQ interview. His focus appears to be on projects where he can contribute meaningfully to the Spider-Man legacy rather than simply joining large ensemble casts.
Garfield also expressed admiration for fellow British actors and Marvel talent like Tom Hardy, praising Hardy’s role in Venom as “super fun.”
“Tom Hardy is obviously a really formidable actor, and what he’s done with ‘Venom’ is super fun.” – Andrew Garfield, Actor
Additionally, Garfield mentioned his respect for Hugh Jackman and the character Wolverine, teasing that he may be interested in crossovers involving other iconic Marvel characters beyond Spider-Man.
Summing up his openness to future projects, Garfield shared that he is “up for a good time,” indicating his willingness to join any Spider-Man narratives that feel right for his version of the hero.
Possible Appearances in Beyond the Spider-Verse
Previous Spider-Verse films have included live-action cameos, such as Donald Glover’s Prowler and Peggy Lu’s Mrs. Chen, hinting at a blend of animated and live-action elements. As Beyond the Spider-Verse wraps up the trilogy, expectations grow for an expanded scope featuring surprising Spider-Man encounters.
There remains uncertainty about whether Garfield, Tobey Maguire, or Tom Holland will appear in Beyond the Spider-Verse as their live-action selves. If they do return, their appearances might be brief cameos similar to previous one-off scenes. Alternatively, the film could introduce animated variants of these actors’ Spider-Men, voiced by themselves, allowing a larger role that could see them aiding main characters like Miles Morales and Gwen Stacy or possibly clashing with Miguel O’Hara.
The storyline may involve the team mistakenly venturing into alternate universes while attempting to save Miles from his dark Prowler alter ego, leading to intersecting paths with different versions of Spider-Man. This setup would create opportunities for Garfield’s character to engage with the animated world.
Looking Ahead: Garfield’s Role in the Future of Spider-Man
With major Marvel projects on the horizon, Andrew Garfield’s influence as a Spider-Man remains significant, especially as fans anticipate his next moves. His interest in the Spider-Verse series suggests a desire to remain actively involved in the evolving Spider-Man mythos while exploring new creative directions.
The possibility of seeing Garfield alongside other celebrated Spider-Men in an animated format would not only excite audiences but also deepen the shared universe Marvel continues to build. As the release dates for Beyond the Spider-Verse and Avengers: Secret Wars draw near, Garfield’s future as Spider-Man appears hopeful yet deliberately paced, leaving fans eagerly awaiting official announcements.
