Spider-Man: Brand New Day debuts with over 90% critics score
Tom Holland’s new film earned the Certified Fresh seal, with critics praising a more mature and personal Peter Parker story.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day reached 91% approval on Rotten Tomatoes based on 153 reviews counted at the time of reporting. The score may change as more reviews are added.
Critics praise Spider-Man’s new chapter
Early reviews highlight Peter Parker’s growth, Tom Holland’s performance and a story more focused on the hero’s personal conflicts. Following No Way Home, Peter lives alone in a world that no longer remembers him. Director Destin Daniel Cretton presents a more intimate chapter without abandoning large-scale action.
Tom Holland delivers a more mature performance
Reviews describe Holland’s Peter as more experienced, isolated and aware of the consequences of his choices. His emotional connection with Zendaya’s MJ is also cited as one of the film’s strengths.
The reception is not unanimous
Some critics considered the runtime excessive and felt the film develops too many ideas at once. At the time of publication, Metacritic listed a score of 69 out of 100 from 44 reviews, classified as generally favorable.
Release date and cast
Sony Pictures scheduled the United States theatrical release for July 31, 2026. The cast includes Tom Holland, Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Jacob Batalon, Jon Bernthal, Tramell Tillman, Michael Mando and Mark Ruffalo.