The release of the next Tom Holland Spider-Man film has been pushed back a week, now slated for July 31st, 2026, instead of July 24th, 2026. This likely avoids a direct box office clash with Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey.
The revised release date provides a two-week gap between The Odyssey and the fourth Spider-Man movie, offering both films better access to IMAX screens—a preference well-known to Christopher Nolan. This is particularly beneficial given Tom Holland's starring role in both films.
Following Avengers: Doomsday (May 1st, 2026), this Spider-Man installment marks the next Marvel cinematic release. Destin Daniel Cretton (Shang-Chi) will direct, having previously been attached to the next Avengers film before storyline adjustments related to the Kang character. The Russo Brothers have now returned to helm Avengers: Doomsday, with Robert Downey Jr. surprisingly cast as Doctor Doom.
For a complete list of upcoming MCU projects, check here. Prepare for the potential double-feature phenomenon—a pairing of The Odyssey and Spider-Man 4, possibly dubbed the "Oddy-Man 4" by fans.
