Introduction to the Incident
Tom Holland, the actor known for his role as Peter Parker in the Spider-Man franchise, was recently admitted to the hospital after a stunt went wrong on the set of the upcoming film, Spider-Man: Brand New Day. This incident occurred on a Friday at the Blätter Studios in Watford, England, where the production of the highly anticipated Marvel Sony blockbuster is underway.
Details of the Incident
Holland reportedly suffered a slight concussion after hitting his head in a fall. The 29-year-old actor was taken to the hospital by ambulance, where he was treated and later released. Initial reports indicated that no one else was injured, although it was later revealed that a stuntwoman was also taken to the hospital following the incident.
Impact on Production
Production on Spider-Man: Brand New Day has been suspended while Sony Pictures and Marvel Studios evaluate the situation. According to English newspapers, a meeting is planned to decide how production should proceed, allowing the health and safety manager to investigate the incident.
How Long Will Tom Holland Be Injured?
British outlets have noted that Holland’s father, comedian Dominic Holland, confirmed at a charity dinner in Mayfair that his son would not be keeping a low profile "for a while." Tom Holland himself attended the dinner alongside co-star and fiancée Zendaya, even posing for photos before leaving early due to reportedly feeling unwell.
Significance of the Film
Injuries are never welcome, especially for a project as significant as this. Spider-Man: Brand New Day is a crucial film for Sony, given the success of its predecessor, Spider-Man: No Way Home, which grossed $1.91 billion worldwide. The film is also important for Marvel Studios, as it is the only feature release before Avengers: Doomsday arrives in December 2026.
Production Team and Cast
While Jon Watts directed Holland’s previous three Spider-Man films, this latest entry is being helmed by Destin Daniel Cretton, known for directing Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. The cast includes other notable Marvel figures like Mark Ruffalo (Bruce Banner/the Hulk) and Jon Bernthal (Frank Castle/The Punisher), with Zendaya and Jacob Batalon returning to the franchise. Newcomers to the cast include Sadie Sink (from Stranger Things) and Tramell Tillman (from Severance), while Michael Mando reprises his role as the Scorpion from 2017’s Spider-Man: Homecoming.
Current Status and Future Plans
At present, production remains on hold, and it is expected that Holland will take several days to recover. The studio has not indicated whether the planned release date of July 31, 2026, will be affected. Fans are advised to stay updated through collider for the latest news and updates on Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
Film Details
- Release Date: July 31, 2026
- Director: Destin Daniel Cretton
- Writers: Chris McKenna, Erik Sommers, Steve Ditko, Stan Lee
- Franchise(s): Marvel Cinematic Universe, Spider-Man
