Tom Holland is back at it again with Spider-Man Brand New Day and is bringing not so friendly people or should I say super heroes with him, in his next film. We have heard many reports from insiders that certain powerhouse super heroes would be in Brand New Day, and now we have the confirmation via The Hollywood Reporter. According to a recent report from THR, Mark Ruffalo is set to reprise his role as Bruce Banner, aka the Hulk, alongside Tom Holland’s Spider-Man in the upcoming Sony/Marvel sequel. Joining them is Michael Mando, returning as the sinister Scorpion, and Jon Bernthal as the Punisher. Here’s everything we know about this highly anticipated film, set to hit theaters on July 31, 2026.
What’s Happening with Spider-Man: Brand New Day?
- Mark Ruffalo’s Hulk Returns: After stealing scenes in The Avengers (2012) and Thor: Ragnarok (2017), Mark Ruffalo is back as Bruce Banner. Sources confirm his role will be significant, not just a cameo. This marks Ruffalo’s first big-screen MCU appearance since Avengers: Endgame (2019), following his stint in the Disney+ series She-Hulk: Attorney at Law. Fans are eager to see how the science-savvy Banner interacts with Peter Parker, given their shared knack for brains and bravery.
- Michael Mando as Scorpion: Michael Mando, known for his intense performance in Better Call Saul, will reprise his role as Mac Gargan, aka Scorpion, from Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017). His brief but memorable appearance in the 2017 film hinted at a larger role, and now it seems Scorpion is ready to sting in a big way. Could he be the main villain, or is a larger threat pulling the strings?
- Jon Bernthal’s Punisher Joins the Fray: Adding grit to the mix, Jon Bernthal will bring his fan-favorite portrayal of Frank Castle, the Punisher, to the big screen for the first time in the MCU. Last seen in Daredevil: Born Again on Disney+, Bernthal’s return promises a darker, street-level edge to the film.
- Destin Daniel Cretton Directs: The film is helmed by Destin Daniel Cretton, known for Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. With a script by Spider-Man veterans Chris McKenna and Erik Sommers, expect a blend of heart, humor, and high-stakes action. The plot remains tightly under wraps, but insiders hint at a classic Marvel team-up where Spider-Man, Hulk, and Punisher might clash before uniting against a common foe.
- A Street-Level Focus with Big Names: Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige has teased that Brand New Day will bring Peter Parker back to his New York roots, focusing on grounded, street-level heroics. Yet, the inclusion of heavyweights like Hulk and Punisher suggests a story that balances will rise the stakes making it a not so friendly neighborhood where all three of these monsters clash. Zendaya and Jacob Batalon are also confirmed to return as MJ and Ned, alongside new faces like Sadie Sink and Liza Colón-Zayas.
Final Thoughts
Tom Holland is the MCU’s Spider-Man and it really does look like he won’t be retiring his webs for at least years to come. With Spider-Man: Brand New Day packing this such of a stacked roster, it will be hard trying to convince anyone not to see this Spidey adventure, especially with Jon Bernthal’s Punisher. We can all see how it goes down in New York, on July 31, 2026.
