Tom Holland Returns as Peter Parker in First Spider Man Brand New Day Trailer

Marvel Studios releases the first Spider Man Brand New Day trailer. Tom Holland returns as Peter Parker to face Jon Bernthal as The Punisher on July 31, 2026.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 18, 2026, 8:09 AM EDT

Source: Indie Wire

A Fresh Start for the Neighborhood Hero

The trailer for "Spider Man Brand New Day" establishes a starkly different tone for the franchise, emphasizing Peter Parker’s status as a forgotten figure following the memory wipe spell seen in his previous adventure. Now operating without the support of his friends MJ or Ned, Parker is depicted rededicating his life to street level vigilantism. The narrative jump of four years allows the film to function as a soft reboot, a move mirrored by the 2008 Marvel comic book series of the same name which inspired the title.

The Punisher Makes His Cinematic Debut

The most significant reveal in the footage is the arrival of Frank Castle, also known as The Punisher, played by Jon Bernthal. While Bernthal previously portrayed the character in the Netflix "Daredevil" and "The Punisher" series, this marks his first appearance in a major Marvel Studios feature film. The trailer suggests a high tension conflict between the two vigilantes, as Spider Man’s moral code clashes with Castle’s lethal methods. This confrontation serves as the central hook for the sequel’s more grounded, gritty atmosphere.

An Expanded Cast of Villains and Allies

Beyond the headline conflict with The Punisher, the trailer confirms several returning and new faces for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Michael Mando reprises his role as Mac Gargan, also known as Scorpion, while Marvin Jones III joins the cast as the primary antagonist Tombstone. On the side of the Avengers, Mark Ruffalo’s Bruce Banner appears in the footage, suggesting that while the world has forgotten Peter Parker, Spider Man still has allies within the superhero community. Supporting roles will be filled by Sadie Sink, Liza Colón Zayas, and Tramell Tillman.