Spider-Man 4 to Complete MCU’s Fourth Quadrilogy as Marvel Revisits Its Most Reliable Heroes
Marvel Studios is officially in production on the fourth movie of one of its most iconic franchises, and it’s about to make cinematic history. Spider-Man: Brand New Day, slated for release on July 31, 2026, will complete the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s fourth-ever quadrilogy, marking a major milestone for both Marvel and Tom Holland.
After Spider-Man: No Way Home shattered box office records in 2021, fans have waited nearly five years to see Holland return as Peter Parker. Now, with Brand New Day, Marvel aims to close one chapter and open another, setting the tone for a darker, more mature Spider-Man story in Phase 6.
What Makes Spider-Man 4 So Historic for Marvel?
With the 2026 release, Spider-Man will join a rare club of MCU franchises to hit four solo entries — following Thor, Captain America, and The Avengers. Even beyond the MCU, only a handful of superheroes, like Christopher Reeve’s Superman and Michael Keaton’s Batman, have ever achieved a quadrilogy run.
Originally, Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man 4 was planned for 2011 under Sam Raimi’s direction, but it was scrapped in favor of The Amazing Spider-Man reboot. Now, after 15 years of fan anticipation, Holland will finally deliver what Maguire never could: the completion of a Spider-Man quadrilogy.
Every MCU Quadrilogy Explained
The Avengers became Marvel’s first completed quadrilogy in 2019 with Endgame, closing the Infinity Saga and setting up the next generation of heroes. Its upcoming sequels — Avengers: Doomsday (2026) and Secret Wars (2027) — will make it the MCU’s first-ever six-film franchise.
Thor followed in 2022 with Love and Thunder, though reactions were mixed. Rumors suggest Thor 5 is in early development, with Chris Hemsworth returning under a new director, hinting at a more grounded tone after Taika Waititi’s comedic experiment.
Captain America technically joined the list with Brave New World, although it marks a new era with Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson now carrying the shield.
What to Expect From Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Unlike the “Home” trilogy, Brand New Day will reportedly take a darker approach, exploring Peter Parker’s isolated life after erasing his identity in No Way Home. Tom Holland’s return will make him one of only three actors in superhero history to headline four solo films, joining Reeve and Hemsworth.
As the MCU looks to recover its box office dominance, Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Avengers: Doomsday are set to redefine its next era — balancing nostalgia with a much-needed creative reset.
