Tom Holland, the 29-year-old British actor beloved by fans for his portrayal of Spider-Man, is currently taking a brief break from filming the highly anticipated Marvel and Sony movie "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" after suffering a mild concussion during a stunt gone awry. The incident, which occurred on September 19, 2025, at Pinewood Studios near London, has momentarily halted production, but all signs point to a swift recovery and an on-schedule return to the set.
According to Deadline, Holland was executing a stunt on the Pinewood set when the accident took place. He was promptly taken to the hospital for examination, though he was not admitted and was released soon after. No other cast or crew members were injured during the mishap. Filming is expected to resume on September 29, 2025, and sources close to the production have emphasized that the brief pause will not impact the movie’s planned theatrical release on July 31, 2026.
The news of Holland’s injury spread quickly across entertainment outlets. ABC News confirmed that the actor is expected to return to work after a few days of rest. A production source told The Hollywood Reporter that Holland is "taking a break out of precaution," but all indications are that he should be back in the Spider-Man suit soon. Despite the setback, Holland was seen in good spirits the very next day, attending a charity event for The Brothers Trust at Christie’s auction house in London, accompanied by his fiancée Zendaya.
For Holland, this fourth go-round as Peter Parker is both familiar and refreshingly new. In a behind-the-scenes video released by Sony Pictures in August, he reflected on the experience: "It’s day one. My fourth-ever day one on 'Spider-Man.' It’s funny -- putting the suit on -- it feels different this time, somehow," Holland said. "It’s also the first time we ever had fans on set for day one, so it’s really exciting to share this with them. We’ve got some familiar faces on set. I’m just going to do my best, hopefully get it right, no pressure."
The cast for "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" is stacked with familiar and fresh faces. Zendaya returns as MJ, while newcomers Sadie Sink and Liza Colón-Zayas join in undisclosed roles. Mark Ruffalo is also expected to reprise his Marvel Cinematic Universe role as The Hulk, adding extra star power to the ensemble. The film is directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, best known for "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings," with Amy Pascal and Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige producing.
Holland’s enthusiasm for the new chapter is palpable. In an interview with Flip Your Wig in July, he described the production as "a breath of fresh air," especially after the COVID-19 pandemic restricted the previous film’s shooting locations. "Playing Spider-Man is like hanging out with an old pal," he said. "I think we were really restricted with what we could do in the last movie because of Covid. We shot the entire film on stages. Now, we’re really gonna lean into that old-school filmmaking and shoot in real locations, which is why we’re starting in Glasgow and we’re gonna use the streets of Glasgow to build this massive set-piece that we’re putting together. So it’s gonna feel like making Spider-Man 1 again."
Holland has also been candid about the pressure and excitement of reprising the role for a fourth time. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, he acknowledged, "There’s a bit of a stigma about the fourth one in all franchises. I feel like we hit a home run with our first franchise, and there’s a part of me that wants to walk away with my head held high and pass the baton to the next lucky kid that gets to bring this character to life." Still, he remains "over the moon" about being back, teasing that the "Brand New Day" storyline is "crazy" and "a little different to anything we’ve done before," as he told Good Morning America last October. "I think the fans are gonna really respond to it."
The Spider-Man franchise, co-produced by Sony and Disney’s Marvel Studios, has proven to be a box office juggernaut. According to Deadline, the three Holland-led films released since 2017 have grossed a staggering $3.93 billion worldwide. The most recent installment, "Spider-Man: No Way Home," shattered records, earning $2.05 billion and becoming Sony’s highest-grossing movie ever. Its December 2021 release was seen as a major moment for the film industry, drawing audiences back to theaters in droves as pandemic restrictions eased.
Production on "Brand New Day" has been underway since August 2025, with Holland sharing a production photo in the iconic Spider-Man costume. The film’s schedule includes shooting in real-world locations, notably the streets of Glasgow, which are being transformed into a massive set-piece for the movie. This approach marks a return to the franchise’s roots, something Holland and the creative team are clearly relishing.
Despite the recent hiccup, the mood on set remains optimistic. Sony’s decision to pause production for a week is seen as a prudent move, ensuring Holland’s health and safety while keeping the project on track. The studio’s meeting on September 22, 2025, was expected to confirm plans for resuming work, and all indications are that the cast and crew are eager to get back to business.
Fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe—and Spider-Man in particular—have much to look forward to. With a cast that blends old favorites and rising stars, a director with proven blockbuster chops, and a lead actor who’s as passionate as ever, "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" is shaping up to be one of 2026’s biggest cinematic events. As Holland himself put it, "We’ll just have to wait and see," but if history is any guide, Spider-Man’s next adventure will be well worth the anticipation.
For now, all eyes are on Holland’s recovery and the resumption of filming. If there’s anything fans and industry insiders have learned from the past decade of superhero blockbusters, it’s that a little adversity can’t keep Peter Parker—or Tom Holland—down for long.
