Tom Holland, the British actor who has become synonymous with the web-slinging superhero Spider-Man, suffered a mild concussion during the filming of "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" last Friday, September 19, 2025. The incident, which occurred during a stunt sequence on set at Leavesden Studios in Watford, England, has led to a temporary pause in production as Holland recovers. According to multiple reports, including Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, and IGN, Holland was taken by ambulance to a hospital after the accident, but was not admitted and is said to be recovering comfortably at home.
The accident happened during what sources described as a physically demanding stunt. Details about the exact nature of the stunt remain under wraps, but it was serious enough to warrant immediate medical attention. The East of England Ambulance Service confirmed to The Sun that they were called to the studios at 10:30 AM to attend to a patient who had sustained an injury. A spokesperson said, "An ambulance was sent to the scene, and the patient was transported to hospital for further care." No other cast or crew members were injured during the incident.
Despite the scare, Holland made a public appearance at a charity dinner for The Brothers Trust—a foundation he runs with his brothers—just hours after the injury. He was seen posing for photos with his father, Dominic Holland, and fiancée Zendaya, who reprises her role as MJ in the film. However, The Sun reported that Holland "left early after feeling ill." Doctors have since advised him to rest before returning to the physically demanding role of Spider-Man.
Studio executives from Sony Pictures and Marvel Studios convened shortly after the incident to determine the best course of action for the production. According to Variety and IGN, the decision was made to halt filming for one week as a precaution, rather than attempt to continue without their leading man. The pause is described by insiders as an "abundance of caution" rather than a major setback. Filming is now scheduled to resume on September 29, 2025.
Fans of the franchise can breathe a sigh of relief: the brief delay is not expected to impact the film's scheduled release date. "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" is still on track to hit theaters on July 31, 2026. Studio sources have been quick to reassure the public that both Holland's health and the production timeline are firmly under control. "The delay will not affect the planned theatrical release," a Sony insider told FlickDirect.
This fourth solo Spider-Man film starring Holland marks a new chapter for the beloved character. While Jon Watts directed the previous three installments, "Brand New Day" is helmed by Destin Daniel Cretton, best known for directing Marvel's "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings." Returning cast members include Zendaya as MJ, Jacob Batalon as Ned Leeds, and Michael Mando as Mac Gargan/Scorpion. New faces joining the ensemble are Sadie Sink, Liza Colón-Zayas, and Tramell Tillman, with Mark Ruffalo reprising his role as Bruce Banner/The Hulk and Jon Bernthal returning as the Punisher.
Filming for "Brand New Day" began in August 2025 in Glasgow, Scotland, before moving to Leavesden Studios near London. Set leaks and fan-shot videos have hinted at a return to practical web-swinging stunts, a nod to the franchise's roots and a departure from the heavy reliance on CGI seen in recent Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) films. Holland himself expressed excitement about returning to the role, telling Sony in a recent behind-the-scenes video, "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. It's also the first time we ever had fans on set 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."
Since first donning the Spider-Man suit in 2016's "Captain America: Civil War," Holland has become one of Sony's most bankable stars. The previous trilogy—"Homecoming," "Far From Home," and "No Way Home"—has grossed a staggering $3.93 billion worldwide, according to FlickDirect. The most recent entry, "Spider-Man: No Way Home," shattered box office records, earning $2.05 billion globally and boasting a $260.1 million domestic opening, the second-highest in North American history. The film's success was particularly notable as it drew massive audiences back to theaters in the wake of pandemic shutdowns.
"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" is a high-stakes collaboration between Sony Pictures and Disney's Marvel Studios, made possible by a unique rights-sharing arrangement. This partnership allows Holland's Spider-Man to appear in the MCU while also bringing major Marvel characters—like Robert Downey Jr.'s Iron Man and Benedict Cumberbatch's Doctor Strange—into Sony's Spider-Verse. Producers Amy Pascal and Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige are once again at the helm, promising fans an experience that honors the legacy of the character while breaking new ground.
Holland's injury, while alarming, is not unprecedented in the world of blockbuster filmmaking. Stunt work, especially in superhero films, carries inherent risks. The incident comes on the heels of another high-profile on-set injury, when former Superman star Henry Cavill suffered a leg injury while training for the "Highlander" reboot, causing delays in that production as well. Industry observers note that such pauses, though disruptive, are often necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of cast and crew.
As fans await further updates, the message from both studio executives and those close to Holland is clear: the actor is on the mend, the film remains on schedule, and the Spider-Man saga will swing forward as planned. The brief pause has only heightened anticipation for what promises to be one of the most eagerly awaited superhero films in years.
With Holland's enduring popularity, a powerhouse ensemble cast, and the creative vision of Destin Daniel Cretton, "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" is poised to continue the franchise's remarkable run. For now, all eyes are on September 29, when production is set to resume and Holland—rested and ready—returns to the role that has defined a cinematic era.
Sometimes, even superheroes need to take a breather. But if history is any guide, Tom Holland's Spider-Man will be back on his feet—and swinging through city skylines—sooner than you can say, "With great power comes great responsibility."
