Spider-Man 4: The Web-Slinger’s Next Move in the MCU

Marvel fans, it’s official—Spider-Man 4 is in the works. But before you start celebrating, there’s one big question: where does it fit into the ever-evolving MCU? With Tom Holland’s return expected and Kevin Feige confirming that plans are underway, speculation is running wild. Will Peter Parker swing back into the multiverse? Or is it time for a more grounded, street-level reboot?

Let’s break it down.

Is Spider-Man 4 Actually Happening?

Yes. But don’t hold your breath for a release date just yet.

Marvel and Sony are clearly invested in continuing Tom Holland’s Spider-Man journey, but the film is still in early development, with no confirmed plot details or release window. Holland himself has been vocal about returning only if the script delivers something fresh.

After the emotional gut punch of No Way Home, which left Peter Parker erased from everyone’s memory and starting over from scratch, his next move needs to be more than just another team-up or nostalgia trip.

Where Does It Fit in the MCU?

Spider-Man 4 arrives in the middle of MCU Phase 5 and 6, where the focus has been on multiversal madness, Kang’s rise, and intergalactic showdowns. But Spider-Man’s next film might take a very different approach—one that brings him back to his roots.

Here’s what could happen:

• A Street-Level Reset – With the MCU reintroducing Daredevil and Kingpin, we might see Peter Parker shift toward a grittier, street-level story, fighting crime in New York instead of dealing with world-ending threats.
• The Venom Connection – Sony’s Venom: The Last Dance is coming soon, and after the No Way Home post-credit scene teasing symbiote involvement, this could finally set up Spider-Man vs. Venom in the MCU.
• The Miles Morales Factor – The animated Spider-Verse films teased the existence of a live-action Miles Morales, so could we see him enter the MCU? A mentor-student dynamic between Peter and Miles would be a perfect way to push Holland’s Spider-Man into a new era.

What’s Next?

Marvel and Sony are taking their time, which suggests they want to get this one right.

The real question: will Spider-Man 4 lean into the Sinister Six, a Venom crossover, or a fully street-level reboot? With Marvel shifting focus back to grounded heroes like Daredevil, Spider-Man could finally reclaim his space as New York’s friendly neighborhood protector.

Whatever happens, one thing is certain—when Spider-Man swings back onto the big screen, the hype will be massive.

What do you think Spider-Man 4 should focus on? More multiverse action, a gritty street-level story, or something totally unexpected? Let’s hear it.

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