Spider-Man 4 Release Date Slightly Pushed Back

The release of the next Tom Holland Spider-Man movie has been pushed back a week, now slated for July 31st, 2026, instead of July 24th, 2026. This scheduling adjustment likely aims to provide more separation from Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, which will now precede the Spider-Man film by two weeks instead of one. This extended gap offers both films better access to IMAX screens, a preference known to be held by director Christopher Nolan.

Following Avengers: Doomsday (May 1st, 2026), this fourth Spider-Man installment marks the next Marvel cinematic release. Destin Daniel Cretton (Shang-Chi) will direct, taking the reins after a shift in the Avengers film's director and storyline due to changes surrounding the Kang character. The Russo Brothers have returned to helm Avengers: Doomsday, with Robert Downey Jr. surprisingly cast as Doctor Doom.

This scheduling change creates a unique double feature opportunity, with The Odyssey and Spider-Man 4 playing in theaters just two weeks apart. For a comprehensive list of upcoming MCU projects, check out our complete guide. Prepare for the potential double-bill – perhaps the "Oddy-Man 4" or another clever combination will emerge to describe this exciting cinematic pairing.