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Spider-Man Succession Plans and Marvel Cancellations

Updated 2026-07-30 18:55 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Tom Holland is set to return as Spider-Man in 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day,' while plans are being made for his successor. Meanwhile, Marvel has canceled the series 'Wonder Man' after its first season on Disney+.

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Variety

The Next Spider-Man Actor: Tom Holland Has a ‘Clear Vision’ For His Successor and a ‘Whole Plan’ Is Already ‘Laid Out’

Tom Holland is swinging back into theaters this weekend as Peter Parker in “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” but a plan is already being laid out for his replacement. The actor has been vocal in past interviews about wanting to be directly involved in passing the baton to his Spider-Man succe

2026-07-30 18:38 UTC

Deadline

Samira Wiley & Mileiah Vega To Topline Indie ‘The Let Go’ From Kristen Wolf; Sophia Bush, Midori Francis, Brandon Flynn & Tovah Feldshuh Among Others Set

EXCLUSIVE: Emmy Award winner Samira Wiley (The Handmaid’s Tale) and up-and-comer Mileiah Vega (The Hand That Rocks the Cradle) have wrapped lead roles in The Let Go, a Colorado-shot, music-driven indie drama from writer-director Kristen Wolf. The Let Go follows Chick (Wiley), a resilient

2026-07-30 18:47 UTC

Deadline

‘Wonder Man’ Canceled After 1 Season At Disney+

Marvel has changed its mind about Wonder Man. Despite a previously announced Season 2 renewal, the series has officially been canceled at Disney+, Deadline has confirmed. Season 1 launched with all eight episodes on January 27. Marvel ordered a Season 2 in March with Yahya Abdul-Mateen II expected r

2026-07-30 18:48 UTC