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Tom Holland Takes Short Break From 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' as Stunt Double Shoots Villain Fights

Production continues with Jackie Chan’s stunt team shaping grounded set pieces.

Overview

  • Reports say Holland has temporarily stepped away after the Glasgow schedule, with his stunt/body double filming action that includes a Scorpion encounter and other unidentified foes.
  • Jackie Chan confirmed his Jackie Chan Stunt Team is working on the film’s action and that he visited the set in London to watch rehearsals.
  • Multiple scoopers report Jon Bernthal’s Frank Castle is expected to have the largest supporting role, which remains unconfirmed by the studios.
  • Fan and industry chatter links Holland’s brief pause to possible Avengers: Doomsday work, but no outlet has verified his involvement.
  • Destin Daniel Cretton is emphasizing street-level, practical stunt work as filming moves through UK locations, with release set for July 31, 2026.