In the buildup to Spider-Man: Brand New Day's release, reports indicated that Zendaya's MJ would have a greatly reduced role in the movie. When the villainous "Mind-Hopper" targets MJ, Spider-Man convinces his old flame to accompany him to Frank Castle's booby-trapped hideout. Following the record-breaking success of Spider-Man: No Way Home, Spider-Man: Brand New Day begins a brand new chapter for Peter Parker and Spider-Man. Spider-Man: Brand New Day is directed by Destin Daniel Cretton and written by Chris McKenna & Erik Sommers. Spider-Man: Brand New Day is set to hit theaters on July 31, 2026.