With Spider-Man 4 in early development, fans are buzzing about potential plotlines. Here’s what insiders are saying about Tom Holland’s next adventure as the web-slinger!

What We Know So Far

After the blockbuster success of Spider-Man: No Way Home, Sony and Marvel are gearing up for Spider-Man 4. Tom Holland confirmed the film is in development, with filming expected to begin in 2025. While official details remain scarce, several rumors have emerged about the plot, characters, and tone of this highly anticipated sequel.

Rumored Plotlines

1. Peter Parker’s Darker Path
   Insiders suggest Spider-Man 4 will explore a grittier narrative. Following the events of No Way Home, Peter Parker is left without his closest allies or even a public identity. This film might delve into his struggle with loneliness and moral dilemmas, echoing the tone of Spider-Man 2.

2. New Villains Enter the Scene
   Rumor has it that Spider-Man 4 will introduce lesser-known villains from Marvel Comics, such as:

   • The Hobgoblin: Speculation is rife that Ned Leeds (Jacob Batalon) could return in a villainous arc.
   • The Kingpin: Vincent D’Onofrio’s Wilson Fisk, reintroduced in Hawkeye and Echo, may clash with Peter Parker, creating a connection with Daredevil.

3. A Daredevil Crossover?
   Speaking of Daredevil, Charlie Cox’s Matt Murdock is rumored to play a significant role. After their brief team-up in No Way Home, fans are eager to see a deeper partnership, possibly against Kingpin.

4. The Symbiote Saga Continues
   No Way Home teased a Venom storyline with a piece of the alien symbiote left behind in Peter’s universe. Could Spider-Man 4 explore Peter bonding with the symbiote before encountering Eddie Brock?

What Makes This Film Unique?

Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige hinted that Spider-Man 4 will feel like a “new beginning” for Peter Parker. Unlike previous entries, this film is expected to focus more on Peter’s personal struggles as an adult, grounded in realism and far removed from the multiverse chaos of No Way Home.

What Fans Want to See

While Marvel keeps most details under wraps, fans have been vocal about their wishes for the film. Top fan requests include:

• A stronger focus on Peter’s relationship with the city of New York.
• A realistic take on his struggle as a working-class hero.
• More depth to his interactions with side characters like MJ (Zendaya) or Gwen Stacy, if introduced.