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Spider news took an unexpected turn when Andrew Garfield revealed that he still has not seen Tom Holland’s “Spider-Man: Brand New Day.” The actor also once again insisted that he is not appearing in Marvel Studios’ upcoming “Avengers: Doomsday,” although his playful delivery left fans wondering whether the story is truly settled.
Garfield made the comments on Sept. 2 at the Los Angeles premiere of “The Uprising,” his historical action drama directed by Paul Greengrass. Speaking with Variety at the DGA Theater in West Hollywood, the actor said he did not want to congratulate Holland on the success of his latest film before seeing the performance for himself.
Andrew Garfield delivers a surprising Spider update
Garfield explained that he had not yet watched either “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” or Holland’s other major release, “The Odyssey.” He said he would send Holland a message after seeing the films, adding that he did not want to be “disingenuous” by commenting on work he had not experienced.
“A movie making money and people going to see it is an incredible thing,” Garfield said. However, he emphasized that he wanted to watch the film before reaching out personally to his former co-star.
The comments are notable because Garfield and Holland shared the screen in “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” which brought together three generations of live-action web-slingers. Garfield played Peter Parker in “The Amazing Spider-Man” and “The Amazing Spider-Man 2,” while Tobey Maguire reprised his version of the character in the same Marvel crossover.
Brand New Day continues its powerful box office run
Garfield said he was not surprised by the enormous response to Holland’s new “Spider-Man” movie. According to the figures cited in the Variety report, “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” has reached $891 million at the domestic box office and is expected to become the first film to pass $1 billion in North America alone.
Reflecting on the character’s broad appeal, Garfield described Spider-Man as someone who belongs to everyone. He said the hero is “decent,” “good,” “ordinary” and “extraordinary,” qualities that make it easy for audiences to recognize themselves in the character.
That universal connection has helped the franchise remain one of the most reliable properties in modern entertainment. Every new casting rumor, cameo possibility and box office milestone quickly becomes a major talking point among Marvel fans.
Garfield denies Avengers: Doomsday appearance
The actor was equally direct when asked about “Avengers: Doomsday.” Garfield said, “I’m not,” when questioned about a possible role in the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe film.
Still, his answer was accompanied by a smile. Garfield has faced similar questions before, particularly after he denied appearing in “Spider-Man: No Way Home” despite ultimately returning as Peter Parker. When reminded of that history, he responded that audiences would find out “one way or the other.”
That carefully playful response has kept the speculation alive. Although Garfield continues to deny involvement, Marvel’s reputation for surprise reveals means fans remain unwilling to dismiss the possibility entirely. For now, there is no confirmation that his version of Spider-Man will appear in “Avengers: Doomsday.”
The Uprising highlights Garfield’s physical transformation
While the Marvel questions dominated the premiere conversation, Garfield was also promoting “The Uprising,” which arrives in theaters on Sept. 10. In the film, he plays a fictional character who rises as a leader during a rebellion of thousands of commoners against King Richard II in 1831.
Director Paul Greengrass said Garfield performed most of his own stunt work during the film’s demanding fight scenes. Garfield acknowledged the physical challenge, joking that he is “not a young guy anymore” and that the production required plenty of ice packs for his knees.
The role marks another intense dramatic performance for Garfield, who has frequently moved between large-scale studio films and serious historical or character-driven projects. “The Uprising” is expected to place his athletic commitment and dramatic range at the center of the conversation.
What Garfield’s comments mean for Marvel fans
- Garfield has not yet watched “Spider-Man: Brand New Day.”
- He plans to contact Tom Holland after seeing the film.
- He denies appearing in “Avengers: Doomsday.”
- His previous misleading denial continues to fuel fan theories.
- “The Uprising” opens in theaters on Sept. 10.
For now, the biggest confirmed Spider-Man development is the continuing success of Holland’s film. Garfield’s comments add another layer of mystery to Marvel’s already secretive approach to casting, but fans will likely have to wait for an official announcement before knowing whether the actor will return.
Frequently asked questions
Has Andrew Garfield seen “Spider-Man: Brand New Day”?
No. Garfield said he had not seen the film yet and wanted to watch it before congratulating Tom Holland or commenting on his performance.
Is Andrew Garfield in “Avengers: Doomsday”?
Garfield insists that he is not part of the upcoming Marvel film. However, his playful response has continued to fuel speculation among fans.
How successful is “Spider-Man: Brand New Day”?
The film has reportedly earned $891 million at the domestic box office and is predicted to become the first movie to surpass $1 billion in North America.
When does “The Uprising” premiere?
“The Uprising,” starring Andrew Garfield and directed by Paul Greengrass, is scheduled to open in theaters on Sept. 10.
