Tom Holland is not only one of the most influential young stars of his generation but is also an icon within the industry, especially after bringing Spider-Man to life in the new versions of the MCU, where he shared the screen with Zendaya.
Despite being constantly asked about his return to don the superhero suit at some point, the actor has stayed away from the cameras for a while. However, he is now back with a bang and has new projects on the way.
At the time, he chose to give his career the makeover it needed and followed in the footsteps of other figures, like Daniel Radcliffe, by fully venturing into theater with his play Romeo and Juliet. Here, check out his upcoming films…
What are Tom Holland’s next projects?
Beneath a Scarlet Sky
According to Screen Rant, Holland is set to star in Beneath a Scarlet Sky and will put the actor at the center of this true-life story (and 2017 historical novel of the same name by author Mark Sullivan) about Pino Lella, an Italian teenager during World War II.
The film will reunite the star with Spider-Man producer Amy Pascal, as it is a production of Pascal Pictures. The director responsible for the project is not yet known, but it has been confirmed that the plot is quite emotional, heartbreaking, and dramatic, presenting a new challenge for the actor.
Tom Holland attends Apple TV+’s “The Crowded Room” New York Premier. (Source: Michael Loccisano/Getty Images)
The story follows Pino, whose country has been taken over by fascist Mussolini and his Nazi allies. He joins the underground movement to help Jews escape to Switzerland but is later conscripted into the German army by his parents. When Pino is injured, he is assigned a role that provides a significant advantage as a member of the Italian resistance: serving as Adolf Hitler’s personal chauffeur.
Fred Astaire biopic
Fred Astaire will have his own biopic, and it will be Tom Holland who brings the actor, singer, and dancer to life. Sony will be the production company in charge of the title, and now that the young star has returned to the scene, it is estimated that the film will resume its development.
So far, only Tom has been confirmed, both in the cast and the overall team, as the project is in the pre-production phase. This will be the perfect time for him to showcase his dancing skills, bringing the icon to life.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Paul King (known for Paddington and Wonka) has been chosen to direct the yet-to-be-titled biographical film about the choreographer who shone during the golden age of cinema.
The story will follow the classic fiction that has marked history but in London’s West End. It is a new version, which will be directed by Jamie Lloyd, a British theater director known for his minimalist and expressionist style. The play will premiere at the Duke of York’s Theatre in London in May, and you can purchase tickets starting from February 13.
Uncharted 2
After the massive success of the film adaptation of Uncharted, it was expected that Sony would want to continue the story of the popular video game on the big screen, so its anticipated sequel was announced.
Mark Wahlberg and Tom Holland in Uncharted. (Source: IMDb)
Steven O’Dell, an executive at Sony Pictures, confirmed that the action, adventure and science fiction movie is already in development, so it could hit theaters in the coming years, with Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg returning.
The British actor will return to lead the plot in the role of Nathan Drake, while he is accompanied by his co-star, who brings Victor Sullivan to life. Mark himself assured that his character will be more faithful to the games.
Spider-Man 4
Of course, after watching “No Way Home”, it goes without saying that there will be new films on the way, bringing back the original actors. The fourth installment is scheduled for 2026, with filming taking place in the summer of 2025.
So far, he and Zendaya are the only confirmed cast members for Spider-Man 4. During an interview, the actor confirmed that they have read the scripts and that the movie will truly be more incredible than ever.
In an interview with Fandango, producer Amy Pascal revealed that No Way Home is not the last for the superhero; quite the opposite, as Sony is considering expanding the character’s story in Marvel.
“We think of this as three films, and now we’re going to go onto the next three. This is not the last of our MCU movies”, she confessed.
American Speed
“American Speed” is the upcoming dramatic film from Oscar-nominated Charles Roven, which will bring together two of the most talented young stars in the industry: Tom Holland and Austin Butler. And… they’ll be brothers!
The film is based on real events and follows the story of two Texan brothers, Dale and Bill Whittington, who used to be race car drivers. Both competed in Le Mans as well as multiple times in the Indy 500.
They were really popular, especially after being part of the 1980s scandal involving the International Motor Sports Association, where drivers funded their activities with drug trafficking profits.
Not much is known about the project yet, only that the actors are the only confirmed cast members as of September 2024, and that the producer behind it, along with Atlas Entertainment, is confirmed.
Untitled Christopher Nolan Universal Project
Christopher Nolan’s mysterious upcoming project, expected to be released on July 17, 2026, is poised to be another A-list picture from him. Not only has it called on Matt Damon to star,but it has also added Tom Holland to what is expected to be one of the most star-studded casts.
Not much is known about the film, except that it will be set in a time period that is not close to the present at all. Following Nolan’s very successful collaboration with Universal for “Oppenheimer”, the studio will once again produce and is already preparing for an IMAX release, as is customary for the director.
This will be the third time that the filmmaker and Damon collaborate, while it will be a first for Holland. Given that Nolan has a tendency to direct Oscar-nominated performances, fans of the “Spider-Man” actor are already buzzing with excitement about this possibility.
Avengers: Doomsday
After a long time without knowing what would happen to the future of the MCU following Jonathan Majors’ departure, The Kang Dynasty was finally released, and the story shifted to another villain: Victor von Doom.
“Avengers: Doomsday” will hit the big screen on May 1, 2026, and will star Robert Downey Jr., but not in the iconic Iron Man suit; this time, he will be the bad guy, Doom.
Robert Downey Jr. at an event for Avengers: Doomsday in 2024. (Source: IMDb)
Tom Holland is one of the many actors returning for the new installment, but he won’t be the only talented one, as there will be a highly anticipated crossover between the Avengers and the new Fantastic Four.
Therefore, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby and Joseph Quinn will also be present, as they are part of the main cast of the awaited continuation. Without a doubt, 2026 will be a great year for Marvel fans!
