Tom Holland says there's 'a whole plan' for Spider-Man successor: 'I'd love to set up next chapter'

Tom Holland said he wants to help mentor the next Spider-Man, whether it's Miles Morales, Spider-Gwen, or Spider-Woman, before stepping away
Tom Holland revealed plans are underway to replace Peter Parker in the 'Spider-Man' franchise as he looks ahead to its future (Eloisa Sanchez/Getty Images)
Tom Holland revealed plans are underway to replace Peter Parker in the 'Spider-Man' franchise as he looks ahead to its future (Eloisa Sanchez/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Tom Holland has revealed in a new interview that a plan is already underway for his replacement as Peter Parker in the 'Spider-Man' franchise.

The 30-year-old actor, whose new film 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' was released on July 30, appeared on the 'Happy Sad Confused' podcast, where he shared his excitement about the franchise's future and his succession plans. 

Tom Holland says Peter Parker is 'gonna change for sure'

“There’s a whole plan that we have been working on for, I would say, since we finished ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home,’” Holland told host Josh Horowitz.

LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 21: Tom Holland seen leaving his hotel dressed as Spider-Man to meet fans on June 21, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Neil Mockford/GC Images)
Tom Holland seen leaving his hotel dressed as Spider-Man to meet fans on June 21, 2019 in London, England (Neil Mockford/GC Images)

He also explained that the plan is laid out. "It’s gonna change for sure, but I have a really clear vision to the passing on of the baton, and I think it’s really exciting.”

Holland, however, did not clarify who would be the next Peter Parker.

Tom Holland praises 'Spider-Man' franchise's future

Elsewhere during the podcast, 'The Odyssey' star spoke positively about other 'Spider-Man' projects, noting, “I think what also has been so fun over these last few years is that there’s so many different Spider-Man mediums.”

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 14: Tom Holland attends
Tom Holland attends 'The Odyssey' New York Premiere at AMC Lincoln Square Theater on July 14, 2026 in New York City (Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

“We have Spider-Noir that came out a few weeks ago, we have my version, we have the stuff that Sony’s been doing, we have the animated movies that Sony makes, which are just the best Spider-Man movies that have ever been made, those animated movies. The heart in those movies is out of this world,” he explained.

Tom Holland wants to mentor successor

In an earlier interview with the Associated Press, the husband of Zendaya revealed that he has a “desire to bring Miles Morales to the screen” and to “shepherd the lucky young kid who gets that job.”

Earlier, while speaking with Empire, the BAFTA Award winner said he was ready to coach the next Spider-Man.

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA - JULY 01: Actor Tom Holland attends the press conference for 'Spider-Man: Far From Home' South Korea Premiere on July 01, 2019 in Seoul, South Korea. (Photo by Chung Sung-Jun/Getty Images)
Actor Tom Holland attends the press conference for 'Spider-Man: Far From Home' South Korea Premiere on July 01, 2019 in Seoul, South Korea (Chung Sung-Jun/Getty Images)

“For whoever’s next, whether that is a Miles Morales or a Spider-Gwen or a Spider-Woman or something like that, I would love to be a part of setting up the next chapter. Whatever that looks like, I don’t know. But if I could do what Downey did for me, then I would be so content swinging off into the sunset,” Holland added.

Andrew Garfield showers praise on Tom Holland

Meanwhile, Holland’s predecessor, Andrew Garfield, has shared a few flattering words about him.

Andrew Garfield attends the New York Special Screening Premiere of Vertical's
Andrew Garfield attends the New York Special Screening Premiere of Vertical's 'The Magic Faraway Tree' at Regal Union Square on July 29, 2026 in New York City (Michael Loccisano/Getty Images)

During the New York City screening of his film, 'The Magic Faraway Tree', on Wednesday, July 29, Garfield said, “I think Tom is an incredible actor playing that character, and I love him and support him, and just want the best for him. I love Tom.”

“I love Spider-Man; I always have loved Spider-Man since I was three years old,” the 42-year-old actor stated, before adding, “I’m very, very excited to see” the new movie, 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day'.

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