Marvel Extends Spider-Man Filming, Road Closures Across Glasgow

Marvel Studios has extended filming for the new Spider-Man movie, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, in Glasgow until August 26, 11 days longer than initially planned. The city center has been transformed to resemble New York, with streets like Bothwell Street, Glassford Street, and St Vincent Street featuring NYPD vehicles, yellow taxis, and thematic decorations. Tom Holland, reprising his role as Spider-Man, was spotted interacting with fans and filming stunt scenes. Filming is set to continue in the Merchant City area until August 18, pause briefly, then resume from August 21 to August 26, with road closures on several streets including South Frederick Street, Hutchison Street, and Cochrane Street to accommodate production. The movie, due for release in 2026, follows Peter Parker's efforts to balance university life with his superhero identity. This extended shoot has attracted thousands of fans eager to catch a glimpse of the action and marks a significant local event with substantial city-wide traffic adjustments.