Jon Bernthal’s Punisher Joins Spider-Man: Brand New Day for 2026 Release

Jon Bernthal will reprise his role as the Punisher in the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day, marking the first live-action team-up between the Punisher and Tom Holland's Spider-Man. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, the film is scheduled for release on July 31, 2026, and may feature a darker tone due to Bernthal's gritty portrayal of the Punisher. The casting also includes Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, and Sadie Sink in a significant, yet undisclosed role, while rumors suggest possible appearances by Daredevil and Kingpin. Bernthal and Holland share a long-standing professional bond, having helped each other prepare for their original auditions, creating a notable full-circle moment for Marvel fans. The film is expected to continue from the events of Spider-Man: No Way Home, with new villains Scorpion, Boomerang, and Tombstone rumored to appear. The movie will begin filming in England in the summer of 2025 and aims to offer a fresh start to the Spider-Man storyline within the MCU/Sony collaboration.