The Spider-Man universe might be getting bigger than anyone expected. New reports suggest that Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures are not done with Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield’s versions of the web-slinger. According to inside sources, both actors will appear in Avengers: Secret Wars and could stick around for two more projects after that.
This news comes as a surprise to many fans who thought Avengers: Secret Wars would be the final goodbye for these beloved characters. The film, set for release on December 17, 2027, is supposed to wrap up the Multiverse Saga that Marvel has been building since 2021. But it looks like the studio has other plans.
Insider Claims Two More Projects Are Already in the Works
The rumors started when a well-known industry insider named MyTimeToShineHello posted on X (formerly Twitter) that Maguire and Garfield’s Spider-Men “will not end in Secret Wars as there are already plans for them to return in two more projects”. This means fans could see these actors playing Spider-Man well into the next phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The insider did not specify whether these two projects would be solo movies featuring each actor or team-up films. This leaves room for many possibilities. Some fans think Marvel might finally make Spider-Man 4 with Tobey Maguire, directed by Sam Raimi. Others believe Andrew Garfield could get another solo outing as his version of Peter Parker.
MyTimeToShineHello also shared other details about Avengers: Secret Wars. According to the insider, Garfield’s Spider-Man “will get to fight an alien” in the movie. The report also says that Maguire and Garfield “will both return in Avengers Secret Wars but this time they’ll be separated”. This would be very different from Spider-Man: No Way Home, where all three Spider-Men shared lots of screen time together.
What We Know About Avengers: Secret Wars So Far
Avengers: Secret Wars is one of the most anticipated movies in Marvel history. The Russo Brothers, who directed Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame, will return to direct this film. Robert Downey Jr. will play Doctor Doom, which is a major casting choice that has everyone talking.
The movie is the final part of Phase Six and will end the Multiverse Saga. Marvel has not officially confirmed Maguire and Garfield’s involvement yet. But given how much the studio loves to keep secrets, this silence does not mean much.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day arrives in theaters on July 31, 2026. That film will feature Tom Holland as Peter Parker. Avengers: Doomsday follows on December 18, 2026. Tobey Maguire is reportedly appearing in the opening scenes of Avengers: Doomsday. Tom Holland’s Spider-Man is expected to sit out that movie.
Andrew Garfield’s Playful Responses Fuel Speculation
Andrew Garfield has been very careful with his words when asked about returning as Spider-Man. He has flat out denied being in Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Avengers: Doomsday. He once told reporters, “No, unequivocally f—ing no” when asked about those projects.
But his answers change when the topic is Avengers: Secret Wars. During an MTV interview, Garfield teased fans by saying, “See, what it is, is this a tell? Or what is it? You’ll find out!”. He also joked in an interview with Heart Radio that fans will probably still ask him about Spider-Man when he turns 90.
This kind of playful response is very similar to how he acted before Spider-Man: No Way Home. Back then, he spent months denying his involvement, only to show up in the movie. Many fans believe he is doing the same thing now.
Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man Could Get a New Suit
Another interesting detail has come out about Tobey Maguire’s return. Daniel Richtman, another insider, reported that Maguire filmed his Avengers: Doomsday scenes in motion capture because Marvel was working on a new suit for him but did not finish it in time. The new suit is reportedly not the Iron Spider suit but an upgraded version of his original costume.
This suggests that Maguire’s Spider-Man will have a significant role in the movie, not just a quick cameo. The fact that Marvel is designing a new suit for him also hints that they plan to use this character more than once.
Fan Reactions Across Social Media
Fans have been sharing their thoughts all over social media. Many are excited about the possibility of seeing Maguire and Garfield return. Some are cautious because these are still just rumors.
One fan on X wrote, “Tobey and Andrew coming back after Secret Wars would be the best news ever. Marvel knows what the fans want.” Another person commented, “I’ll believe it when I see an official announcement. Marvel has tricked us before.”
Some fans are worried that bringing back these characters too often might take away from what made them special in the first place. A Reddit user said, “I love Tobey and Andrew as Spider-Man, but their returns need to feel meaningful. Not just fan service.”
Others are already thinking about what these two projects could be. Many want to see a live-action Spider-Verse movie with all three Spider-Men. Some are hoping for The Amazing Spider-Man 3 with Andrew Garfield.
The Success of No Way Home Made This Possible
Spider-Man: No Way Home was a massive hit in 2021. The movie brought together three generations of Spider-Man actors for the first time. Fans loved seeing Maguire and Garfield back on screen. The film made over $1.9 billion at the worldwide box office.
That success showed Marvel and Sony that there is huge demand for these characters. It would be surprising if the studios did not try to make more projects with Maguire and Garfield. The reaction to No Way Home proved that nostalgia sells, and these actors still have a lot of fans.
Hugh Jackman recently said he would play Wolverine until he is 90. This shows that even older actors are open to returning to their famous roles. If Jackman can keep playing Wolverine, there is no reason Maguire and Garfield cannot keep playing Spider-Man.
What These Rumors Mean for the Future
If these reports are true, Marvel is planning a very busy future for Spider-Man on the big screen. Tom Holland will continue as the main MCU Spider-Man. Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield will have their own projects. And Miles Morales might also join the MCU soon.
Tom Holland recently said the studio is “working towards” bringing Miles Morales into the MCU. This means there could be four different Spider-Man actors in the Marvel universe at the same time. That would be something never seen before in live-action superhero movies.
Alex Perez from The Cosmic Circus shared a list of movies that might come after Secret Wars. These include Black Panther 3, Shang-Chi 2, Spider-Man 5, an X-Men reboot, a Thunderbolts* sequel, Blade, Midnight Sons, and the next Avengers movie. The two projects featuring Maguire and Garfield could fit anywhere in this lineup.
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No Official Confirmation Yet
It is important to remember that none of this has been officially confirmed by Marvel Studios or Sony Pictures. Both companies are known for keeping their plans secret. They often let rumors spread without commenting on them.
The insiders who shared this information, like MyTimeToShineHello and Daniel Richtman, have been right about many things in the past. But they have also been wrong sometimes. Fans should take these reports with some caution until Marvel makes an official announcement.
Avengers: Secret Wars is still over a year away. A lot can change between now and then. Movies get rewritten, actors’ schedules change, and studio plans shift. But the fact that multiple sources are reporting the same thing makes this rumor worth paying attention to.
For now, fans can look forward to Spider-Man: Brand New Day on July 31, 2026, and Avengers: Doomsday on December 18, 2026. These movies will likely set up the events of Secret Wars. If Maguire and Garfield do appear in Secret Wars and beyond, Marvel will probably start dropping hints in these upcoming films.
The Spider-Man legacy continues to grow. Whether these rumors turn out to be true or not, one thing is certain: fans love seeing Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield in the red and blue suit. And Marvel knows it.
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