What was supposed to be another action-packed day of filming turned into a frightening ordeal for Tom Holland.
The 29-year-old British actor was rushed to hospital on Friday after a stunt went wrong on the set of Spider-Man: Brand New Day at Leavesden Studios in Watford.
How the Accident Happened
Reports say Tom suffered a fall that caused him to hit his head, leaving him with a concussion.
The incident forced production of the £150 million Marvel blockbuster — his fourth outing as Spider-Man — to come to a sudden halt.
He was taken away by ambulance for treatment, and filming is now expected to remain on pause for several weeks while he recovers.
Family and Public Appearances
Tom’s father, Dominic Holland, spoke at a charity dinner in Mayfair on Sunday, confirming that his son would be out of action “for a while.”
Tom did make an appearance at the same event alongside his fiancée and co-star Zendaya, but it’s reported that he left early after not feeling well.
Official Statement from Emergency Services
The East of England Ambulance Service confirmed they were called to Leavesden Studios at 10:30 a.m. on Friday.
A spokesperson said:
“We were called to attend to a patient who had sustained an injury at Leavesden Studios in Watford.
An ambulance was sent to the scene, and the patient was transported to hospital for further care.”
Possible Impact on Spider-Man Release Date
The accident may cause fresh delays for Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
Earlier this year, the release was already pushed back to July 31, 2026.
With production now paused, that date could shift again.
Busy Schedule Beyond Spider-Man
Tom has a packed calendar. Alongside Zendaya, he’s also starring in The Odyssey, Christopher Nolan’s highly anticipated take on Homer’s epic.
Just last month, Zendaya was spotted supporting Tom during filming at Brookwood Cemetery in Surrey, where he was shooting an emotional Spider-Man scene at Aunt May’s grave.
The couple, who began dating after meeting on the set of Spider-Man: Homecoming in 2016, will share the screen for the fourth time in the new film.
Returning to the Suit
Earlier this summer, Tom was filming in Glasgow, where the city streets were transformed into New York.
Although the final cast hasn’t been officially announced, he’s expected to star alongside Stranger Things actress Sadie Sink, while Zendaya reprises her role as MJ.
Fan Reactions to the New Spider-Man Costume
Before the accident, Tom gave fans a sneak peek at his updated Spider-Man costume in a short teaser posted on social media.
The suit, featuring red and blue tones with a bold black spider emblem on his chest, sparked a wave of reactions online.
Some fans loved the look, calling it the “best suit yet,” while others debated the design details.
One fan commented, “Finally, this suit is what it should have been all along,” while another pointed out that the emblem seemed “a little low on the chest.”
The Legacy of the Spider-Man Role
Tom’s new suit joins a long line of costume evolutions that have marked his journey since Spider-Man: Homecoming in 2017.
Fans continue to compare his version of the superhero to past portrayals by Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield, keeping the debate alive about which Spider-Man reigns supreme.
What Comes Next
For now, all eyes are on Tom’s recovery. Marvel fans will be hoping the actor bounces back quickly so filming can resume.
In the meantime, his accident has reminded everyone just how physically demanding and risky these blockbuster stunts can be — even for a superhero.