What to Watch Before Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Updated
Brand New Day picks up after No Way Home and the very different life that film leaves Peter Parker with. Jon Bernthal’s Punisher joins him, so the essentials are Tom Holland’s films plus a little of Frank Castle’s recent story.
8 titles · about 22h 23m · in the order we’d watch them
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Catch up before you watch Spider-Man: Brand New Day
- Released
- July 31, 2026
- Where to watch
- Rent or buy on Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango at Home
- This catch-up list
- 8 titles · about 22.4h
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The 8 titles to watch, in order
- 1
Captain America: Civil War
Why it mattersTom Holland’s Peter Parker debuts.
- 2
Spider-Man: Homecoming
Why it mattersPeter’s first solo film, Ned, MJ and the Vulture.
- 3
Avengers: Infinity War
Why it mattersPeter joins the Avengers’ fight against Thanos.
- 4
Avengers: Endgame
Why it mattersThe end of the Infinity Saga, which shapes Peter’s next two films.
- 5
Spider-Man: Far From Home
Why it mattersPeter after Endgame, and a cliffhanger that No Way Home picks up directly.
- 6
Spider-Man: No Way Home
Why it mattersBrand New Day starts where this film leaves Peter. The one must-watch.
- 7
Daredevil: Born Again: Season 1
Why it mattersOptional. Catches you up on Frank Castle before he crosses paths with Peter.
- 8
The Punisher: One Last Kill
Why it mattersOptional. The Punisher’s most recent solo story.
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day prep FAQ
What should I watch before Spider-Man: Brand New Day?
At minimum, Spider-Man: No Way Home. For the full picture, Tom Holland’s three earlier Spider-Man films plus Infinity War and Endgame.
Do I need to watch Daredevil: Born Again before Brand New Day?
No, but it helps with Jon Bernthal’s Punisher, who appears in the film.
Do I need the Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield films?
Only to appreciate No Way Home. Brand New Day itself doesn’t require them.
Where can I watch Spider-Man: Brand New Day?
It’s available to rent or buy digitally in the US. As a Sony release, streaming should follow later; see the film page for current options.