Tobey Maguire returning in Spider-Man 4? Screenwriter Mattson Tomlin shares an update

Speculation about Tobey Maguire’s possible return as Peter Parker in a future Spider-Man 4 has grown stronger after Hollywood screenwriter Mattson Tomlin addressed the issue. More than two decades after Maguire’s debut in Sam Raimi’s 2002 Spider-Man, Tomlin’s remarks have reignited fans’ hopes of seeing the actor continue his story, especially following his appearance in Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021).

Mattson Tomlin comments sparked discussion among 'Spider-Man' fans about Tobey's return

Tomlin, who co-wrote The Batman: Part II, recently interacted with fans on social media about his interest in developing a film centered on an older Peter Parker. When asked about a potential Spider-Man 4, he said, “Honestly, right now my main interest in this respect would be to write a Spider-Man 4 where Tobey’s Spider-Man is juggling being a husband and a father.”

He further explained his vision by adding, “Spider-Man as a father is where I gravitate towards, given the last eight films,” pointing to how the character has evolved through different interpretations. His statements have sparked widespread discussion among fans eager to see Maguire’s version of the hero face new personal and heroic challenges.

Tomlin’s remarks also come amid curiosity stirred by his subtle social media hints. When asked whether there had been “any movement” on the project, he replied, “Slow and steady wins the race There won’t be anything to say about that for a long time (if ever!) because it involves a lot of people and politics and things going right that have nothing to do with me, but I haven’t gotten a ‘no’ yet!”

So far, neither Tobey Maguire nor the studios involved have confirmed any plans for a new Spider-Man installment. Nonetheless, conversations about extending Sam Raimi’s trilogy—or exploring a new story within the Spider-Man multiverse—continue to circulate among fans.

Meanwhile, Tom Holland is set to reprise his role in Marvel’s upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day, arriving on July 31, 2026, with Zendaya also returning. Holland has described the film as a “fresh start” for his version of Peter Parker after the events of No Way Home.

Tomlin, for his part, remains busy with The Batman: Part II, starring Robert Pattinson and scheduled for release in October 2027. Given these commitments, the timeline for any potential Maguire-led Spider-Man project remains uncertain.

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