Spider-Man fans advocate for male love interest in film

Tom Holland's Spider-Man fans are eager for a new love interest in the upcoming film. With Spider-Man 4 set to hit theaters on July 31, 2026, many believe it's time for Peter Parker to explore a fresh romantic storyline. The last movie, Spider-Man: No Way Home, concluded on a dramatic note. Peter Parker lost everything after facing different versions of himself and sacrificing his identity to save the world. This new beginning makes fans think it's a good moment for a change in his love life. Discussions have intensified on social media, with one tweet urging, “Give him a boyfriend.” This tweet gained over 200,000 likes, sparking ideas of a queer storyline for Peter. Fans remember former Spider-Man actor Andrew Garfield's 2013 comments about the possibility of Peter being attracted to men. Some have even suggested a gender-swapped character named "Glen Stacy." While there is no official word yet about a new love interest, there are rumors. Some speculate that Web-Weaver, a gay Spider-Man from the comics, might be introduced. Insiders, however, suggest that Zendaya's MJ will still be part of the story. The plot details of Spider-Man 4 are still limited. Peter Parker will deal with the fallout of his friends not remembering him. Producer Amy Pascal stated that the film will focus on Peter's choice to leave his personal life behind to fully embody his superhero role. Despite multiverse elements, Spider-Man 4 is expected to remain within the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s primary timeline, known as "Earth-616."