Washington DC, June 21 -- The much-awaited next chapter in the Spider-Man franchise has now a new face from the Marvel world. Actor Jon Bernthal, known for playing the Punisher, will join Tom Holland in the upcoming movie Spider-Man: Brand New Day, reported The Hollywood Reporter.

The film, directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, is expected to begin filming in England this summer. It is set to release on July 31, 2026. While many details about the plot are still under wraps, fans are excited to see Bernthal's gritty character brought to the big screen.

Bernthal played Frank Castle, also known as the Punisher, in Marvel's Daredevil series on Netflix and later starred in his own show. His version of the Punisher is known for taking on crimina...