Warning: SPOILERS for Spider-Man: No Way Home
Spider-Man: No Way Home is finally in theaters and has received monumentally positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. It is a spectacular cinematic experience filled with laughter, cheers, and tears. Now, many fans consider No Way Home one of the best Spider-Man movies.
Moviegoers will find that No Way Home concludes the Homecoming trilogy and opens doors to what's next for Spider-Man. However, given the shocking events, the film has left more questions about the character's future, and it has drastically changed the MCU as fans know it.
When Will Matt Murdock/Daredevil Return To The MCU?
In early December 2021, Kevin Feige confirmed Charlie Cox will reprise his role as Daredevil in the MCU. Although he never confirmed that Cox was appearing in No Way Home, the announcement and the timing seemed suspicious. Indeed, Matt Murdock makes his official entrance in the MCU, appearing as a consulting lawyer to Peter Parker.
Although Cox only had a cameo and did not suit up as the Man Without Fear, his appearance changes the game of what is to come in the MCU. However, it is unclear if his story from Netflix's fan theories of a rumored Daredevil revival on Disney+.
Will Peter Parker Ever Reunite With Everyone Close To Him?
The most shocking moment in No Way Home is when Doctor Strange wipes everyone's memories of Peter Parker as Spider-Man. However, in doing so, Peter's relationships with Ned Leeds, MJ, and Happy Hogan were expunged.
It is heartbreaking to watch, given that Peter Parker had to sacrifice his relationships to save the universe from multiverse catastrophes. Initially, Peter tried to reunite with them but ultimately decided it was best to relieve them of Spider-Man drama. Furthermore, both MJ and Ned are heading to MIT, which means they will leave New York for Boston, and Peter may not see them again. It is uncertain if Peter will ever try to rekindle his friendships, but this opens the door to future storylines.
Does Curing Spider-Man's Villains Bring More Trouble Regarding The Space-Time Continuum?
This question refers to the concept of time travel and its potential calamities, which were discussed in Loki discussed the multiverse in-depth, describing how so-called nexus events can unleash timeline instabilities.
Villains like Green Goblin and Doctor Octopus were destined to die so Spider-Man could evolve. However, with Tom Holland's Peter Parker curing the five villains in No Way Home, he might have changed the direction of an alternate universe for better or worse. Presumably, this interrupts the flow of the space-time continuum, which could bring about even more universes. Therefore, Peter's actions may do more harm than good to change the fate of the villains whose fates were sealed in previous Spider-Man films. Perhaps Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness will address more about the multiverse.
Is Spider-Man's Next Supervillain Venom?
Let There Be Carnage's mid-credits scene may still explain the situation in the MCU.
This mid-credits scene drops subtle hints about Venom's endeavors with Holland's Spider-Man. Venom may still play a bigger role in future films, but there are still some questions as to whether or not this formally introduces Venom into the MCU. It's a tricky questions because of the rights situation between Sony Pictures and Disney.
What Role, If Any, Will Tobey Maguire And Andrew Garfield's Spider-Men Play In The MCU?
No Way Home presented all three cinematic iterations of Spider-Man appearing together on-screen. It was a welcome and exciting moment to see Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield reappearing as Spider-Man and receiving a proper farewell. Of course, all three versions rank as some of the best Peter Parkers.
Although fans would love to see Maguire and Garfield as Spider-Man in a future film, the chances are slim. It's unclear if the Spider-Men were also affected by Doctor Strange's spell since they also learned about the MCU's Peter Parker. Anything could happen, but fans should keep their expectations low for another return appearance.
Has The Multiverse Truly Stabilized?
Doctor Strange said it best: The multiverse is an overly complex concept that has yet to be understood. Although Strange seems to have contained the multiverse and protected it from chaos, his spell may be only temporary.
The post-credits scene is the trailer for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, which will drastically change the MCU. Also, it shows that the multiverse storyline is far from over. That's unfortunate, because Peter made personal sacrifices that may prove useless in the long run.
Does Ned Have A Future In The Mystic Arts?
When Ned says that he has a family with magical background, he is not kidding. He proved Doctor Strange wrong by showing his ability to cast portals. Although Ned was not perfect with the mystic arts, he showed some potential that even Strange was impressed to witness.
These moments suggest Ned may have a future in the mystic arts, and the MCU could expand his story as more than just Spider-Man's sidekick and best friend. Many fans would love to see Ned receive an invitation from Doctor Strange, but no one can say what the MCU has in store for him.
Can Peter Parker Live A Life Without Any Social ?
With Aunt May dead and all his friends having forgotten who he is, Peter Parker is alone in the world. He made noble sacrifices to protect those closest to him, but in doing so, he appears to have lost his liveliness and innocence. The events of No Way Home show the costs of being a superhero.
Tragically, Holland's Peter now lacks social in the universe. This is an intriguing take on Spider-Man's future direction because he is more vulnerable than ever before. Even the Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield versions of the character had loved ones they could reach out to during their most vulnerable times. Therefore, being a superhero will not be easy for Holland's Peter, who faces a new low point in his life. It raises questions of how the events of the film will impact Peter in the future and whether new characters will arrive to help him start fresh.
Will Spider-Man Have Future Adventures With The Avengers?
Unfortunately, Doctor Strange's memory-erasing spell will affect the Avengers who once knew Peter Parker to be Spider-Man. However, all is not lost. The Avengers still know Spider-Man and fighting alongside him in Infinity War and Endgame. They just don't Peter Parker.
Therefore, there is some hope that Spider-Man still has a future with the Avengers. But it will be difficult now that Peter seeks to keep a low profile. Since he lost any communication with Happy Hogan and likely lost possession of Stark tech, he is essentially starting all over as the friendly neighborhood Spider-Man. This further means that the Avengers will have difficulty ing Spider-Man if they need him.
When Will Tom Holland's Spider-Man Appear Again?
It appears that Holland's Spider-Man does have more stories to tell that will extend beyond his high-school life. However, the situation is tricky given the rights situation between Sony Pictures and Disney. Even Amy Pascal retracted her previous comments about a new trilogy.
Therefore, it is unclear if Holland's Spider-Man will continue to play a part in the MCU or if the ending of No Way Home sets up his exit. Nevertheless, the events have opened up many angles, such as Peter's forgotten relationships and his potentially full-time heroism as Spider-Man. For now, fans will have to play the waiting game and hope it won't be long before they see him again.
