Martin Starr Gives Frustrating Response to ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Return Question

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Martin Starr simply stated that he didn’t know if his character, Mr. Harrington, would be in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Mr. Roger Harrington is Peter Parker’s science teacher at Midtown School of Science and Technology, and he added some humor to the first Spider-Man trilogy in the MCU with Tom Holland. He was the student chaperone during the memorable Washington Monument scene in Spider-Man: Homecoming, where Spider-Man rescued his students from a broken elevator.

Mr. Harrington was also important in Spider-Man: Far from Home during the school trip to Europe, revealing to Peter that his wife left him for another man after Thanos’ snap. Spider-Man: No Way Home marked the last appearance of Mr. Harrington. Although his part in that movie was small, Harrington consistently showed great respect for Peter, both as a person and as Spider-Man.

During a recent, exclusive chat with TopMob to discuss Tulsa King Season 3, Martin Starr was questioned about whether Mr. Harrington would reappear in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The actor remained deliberately vague, explaining that he is “not allowed” to disclose any information.

TopMob: “I’d like to quickly ask Martin a question that’s come up from Marvel fans. They’re wondering if there’s a chance we might see Mr. Harrington, a popular character, make an appearance in Spider-Man: Brand New Day?”

Martin Starr: “I’m not allowed… I’m not at liberty to say.”

What Starr said about possibly being in Spider-Man: Brand New Day could be a strong hint. If he’s honest about Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures stopping him from saying whether he’ll be in the fourth Spider-Man movie, it probably means he will be involved.

Film studios generally won’t ask an actor to sign a non-disclosure agreement preventing them from discussing a project if the actor isn’t actually working on it. Therefore, if Starr is restricted from commenting on his possible role in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, that might suggest he is involved.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day is actively being made. Tom Holland will return as Spider-Man, the popular hero from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and the film will also feature both new and returning characters. Currently, there are 13 actors confirmed or expected to appear in Brand New Day, including Mark Ruffalo, Jon Bernthal, Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Jacob Batalon, and Michael Mando. The movie is scheduled to be released in theaters on July 31, 2026.

How Mr. Harrington Could Fit in Spider-Man: Brand New Day’s Plot (Theory)

If Martin Starr reprises his role in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, there are several ways his character’s story could continue and keep him actively involved.

The film might include elements of his comic book story, developing Mr. Harrington’s character further by making him a more significant figure in Peter Parker’s life. In the Marvel Comics universe, Harrington was the head of Midtown High, responsible for both hiring Peter Parker as a science instructor and Flash Thompson as the school’s coach.

Now that Doctor Strange’s spell has made everyone forget Peter Parker, he might struggle to find work. He could ask Mr. Harrington for assistance, remembering how much Harrington admired Spider-Man. It would be quite funny to watch their interaction, especially since Harrington doesn’t recognize Peter at all. Considering this, the scene promises to be amusing.

On-set photos reveal that Spider-Man: Brand New Day will carry over a detail from Spider-Man: No Way Home: Ned Leeds will be seen wearing a shirt from MIT. This suggests the upcoming fourth film might briefly focus on academic life, potentially providing a reason for Mr. Harrington to return. He could serve as a mentor to Ned and MJ as they begin their college experience at MIT, offering guidance and support.

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2025-10-02 00:05