‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Brings Jackie Chan’s Stunt Team for Epic Martial Arts Action |
Jackie Chan has contributed his legendary stunt team to ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day,’ bringing decades of martial arts expertise and practical action choreography to Tom Holland‘s next Marvel adventure. The addition marks a significant shift in the franchise’s approach to fight sequences, with the veteran action icon’s professionals handling the film’s most intensely choreographed moments. Director Destin Daniel Cretton, who previously helmed ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,’ is steering the project toward a more grounded, martial arts-inspired action style.
Jackie Chan confirmed that his renowned stunt team handled key action sequences for ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’, bringing their signature martial arts style to the Marvel film.Image credit (Instagram)
Although Chan himself has not directly choreographed the movie’s action sequences, the Jackie Chan Stunt Team has already generated considerable excitement among Marvel fans anticipating a more practical, fast-paced take on the film’s combat scenes. The veteran star’s stunt professionals have turned ‘Brand New Day’ into a production loaded with a new kind of action, bringing their signature blend of physical performance and authentic stunt work to Peter Parker’s latest outing.
Tom Holland credits Jackie Chan as an icon and supporter of ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ action
During a promotional event in Shanghai, Tom Holland spoke alongside co-star Zendaya about having Chan onboard for the production. The actor revealed that the film features a style of action audiences have never seen in previous Spider-Man outings. “He is such an icon, and someone I’ve been a fan of for such a long time,” Holland said of the legendary action star. “He gave me a great vote of confidence. He sang the praises of his team, and it was a really lovely blessing for us to go on this adventure.” Holland emphasised that the collaboration represents a significant creative shift for the franchise, with the martial arts maestro’s influence reshaping how the superhero’s combat skills are portrayed on screen.
Tom Holland called Jackie Chan an icon and credited the action legend’s stunt professionals with helping create a fresh, more grounded style of combat for the new Spider-Man film.Image credit (Instagram)
Jackie Chan visits London set and confirms stunt team’s role in production
According to Hong Kong media outlet HK01, Chan travelled to the ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ production in London and witnessed his stunt professionals rehearsing complicated action sequences for the film. The legendary performer was thrilled to meet director Destin Daniel Cretton on set and oversee his team’s contributions firsthand.“My Jackie Chan Stunt Team was busy filming Spider-Man, and I was the action director for the Jackie Chan Stunt Team,” Chan said in his interview with the outlet. He joked about ensuring the director fully understood his team’s importance to the project. “I went to watch their rehearsals, and the director was so excited when he saw me. I made sure he understood that they are part of my team,” he shared.
Jackie Chan visited the London set and expressed confidence in the film, while Holland praised the action icon’s support and his team’s contribution.Image credit (Instagram)
Jackie Chan Stunt Team’s legendary history of practical action expertise
The stunt ensemble is known for its extremely physical and practical action scenes, which are focused on athleticism rather than elaborate special effects. Their hallmark technique combines martial arts choreography with intricate wirework, hand-to-hand fighting and real stunts. The group’s other work ranges from ‘Project A’ to ‘Police Story’, ‘Drunken Master II’ and ‘Thunderbolt’, all of which are grounded, visceral films.Those guidelines appear to align with reports that ‘Brand New Day’ will contain more down-to-earth, practical action than some previous entries in the franchise.
Jackie Chan praises Tom Holland’s dedication to performing his own stunts
In his interview, Chan also lauded Holland’s willingness to undertake many of his own stunts for the production. The veteran action star noted that Holland’s eagerness reminds him of performers who fully commit to demanding action filmmaking. “I heard Holland does a lot of his own stunts. He’s very dedicated,” Chan said.Holland has frequently spoken of enjoying physically demanding roles, and this new collaboration with the legendary stunt team could elevate his Spider-Man action sequences to unprecedented heights.With the Jackie Chan Stunt Team bringing its signature practical action style to the production, ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ is set to hit theatres on July 31, 2026.
