Tom Holland gained fame for his portrayal of Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, making his debut in Captain America: Civil War in 2016. His rendition of Spider-Man and Peter Parker resonated well with fans, meeting their expectations for a character that stayed true to the essence of the comics. Interestingly enough, Holland’s hilarious dad joke about Spider-Man sent fans into a spiral for one reason.
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has undergone changes since Tom Holland’s initial involvement, and quite a few MCU fans feel that the franchise has lost its initial charm. Criticisms often center around the perception that Marvel relies on the same tired tropes and formulas that no longer gel as effectively with audiences.
Tom Holland’s Dad Joke About Spider-Man Made Fans Go Crazy For One Reason
While speaking to Access Hollywood, Tom Holland revealed his go-to Spider-Man joke. Holland shares that when he scrolls through Netflix and sees a Spider-Man movie, he quips, “I’ve heard this movie’s great, apparently the lead actor is unreal, let’s watch 10 minutes, see what it’s like.” However, he adds with a laugh, “No one ever laughs.”
The aforementioned joke from the interview was also shared by Discussing Films on Twitter, where fans had a field day after listening to his dad joke. Most of the fans just went crazy because of what Holland said, but some sympathized with him.
Was Tom Holland bitten by a radioactive dad joke?
— IMAX (@IMAX) January 17, 2024
He’s so relatable
— Truly Pete (72%)👽 🔜 Some Rave Eventually (@AStateofPete) January 15, 2024
Tom Holland when nobody laughs at his Spider-Man joke:
— boredjesse (@boredjesse) January 15, 2024
It’s ok Tom, we all tell bad jokes.
— Chainsaw Reacts (@ChainsawReacts) January 15, 2024
Tom Holland is regarded as one of the funniest actors in Hollywood right now, intentional or not. It’s just a matter of time before he surprises fans with yet another dad joke – something they might find relatable once again.
Tom Holland Already Revealed What It Would Take For Him To Be Part Of Spider-Man 4
After the events of Spider-Man: No Way Home, various shows and films have delved into the aftermath, referencing Peter Parker’s actions. However, fans remain curious about the potential for a Spider-Man 4.
In an interview with Collider, Tom Holland addressed the possibility of a Spider-Man 4, emphasizing that he will not commit to another film in the series unless it is meaningful for the character and he was very serious about this.
”All I can say is that we have been actively engaging in conversations about what it could potentially look like for a fourth rendition of my character. Whether or not we can find a way to do justice to the character is another thing. I feel very protective over Spider-Man. I feel very, very lucky that we were able to work on a franchise that got better with each movie, that got more successful with each movie, which I think is really rare, and I want to protect his legacy. So, I won’t make another one for the sake of making another one. It will have to be worth the while of the character.”
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has a diverse lineup of movies and TV shows in the pipeline for the coming years, promising ample content. However, the uncertainty remains regarding whether Tom Holland will continue to be a part of these projects.
