The action in “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” begins almost immediately, as a masked Peter Parker thwarts crime in New York City, ensnaring perps in massive webs.
The film remains action-heavy and perilous throughout, taking a thematically darker, more mature direction than previous “Spider-Man” installments.
Living in the aftermath of a mass memory-erasing spell cast in “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” Peter Parker (Tom Holland) lives extremely isolated in a world that no longer remembers him — including his best friend, Ned (Jacob Batalon), and former girlfriend, MJ (Zendaya).
As the threat of a new villain that can telepathically possess everyday people emerges, and the pain of being forgotten remains fresh, Peter’s arachnid instincts begin to overwhelm him, triggering episodes of uncontrolled violence.
While struggling to balance his humanity with his responsibilities as a superhero, Peter must learn to confront a threat that endangers the people he loves.
Here is a parent’s guide to the PG-13 rating of “Spider-Man: Brand New Day.”
Why is ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ rated PG-13?
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” is rated PG-13 for sequences of action and violence and some language.
After seeing “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” I can confirm the film contains some language along with moderate action and violence throughout. Overall, it is on par with previous installments in the “Spider-Man” franchise.
“Brand New Day” does have a darker edge than previous installments.
“It’s more mature, and it’s a darker theme,” Holland told Deadline. “And it’s a theme that I think is incredibly relatable to young people.”
He continued, “This idea of moving to a new city and feeling like you’re all alone, and sometimes neglecting the fact that the best thing that ever happened to you is standing right next to you.”
The story explores mature themes of extreme loneliness and isolation, the consequence of making sacrifices, vigilantism, and the pain of being forgotten by loved ones.
Is there any violence or scariness in ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’?
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” contains frequent violence and frightening moments along with comic book-style fighting and action sequences.
The film contains several high-stakes moments of peril, including car chases, gunfire, explosions and large-scale destruction. Bladed weapons, electronic weapons, tranquilizers and combat scenes also appear throughout the film.
There are also depictions of kidnapping, mild torture and telepathic possession as well as injuries, bloody wounds and mild gore.
Is there nudity or sexual content in ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’?
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” contains no nudity and only mild sexual content. There is brief dialogue about “graphic artwork” and a few sex-related references.
Is there any drinking or drugs in ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’?
Characters are briefly shown drinking at a party in “Brand New Day,” and the film contains no scenes involving smoking or drug use.
Is there profanity in ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’?
There is occasional mild to moderate profanity in “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” comparable to the language heard in previous Marvel films.
When does ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ come out?
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” premieres in theaters on Friday, July 31.