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Holland Tips Cooper as Next Spider-Man
16 Jun
Summary
- Tom Holland identified Owen Cooper as a potential successor to Spider-Man.
- Cooper, 16, is acclaimed for his role in Netflix's 'Adolescence'.
- Holland aims to mentor future Spider-Men like Robert Downey Jr. did for him.
Tom Holland, currently preparing for the release of 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day,' has begun considering his successors for the iconic web-slinging role.
He specifically mentioned 16-year-old British actor Owen Cooper as a strong candidate, praising his talent and current industry buzz. Cooper's breakout performance in the Netflix drama 'Adolescence' has already earned him historic BAFTA and Golden Globe awards for Best Supporting Actor, marking a swift rise to prominence.
Holland draws parallels between Cooper's trajectory and his own, which began with 'Billy Elliot The Musical.' He expressed a desire to emulate the mentorship he received from Robert Downey Jr. during his initial Marvel appearances, aiming to guide the next actor to don the Spider-Man suit.
While Holland is not retiring imminently, he envisions a future role as a producer. He also hinted that the upcoming 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' will adopt a 'detective movie' feel, with even Spider-Man himself uncertain of unfolding events.
