Cinema VinesThis week, the highly anticipated third entry in the Spider-Verse saga, Spider‑Man: Beyond the Spider‑Verse, was marred by an unexpected online leak. An unfinished trailer surfaced on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, where users quickly shared the footage. The clip, which is not scheduled to be released until next year, was criticized by the film’s co‑writer and producer, Christopher Miller, who posted a short statement on Friday: “Not a fan of leaks of unfinished, not fully rendered footage.”
Miller’s reaction comes after a string of high‑profile leaks that have rattled Hollywood. Earlier this year, the full version of Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender was illegally uploaded before its Paramount streaming debut, leading to the arrest of a 26‑year‑old man in Singapore for accessing a media server. Other recent leaks include Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey and Marvel‑Sony’s Spider‑Man: Brand New Day, both of which were posted on X after their theatrical releases.
Beyond the Spider‑Verse is set to conclude Miles Morales’ story. The film, which first premiered footage at CinemaCon earlier this year, follows Morales as he navigates an alternate universe and attempts to rescue his family. Shameik Moore will once again lend his voice to the character. The movie is slated for a theatrical release on June 18, 2027.
Financially, the franchise has proven to be a powerhouse. Spider‑Man: Into the Spider‑Verse earned $395 million worldwide on a $90 million budget, while its 2023 sequel, Across the Spider‑Verse, grossed $690 million on a $125 million budget. The upcoming installment is expected to build on this success.
During Comic‑Con, actor Eric Nam emphasized the importance of respecting creators’ intentions, stating, “There’s something about respecting the intentions of the creators and many artists who poured years of their lives into this. To go about it the proper way is a very respectful way of showing appreciation to the art form and to the many, many, countless hours put into this.”
