Spider-Man: From film mother to AI, Watts reunites with Holland
Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Actress Naomi Watts voices the AI character E.V. in the new "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" film, reuniting her with co-star Tom Holland.
- Watts previously played Holland's mother in the 2012 film "The Impossible."
- The new "Spider-Man" film achieved the most successful US box office opening weekend in history, earning $360 million in North America.
Naomi Watts lends her voice to the Artificial Intelligence character E.V. in the latest "Spider-Man: Brand New Day," marking a reunion with her "The Impossible" co-star Tom Holland. Watts humorously noted on Instagram, "From playing your mother to playing your AI," referencing their past collaboration.
In the English original version, Watts's voice guides Peter Parker, portrayed by Holland, as he navigates his superhero responsibilities. This role contrasts sharply with her 2012 performance in "The Impossible," where she played the mother of Holland's character, Lucas Bennett, during a family's harrowing experience with a tsunami in Thailand.
From playing your mother to playing your AI.
Watts extended her congratulations to Holland, director Destin Daniel Cretton, and the entire "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" team for the film's monumental success. "I am incredibly proud to be even a small part of this film," she stated, celebrating the historic opening weekend.
The superhero film shattered box office records, achieving the most successful US opening weekend in cinematic history. It grossed $360 million in North America, surpassing the previous record holder, "Avengers: Endgame," by $3 million. This phenomenal debut highlights the film's massive appeal and commercial triumph.
Congratulations Tom, Destin and the whole 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' team on the historic opening weekend!! I am incredibly proud to be even a small part of this film.
Originally published by Die Zeit in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.