On December 17, 2024, it was officially announced that Bob Persichetti and Justin K. Thompson will direct the final film in Sony Animation's Spider-Verse trilogy, titled 'Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse.'

Christopher Miller, a producer and key figure in the franchise, confirmed that Persichetti and Thompson have been attached as directors since production began.

In a statement, the directors expressed their excitement about concluding Miles Morales' story, emphasizing the creativity and effort put into the project.

The screenplay for 'Beyond the Spider-Verse' is co-written by Phil Lord, Chris Miller, and David Callaham, with production support from notable producers including Amy Pascal and Avi Arad.

While plot details remain under wraps, the previous film left audiences on a significant cliffhanger, suggesting a resolution is anticipated.

Originally scheduled for release on March 29, 2024, 'Beyond the Spider-Verse' has been delayed and removed from Sony's release calendar due to the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike.

Reports indicate that an early version of 'Beyond the Spider-Verse' was scrapped following the success of 'Across the Spider-Verse,' necessitating a complete rewrite of the script.

The Spider-Verse films have received critical acclaim, with 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse' grossing $384 million globally and winning the Oscar for Best Animated Feature, while its sequel earned $690 million worldwide.

Fan reaction to the directing team has been largely positive, reflecting their successful track records with the previous films in the franchise.

Thompson, who served as the production designer for 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse' and was part of the directorial team for 'Across the Spider-Verse,' brings valuable experience to the project.

Miles Morales, voiced by Shameik Moore, continues to be the central character in the series, captivating audiences with his journey as a Brooklyn teen who becomes Spider-Man.

Lord and Miller praised Persichetti and Thompson's contributions to the franchise, stating their passion for Miles' journey is evident in every aspect of the film.