Spider-Man in Glasgow as Tom Holland waves to delighted crowds during filming
Tom Holland has been spotted waving to delighted crowds in Glasgow as filming for the new Spider Man movie continues.
Parts of the city centre have been transformed into a New York scene as crews shoot for the blockbuster Marvel film.
NYPD cars have replaced Police Scotland vehicles and New York style yellow cabs have been seen lining the streets as filming continues.
And in footage, which was shared with Glasgow Live, the English actor delighted onlookers as he took a break to give them a wee wave, triggering a few cheers.
In other clips Holland can be seen perched on top of a military vehicle on Bothwell Street with a NYPD car in hot pursuit.
He can also be spotted making a dramatic pose on top of the vehicle, without the famous Spider-Man mask on.
The Spider-Man Brand New Day film, which will be released in cinemas next summer, follows Peter Parker as he tries to focus on his university studies and leave his Spider-Man alter ego behind.
However, when dark forces begin to threaten New York, Peter must suit-up again to protect his friends and neighbours.
It's not the first time Glasgow has been transformed for the big screen. Earlier this year, parts of the city centre were closed off for filming of the Sci-Fi movie Ghostwriter.
Not much is known about the blockbuster, but cinema legend Samuel L. Jackson is tapped to play a key role in the new J.J. Abrams film, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
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