Spider-Man ending explained: Spoiler alert; here's what the post-credits scene means and more

The ending of 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' brings Peter Parker back to the people he lost following the events of 'Spider-Man: No Way Home', although neither MJ nor Ned appear to fully recover their memories of him.

Instead, the film suggests that some connections may survive even when the memories attached to them have been erased. Through a broken necklace, a familiar handshake and an unexpected signal from outer space, the closing moments leave Peter’s personal future open while setting up a potentially larger conflict for Spider-Man.

The broken necklace symbolizes Peter Parker's connection to MJ, suggesting that emotional bonds may persist even when memories are erased, highlighting the depth of their relationship.

Their interactions indicate that although their memories of each other may be compromised, certain familiar gestures, like their handshake, trigger unexplainable recognition, suggesting underlying emotional ties.

The post-credits scene reveals a Spider-Man tracker detecting a presence outside Earth, indicating that Peter's upcoming challenges may extend beyond his immediate world and potentially involve multiverse threats.

Peter’s journey illustrates the theme of hope and the belief in a future despite loss, as he strives to reconnect with those he has lost while navigating new challenges.

Yes, the film ends with a message indicating that Spider-Man will return, suggesting continued exploration of Peter's journey and potential multiverse conflicts in upcoming stories.

One of the film’s most emotional moments centres on the Black Dahlia necklace Peter bought for MJ during their school trip to Europe in Spider-Man: Far From Home.

Peter had intended to give MJ the necklace before becoming involved in his battle with Mysterio. He eventually entrusted it to Happy Hogan for safekeeping. When Peter and MJ reunited after the fight, however, Peter discovered that the necklace had been damaged.

MJ’s response gave the object a deeper meaning. Rather than being disappointed, she told Peter that she preferred it in its broken form.

The necklace later appeared again in Spider-Man: No Way Home, with MJ continuing to wear it. At the end of Brand New Day, MJ is seen sitting alone on a rooftop while holding the necklace. Although her memories of Peter have not returned, the moment suggests she still feels an unexplained emotional connection to the object and perhaps to the person who gave it to her.

The scene does not confirm that MJ remembers Peter. Instead, it leaves open the possibility that their bond exists beyond the memories erased by Doctor Strange’s spell.

Ned is sitting and eating at a local deli when Peter enters. Peter initially arrives to buy a bouquet but decides to reconnect with his former best friend before continuing with his plans. Ned recognises him as the man who brought flowers to his and MJ’s housewarming party, but does not appear to remember the years they spent together.

Peter smiles and offers Ned his hand. When Ned accepts, Peter begins their familiar secret handshake. Ned instinctively follows each movement, despite having no conscious memory of learning it.

The moment suggests that Ned’s memories have not fully returned. However, his reaction indicates that some part of their friendship remains, with the familiar movement triggering a sense of recognition that he cannot immediately explain. The scene also offers Peter his clearest sign yet that the people he lost may still find their way back to him.