Tom Holland’s “Job of a Lifetime” with Christopher Nolan

us news articles | July 15, 2025

A Job of a Lifetime

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Unlike Anything Seen Before

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Collaboration with Nolan & Emma

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Star-Studded Ensemble

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Tom's On-Set Experience

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When’s It Releasing?

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Are You Excited?

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