In what order should you watch Spider-Man movies?

To remember :

  1. Evolution of Spider-Man movies Discover the transformation of Peter Parker through the interpretations of Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield and Tom Holland, highlighting the diversity and complexity of characters across eras and cinematic universes.
  2. Viewing options Explore the different ways to watch the Spider-Man saga, from the chronological order of events, to the order of release, to the order specific to each actor and universe for a personalized experience.
  3. Accessibility in streaming : Enjoy easy access to Spider-Man movies on a variety of platforms like Netflix, Disney+, and Prime Video, allowing fans to rediscover or begin the saga at their convenience.

Remember the first time you saw Spider-Man swing his web on the big screen? From Tobey Maguire to Tom Holland, via Andrew Garfield, the role of Spider-Man has been played by a variety of actors, each bringing their own flavor to Peter Parker!

In the midst of a growing cinematic multiverse and with the enormous success of Marvel films, it can be complicated to keep track of the exact order in which to watch this saga. Between the trilogy directed by Sam Raimi, the solo adventures of Marc Webb's Amazing Spider-Man, and Spidey's stunning return to the MCU with "Homecoming" and "Far From Home", it's time to untangle this cinematic spider's web.

Get ready to embark on an adventure through time, universes and the different facets of our favorite superhero.

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Image showing different Spider-Man characters

What are the different viewing orders?

The order in which you choose to watch Spider-Man movies will depend on the cinematic universe you wish to explore. Here are a few options based on the different universes in which to watch:

Cinema release order

Here's a list of films in which to watch the sage in the order of their release:

  • Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018 - animated film by Marvel and Sony)
  • Spider-Man (2002)
  • Spider-Man 2 (2004)
  • Spider-Man 3 (2007)
  • The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)
  • The Amazing Spider-Man 2: A Hero's Fate (2014)
  • Captain America: Civil War (2016)
  • Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)
  • Venom (2018)
  • Spider-Man - New Generation (2018)
  • Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
  • Avengers: Endgame (2019)
  • Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)
  • Venom: Let there be Carnage (2021)
  • Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
  • Morbius (2022)

Chronological order of events

Here is a list of films in order of internal chronology:

  • Spider man in 2002
  • Spider man 2 in 2004
  • Spider man 3 in 2007
  • The amazin Spider man
  • The amazin Spider man 2
  • Captain America: Civil War
  • Spider Man: Homecoming
  • Venom
  • Spider-Man: new generation
  • Avenger: Infinity war
  • Avenger: End Game
  • Spider man: Far From Home
  • Venom: let there be Carnage
  • Spider-Man: No way from home
  • Morbius

Order by universe and actor

The order in which you watch the Spider-Man movies largely depends on the continuity you wish to follow, as there are several cinematic universes and iterations of the character. Here are a few options based on the different film universes:

Sam Raimi's Spider-Man universe with Tobey Maguire :

  1. Spider-Man (2002)
  2. Spider-Man 2 (2004)
  3. Spider-Man 3 (2007)

Universe The Amazing Spider-Man with Andrew Garfield:

  1. The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)
  2. The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014)

Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) starring Tom Holland :

  1. Captain America: Civil War (2016) -The first to see, as this is Spider-Man's first appearance in the MCU.
  2. Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)
  3. Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)
  4. Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)

Spider-Man Universe: Into the Spider-Verse (animated film):

  1. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)
  2. Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (Scheduled for 2022)

What's the best order to watch Spider Man?

To fully understand the Spider-Man universe, we recommend you watch the films in the order of their release. As a result, you can better follow the evolution of characters and plots in an orderly fashion.

Whatever your preference, it's important to remember that entertainment is the main objective, so you might as well choose the option that brings you the most joy! By the way, did you know that there are some interesting connections between Guardians of the Galaxy and this franchise ? Indeed, both series have very human heroes, with complex personalities. In addition to special effects and spectacle, these films sought to tell authentic stories and explore the emotions and motivations of their characters.

Ultimately, the choice is yours! Some like the thrill and anticipation of the release order, while others like the continuity and harmony of the chronological order.

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How many Spider-Man movies are there?

In the vast Spider-Man universe, there are over a dozen films in total, but only nine of them center on Spider-Man himself as director. Among these nine filmsEight are live-action feature films. Three were directed by Tobey Maguire, two by Andrew Garfield, and three by Tom Holland, and one is an animated feature featuring a variety of Spider-Man characters.

These are "Into the Spider-Versewhich was followed by two officially announced sequels: "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse and "Beyond the Spider-Verse. Although another Spider-Man-centric live-action film is likely, Marvel has yet to officially confirm a new installment for the MCU. In addition, Amazon recently announced plans for a series based on the Silk comics.

Synopsis of Spider-Man

After losing his parents, Peter Parker grew up under the loving care of his Aunt May and Uncle Ben in the Forest Hills neighborhood of Queens, New York. Balancing his studies at the university, he finds a photography position at the Daily Bugle newspaper. Sharing an apartment with his faithful friend Harry Osborn, he secretly dreams of winning the heart of the lovely Mary Jane.

However, the course of her life changes radically when Peter is bitten by a spider genetically modified. Following the bite, he finds that his agility and strength increase tenfold, revealing superhuman abilities. Adopting the identity of Spider-Man, he decides to use his new powers to fight evil and take on a variety of villains, including the Green Goblin, Doctor Octopus, Sandman and even Venom.

Background to the Spider-Man universe

Spider-Man comics are a series of American superhero films that unfold in several phases. The story is based on the Marvel comics created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko. Back in the 1970s, these comics had already been adapted into a TV series, with three episodes distributed in France under the following titles:

  • Spider Man",
  • "Spider-Man's Riposte
  • and "Spider-Man defies the Dragon.

The film saga began with a trilogy directed by Sam Raimi, including :

  • "Spider-Man" in 2002,
  • "Spider-Man 2 in 2004
  • "Spider-Man 3" in 2007.

The films star Tobey Maguire as Spider-Man, Kirsten Dunst as Mary Jane Watson, and James Franco as the young heir Harry Osborn.

In 2010, Sony rebooted the franchise with Marc Webb at the helm. Andrew Garfield becomes the new face of Spider-Man and Emma Stone that of Gwen Stacy. "The Amazing Spider-Man, released in 2012, was a commercial success and satisfied the critics. However, the sequel, "The Amazing Spider-Man: A hero's destinyreleased in 2014, struggled to win over North American audiences and suffered from the harshest criticism of the entire franchise. As a result, plans for the two series sequels and the Sinister Six spin-off were shelved indefinitely. They put an end to this third series of the film.

Sony revives the franchise for the second time, teaming up with Marvel Studios to integrate the character into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Tom Holland reprises his role as Spider-Man, first appearing in: :

  •  "Captain America: Civil War in 2016
  • followed by the release of the new Spider-Man: Homecoming film in 2017.
  • In 2018, he made appearances in "Avengers: Infinity War" and its sequel "Avengers: Endgame" in 2019.
  • 2019 also sees the birth of "Spider-Man: Far From Home".
  • In 2021, the multiverse universe allows the three actors who have embodied Spider-Man on screen to reunite in "Spider-Man: No Way Home", where Tom Holland is joined by Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield.

At the same time, Sony launches a fictional spin-off universe called Sony's Marvel Universe. The first film, "Venom", is released in 2018, followed by its sequel on October 1, 2021. Another spin-off, "Morbius", is released on March 30, 2022.

On which streaming sites can I watch Spider-Man movies?

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Spider-Man image

The various films in the Spider-Man universe are spread across several streaming platforms such as Netflix, where you can download movies and seriesDisney+ or on Prime Video. Here's where you can find them. Morbius is not in any of the selections, while Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is currently in theaters.

  • "Spider-Man" (2002): Available on Netflix.
  • "Spider-Man 2″ (2004): Available on Netflix.
  • "Spider-Man 3" (2007): Available on Netflix.
  • "The Amazing Spider-Man" (2012): Available on Netflix.
  • "The Amazing Spider-Man 2" (2014): Available on Netflix.
  • "Captain America: Civil War" (2016): Broadcast on Disney+.
  • "Spider-Man: Homecoming" (2017): Available on Netflix.
  • "Venom" (2018): Broadcast on Disney+.
  • "Spider-Man: New Generation" (2018): Broadcast on Disney+. The story takes place several years after Peter Park became Spider Man.
  • "Avengers: Infinity War" (2018): Broadcast on Disney+.
  • "Avengers: Endgame" (2019): Broadcast on Disney+.
  • "Spider-Man: Far From Home" (2019): Broadcast on Disney+.
  • "Venom: Let There Be Carnage (2021): Available on Prime Video.
  • "Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021): Available on Prime Video.

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