The Amazing Spider-Man series remains one of the fan favorites thanks to on-off screen chemistry between Andrew Garfield and Emma Stone. While the duo never got to see credits roll on The Amazing Spider-Man 3, the actress reflected on her thoughts about returning to a canceled third installment.
The Amazing Spider-Man
Spider-Man has been one of the biggest box office draws in Marvel flagship since the release of Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man movies. However, several factors led to its reboot with the former taking on the titular role. Serving as the hero for two movies, a third installment was a likely outcome back then. However, things were different for his female counterpart.
Emma Stone Reflected on Her Thoughts for The Amazing Spider-Man 3
While Emma Stone‘s filmography is more than enough for audiences to know her acting prowess, she gained wider prominence while portraying the role of Gwen Stacy in The Amazing Spider-Man movie series.
The Amazing Spider-Man
Spider-Man has been one of the biggest box office draws in Marvel flagship since the release of Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man movies. However, several factors led to its reboot with the former taking on the titular role. Serving as the hero for two movies, a third installment was a likely outcome back then. However, things were different for his female counterpart.
Emma Stone Reflected on Her Thoughts for The Amazing Spider-Man 3
While Emma Stone‘s filmography is more than enough for audiences to know her acting prowess, she gained wider prominence while portraying the role of Gwen Stacy in The Amazing Spider-Man movie series.
- 5/13/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
In the early 2000s, following the success of the X-Men franchise kick-off, new ones started to brew up. Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man starring Tobey Maguire and Mark Steven Johnson’s Daredevil starring Ben Affleck came forth as the front-runners releasing within a gap of about a year with the former coming out first. However, the iconic stint by the web-slinging superhero left a lasting impression on fans and became such a massive success that it almost ruined the outing of the vigilante from Hell’s Kitchen.
Official poster for Daredevil 2003 (via 20th Century Studios)
Regardless, of the early days of comic book movie production, the 2003 Daredevil film packed a punch and captured many’s imaginations. Additionally, it drew substantial praise for maintaining a significant level of comic accuracy with the character’s logo and the iconic horns on his mask being featured prominently. Yet, all of it came excruciatingly close...
Official poster for Daredevil 2003 (via 20th Century Studios)
Regardless, of the early days of comic book movie production, the 2003 Daredevil film packed a punch and captured many’s imaginations. Additionally, it drew substantial praise for maintaining a significant level of comic accuracy with the character’s logo and the iconic horns on his mask being featured prominently. Yet, all of it came excruciatingly close...
- 5/13/2024
- by Imteshal Karim
- FandomWire
Andrew Garfield was cast as the second iteration of Spider-Man in Sony’s reboot of the film franchise. He made his debut as Peter Parker in The Amazing Spider-Man and also reprised his role in the sequel. While a planned third film was canceled after the sequel’s less-than-stellar performance, Garfield is still loved as the web crawler.
Garfield was replaced by Tom Holland in the MCU, and the star had followed up Tobey Maguire’s legendary performance when he was cast in the reboot. The actor had to compete with other Spider-Men when all of them appeared in Spider-Man: No Way Home. However, Garfield seemed to have a healthy attitude towards comparisons with other actors.
Andrew Garfield’s Response To Being Compared With Other Spider-Men Andrew Garfield in The Amazing Spider-Man
Andrew Garfield, Tobey Maguire, and Tom Holland came together for the first time in the MCU film Spider-Man: No Way Home.
Garfield was replaced by Tom Holland in the MCU, and the star had followed up Tobey Maguire’s legendary performance when he was cast in the reboot. The actor had to compete with other Spider-Men when all of them appeared in Spider-Man: No Way Home. However, Garfield seemed to have a healthy attitude towards comparisons with other actors.
Andrew Garfield’s Response To Being Compared With Other Spider-Men Andrew Garfield in The Amazing Spider-Man
Andrew Garfield, Tobey Maguire, and Tom Holland came together for the first time in the MCU film Spider-Man: No Way Home.
- 5/13/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man 2 has many iconic scenes that have had a lasting impact. None, however, have been as timeless and memorable as the train scene. From fighting Alfred Molina’s Doc Ock on a moving train to stopping the said train and an entire train car full of people hiding Spider-Man’s identity, it is safe to say the scene left an impact. It has become ingrained in the character’s history, and there have been many attempts to recreate it.
Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man stopping a train in Spider-Man 2
Even though the entire sequence was less than ten minutes long, the preparation and thought that went into it are truly impressive. Other than the director, it is impressive just how many hands were involved in making it. Here is an in-depth background on how the scene was shot.
The Visual Effects Team Had Their Hands Full...
Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man stopping a train in Spider-Man 2
Even though the entire sequence was less than ten minutes long, the preparation and thought that went into it are truly impressive. Other than the director, it is impressive just how many hands were involved in making it. Here is an in-depth background on how the scene was shot.
The Visual Effects Team Had Their Hands Full...
- 5/12/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
James Cameron is currently one of the highest-rated filmmakers in the entire entertainment industry, having helmed fan-favorite masterpieces like Titanic and 1986’s Aliens. But he wasn’t always this famous, nor were his outstanding directing skills garnering interest from audiences for at least a few years after he kicked off his directorial debut with Xenogenesis in 1978.
James Cameron. | Credit: Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons.
That said, besides The Terminator film series, what actually made him super famous in the industry was his brilliantly helmed Avatar saga, which quite literally surpassed the Star Wars lore by flying colors. But that wasn’t Cameron’s first attempt at outshining George Lucas’ universe, because the first attempt came nearly three decades earlier in 1980 through one of Cameron’s poorly-rated films.
James Cameron’s First Attempt at Surpassing Star Wars Came in 1980
After Xenogenesis in 1978, Cameron inevitably caught the eye of the late mastermind director Roger Corman,...
James Cameron. | Credit: Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons.
That said, besides The Terminator film series, what actually made him super famous in the industry was his brilliantly helmed Avatar saga, which quite literally surpassed the Star Wars lore by flying colors. But that wasn’t Cameron’s first attempt at outshining George Lucas’ universe, because the first attempt came nearly three decades earlier in 1980 through one of Cameron’s poorly-rated films.
James Cameron’s First Attempt at Surpassing Star Wars Came in 1980
After Xenogenesis in 1978, Cameron inevitably caught the eye of the late mastermind director Roger Corman,...
- 5/12/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Marvel characters and mythos have always been popular themes of video games, with several such video games in the market or in development. Yet, the upcoming NetEase Games’ Marvel Rivals promises to be an exhilarating ride by bringing several Marvel comic characters and placing them in gameplay similar to the likes of multiplayer games like Overwatch.
Marvel Rivals (Image: Marvel Studios)
Now available to be played only in the closed alpha stage, the yet-to-be-released video game’s gameplay footage of several characters was leaked online. As the trailer and gameplay footage made rounds across the internet, several fans exclaimed it would never top the likes of Insomniac’s Spider-Man 2.
NetEase’s Marvel Rivals Gameplay Can Never Top Insomniac’s Spider-Man 2
Insomniac Games’ Spider-Man 2
Marvel Rivals is yet to be released. However, NetEase Games recently provided some lucky gamers access to the closed alpha version of the game in May.
Marvel Rivals (Image: Marvel Studios)
Now available to be played only in the closed alpha stage, the yet-to-be-released video game’s gameplay footage of several characters was leaked online. As the trailer and gameplay footage made rounds across the internet, several fans exclaimed it would never top the likes of Insomniac’s Spider-Man 2.
NetEase’s Marvel Rivals Gameplay Can Never Top Insomniac’s Spider-Man 2
Insomniac Games’ Spider-Man 2
Marvel Rivals is yet to be released. However, NetEase Games recently provided some lucky gamers access to the closed alpha version of the game in May.
- 5/12/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Before kickstarting their villain-centric cinematic universe with Venom, Sony’s initial plans involved building a shared universe revolving around Andrew Garfield’s Spider-Man. Unfortunately, before the shared universe could even launch, Sony pulled the plugs off it after The Amazing Spider-Man 2 failed to make it big at the box office, resulting in Garfield’s exit from the role.
But Tasm 2‘s failure might not be the sole reason why Sony opted to move into a new direction without the Oscar-nominated star per one leaked email, which Garfield didn’t completely debunk.
Andrew Garfield’s Exit Might’ve to Do with His Alleged Rift With Former Sony Boss
A still from The Amazing Spider-Man (via Sony Pictures Releasing)
The Amazing Spider-Man 2‘s low box-office returns weren’t the biggest concern at the Sony headquarters in 2014. A malicious hacking group that identified itself as Guardians of Peace, leaked confidential data from the Industry giant,...
But Tasm 2‘s failure might not be the sole reason why Sony opted to move into a new direction without the Oscar-nominated star per one leaked email, which Garfield didn’t completely debunk.
Andrew Garfield’s Exit Might’ve to Do with His Alleged Rift With Former Sony Boss
A still from The Amazing Spider-Man (via Sony Pictures Releasing)
The Amazing Spider-Man 2‘s low box-office returns weren’t the biggest concern at the Sony headquarters in 2014. A malicious hacking group that identified itself as Guardians of Peace, leaked confidential data from the Industry giant,...
- 5/11/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Andrew Garfield has not only become one of the most celebrated but also one of the most acclaimed actors in Hollywood over the past decade. Popularly known for taking on the superhero role of Spider-Man, he has been candid about his experiences and the discomfort he felt with the fame that accompanied success in the entertainment industry.
Andrew Garfield | Credit: Wikipedia Commons/Gage Skidmore
The Oscar-nominated actor even raised concerns regarding the pervasive influence of Hollywood propaganda and public relations in a previous interview, while reflecting on his discomfort with being in the spotlight.
Andrew Garfield Spoke Out Against Hollywood Propaganda and PR Culture
In a previous interview, Andrew Garfield opened up about his discomfort with the celebrity culture while highlighting the insidious nature of propaganda and PR, reflecting on its roots and the impact of media manipulation on individual well-being.
Andrew Garfield | Credit: Wikipedia Commons/P. Lovell
“‘The poison...
Andrew Garfield | Credit: Wikipedia Commons/Gage Skidmore
The Oscar-nominated actor even raised concerns regarding the pervasive influence of Hollywood propaganda and public relations in a previous interview, while reflecting on his discomfort with being in the spotlight.
Andrew Garfield Spoke Out Against Hollywood Propaganda and PR Culture
In a previous interview, Andrew Garfield opened up about his discomfort with the celebrity culture while highlighting the insidious nature of propaganda and PR, reflecting on its roots and the impact of media manipulation on individual well-being.
Andrew Garfield | Credit: Wikipedia Commons/P. Lovell
“‘The poison...
- 5/11/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Emma Stone has become one of the most well-known actresses in Hollywood. She has starred in many types of roles and been in all kinds of genres, establishing her versatility. Despite having risen through the ranks of the film industry, there is one film she will never be able to outrun.
Emma Stone in a still from The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)
Her work as Gwen Stacy in The Amazing Spider-Man films has become one of the most beloved parts of the MCU, and her death is one of the saddest. The second film in the series certainly divides its fans to date, with some thinking it was too emotional and others finding it to not meet the Marvel standard. While opinions may vary, Stone’s thoughts on the matter may shift some fans to her side.
The Amazing Spider-Man 1 Was Restrictive
When The Amazing Spider-Man was being made, there was...
Emma Stone in a still from The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)
Her work as Gwen Stacy in The Amazing Spider-Man films has become one of the most beloved parts of the MCU, and her death is one of the saddest. The second film in the series certainly divides its fans to date, with some thinking it was too emotional and others finding it to not meet the Marvel standard. While opinions may vary, Stone’s thoughts on the matter may shift some fans to her side.
The Amazing Spider-Man 1 Was Restrictive
When The Amazing Spider-Man was being made, there was...
- 5/11/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
When it comes to picking the definitive live-action Spider-Man, different people will choose different versions, as all three of them are iconic in their own right. But it’s important to note that out of them all, Andrew Garfield’s Spider-Man duology remains the most divisive, especially The Amazing Spider-Man 2, which failed to make it big upon its release.
However, despite its issues, The Amazing Spider-Man excelled in one aspect compared to Tom Holland and Tobey Maguire’s films, and it’s Peter Parker’s love interest.
Gwen Stacy Was Meant to Be Peter Parker’s Equal in Andrew Garfield’s Tasm
A still from The Amazing Spider-Man | Sony Pictures
While most hold Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man trilogy in pretty high regard, it has often garnered flak for its portrayal of Kirsten Dunst’s Mj, which leaned a bit too heavily towards the damsel in distress trope. Compared to that,...
However, despite its issues, The Amazing Spider-Man excelled in one aspect compared to Tom Holland and Tobey Maguire’s films, and it’s Peter Parker’s love interest.
Gwen Stacy Was Meant to Be Peter Parker’s Equal in Andrew Garfield’s Tasm
A still from The Amazing Spider-Man | Sony Pictures
While most hold Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man trilogy in pretty high regard, it has often garnered flak for its portrayal of Kirsten Dunst’s Mj, which leaned a bit too heavily towards the damsel in distress trope. Compared to that,...
- 5/11/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Spider-Man 3 was one of those lesser-liked films out of all the live-action projects made on the friendly neighborhood web-slinger to date. Despite this, one thing that makes the film worth watching is all the candid scenes of Bully Maguire-Parker or the Cool Maguire-Parker. Though fans loved Tobey Maguire’s previous performances as well, none came as close to epic as this one.
Spider-Man 3.
That being said, it has been close to two decades since the release of the movie, and yet, some of the scenes from it are still as iconic as ever. While the Cool Peter Parker dance in the street in that classic black suit was one moment we’ll, perhaps, never forget, there is another scene that could still make you chuckle: “That’s not the position I hired you for!”
A Bully Maguire Scene From Spider-Man 3 To Make Your Day
While Tobey Maguire...
Spider-Man 3.
That being said, it has been close to two decades since the release of the movie, and yet, some of the scenes from it are still as iconic as ever. While the Cool Peter Parker dance in the street in that classic black suit was one moment we’ll, perhaps, never forget, there is another scene that could still make you chuckle: “That’s not the position I hired you for!”
A Bully Maguire Scene From Spider-Man 3 To Make Your Day
While Tobey Maguire...
- 5/11/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
The idyllic countryside in the South of France is all that the veteran Oscar-nominee John Malkovich needs to be content in life. But Hollywood has other plans for the eccentric star, especially when it comes to Sony, Marvel, and Spider-Man. The interlinked fate of these 3 problematic entities has not only become a troublesome hurdle for the studios but poses a great risk to the future of the IP.
However, with the arrival of billion-dollar contracts and deafening audience excitement, Sony and Marvel signed a treatise to secure and exploit Spider-Man to their mutual benefit. MCU’s Spider-Man trilogy, Sony’s rebooted Spider-Man universe with Venom, Morbius, and Madame Web, and its animated Spider-Verse trilogy are a product of this shared dream.
The multiverse of Spider-Men in No Way Home [Credit: Marvel Studios]But long before the iconic IP became the official peacekeeper between the two studios, John Malkovich was sought out for a role that,...
However, with the arrival of billion-dollar contracts and deafening audience excitement, Sony and Marvel signed a treatise to secure and exploit Spider-Man to their mutual benefit. MCU’s Spider-Man trilogy, Sony’s rebooted Spider-Man universe with Venom, Morbius, and Madame Web, and its animated Spider-Verse trilogy are a product of this shared dream.
The multiverse of Spider-Men in No Way Home [Credit: Marvel Studios]But long before the iconic IP became the official peacekeeper between the two studios, John Malkovich was sought out for a role that,...
- 5/10/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Spider-Man 4 May Feature the Same Suit Peter Parker Wore in No Way Home - Main Image
Peter Parker’s journey will continue in the upcoming Spider-Man 4. Though the highly anticipated Marvel Cinematic Universe movie is expected to tell a new story, different from what the Home trilogy told, it may still feature the same suit Peter donned at the end of No Way Home.
The Spider-Man suit has been one of the most iconic costumes of recent years.
It has seen several iterations, from the black Spidey suit Tobey Maguire wore in the 2007 Spider-Man 3 to Tom Holland’s Iron Spider suit in the 2017 Spider-Man: Homecoming.
Peter Parker to Reportedly Don Familiar Suit in Spider-Man 4
No Way Home featured seven different Spider suits, including the ones Maguire and Garfield donned.
However, if there was one that became the most iconic, it was the suit that Peter created for himself.
Peter Parker’s journey will continue in the upcoming Spider-Man 4. Though the highly anticipated Marvel Cinematic Universe movie is expected to tell a new story, different from what the Home trilogy told, it may still feature the same suit Peter donned at the end of No Way Home.
The Spider-Man suit has been one of the most iconic costumes of recent years.
It has seen several iterations, from the black Spidey suit Tobey Maguire wore in the 2007 Spider-Man 3 to Tom Holland’s Iron Spider suit in the 2017 Spider-Man: Homecoming.
Peter Parker to Reportedly Don Familiar Suit in Spider-Man 4
No Way Home featured seven different Spider suits, including the ones Maguire and Garfield donned.
However, if there was one that became the most iconic, it was the suit that Peter created for himself.
- 5/10/2024
- EpicStream
It was in 2021 when rumors of Andrew Garfield and Tobey Maguire joining Tom Holland in Spider-Man: No Way Home turned out to be true. Well, a similar situation has now arisen with Deadpool & Wolverine but this time it’s… what? (let me check my notes).
So, there have been rumors that Ben Affleck will appear in Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman’s upcoming MCU film Deadpool & Wolverine as a Marvel superhero. As bizarre as this sounds, a notable insider was quick to debunk this rumor.
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in Deadpool & Wolverine
Ben Affleck Joined The MCU After Justice League?
As funny as it sounds, the reality is something different. Having portrayed the role of Batman in Zack Snyder’s Dceu for 3 movies, fans had familiarized Batman with Affleck… until his departure from the Dcu.
Ben Affleck as Bruce Wayne/ Batman in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice...
So, there have been rumors that Ben Affleck will appear in Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman’s upcoming MCU film Deadpool & Wolverine as a Marvel superhero. As bizarre as this sounds, a notable insider was quick to debunk this rumor.
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in Deadpool & Wolverine
Ben Affleck Joined The MCU After Justice League?
As funny as it sounds, the reality is something different. Having portrayed the role of Batman in Zack Snyder’s Dceu for 3 movies, fans had familiarized Batman with Affleck… until his departure from the Dcu.
Ben Affleck as Bruce Wayne/ Batman in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice...
- 5/9/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Everyone’s favorite Merc With a Mouth will be teaming up with Wolverine for the upcoming film Deadpool & Wolverine. The film not only brings Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool into the MCU fold but also marks Hugh Jackman’s return to his most iconic role. Therefore, Reynolds, who also serves as a producer on the film understands that the threat faced by the titular heroes has to be worthy of a team-up.
Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds will team up to face a common threat in Deadpool & Wolverine
During a recent interview, Reynolds shed some light on the film’s mysterious villain, promising that fans will witness the heroes fighting a Thanos-level threat. As a result, Reynolds promises will hopefully fix an upsetting streak in the MCU, which has consistently featured poor villains in recent times. Here is what Reynolds had to say about Deadpool & Wolverine‘s villain.
Ryan Reynolds...
Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds will team up to face a common threat in Deadpool & Wolverine
During a recent interview, Reynolds shed some light on the film’s mysterious villain, promising that fans will witness the heroes fighting a Thanos-level threat. As a result, Reynolds promises will hopefully fix an upsetting streak in the MCU, which has consistently featured poor villains in recent times. Here is what Reynolds had to say about Deadpool & Wolverine‘s villain.
Ryan Reynolds...
- 5/9/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
“That’s what everyone wanted”: Latest Update on Tom Holland’s Spider-Man 4 Will Cheer Up Marvel Fans
When it comes to superhero suits, fans always have great expectations and are quite passionate about what their favorite superhero will wear while fighting against evil. Spider-Man’s suits have always been extremely popular and a top choice when for kids and adults when it comes to Halloween and cosplay. I mean, who wouldn’t want to dress up in the iconic red and blue colors and pretend to be the friendly neighborhood Spider-Man for a day?
Tobey Maguire’s black Spidey suit in Spider-Man 3 (2007)
Over the years, the suit has seen many iterations, and some have managed to stand out more than the rest. Whether it is Tobey Maguire’s black Spidey suit or Tom Holland’s Iron Spider suit, the franchise has given its fans some crazy looks to recreate over the past years. And now, with Spider-Man 4 in development, an update about Peter’s suit...
Tobey Maguire’s black Spidey suit in Spider-Man 3 (2007)
Over the years, the suit has seen many iterations, and some have managed to stand out more than the rest. Whether it is Tobey Maguire’s black Spidey suit or Tom Holland’s Iron Spider suit, the franchise has given its fans some crazy looks to recreate over the past years. And now, with Spider-Man 4 in development, an update about Peter’s suit...
- 5/9/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Years before Sam Raimi’s ground-breaking Spider-Man trilogy made it to the big screen and forever revolutionized the comic book superhero genre, there were several other iterations of the tale with several other filmmakers and actors associated with the project. One of them was James Cameron, who was eager to have a more mature and grounded take on the web-slinger’s live-action debut film.
James Cameron (Credits: Steve Jurvetson | Wikimedia Commons)
Associated and contacted by Carolco Pictures, Cameron originally wanted Leonardo DiCaprio in the lead before the studio went bankrupt. However, if the filmmaker’s version of the movie had made it through, we would have gotten Spider-Man fighting two different Marvel villains in his first film.
James Cameron’s Spider-Man Movie Would Have Featured Two Different Marvel Villains
Sandman and Electro would have been the main villains of Cameron’s movie (Image: Marvel Comics)
Years before Sam Raimi...
James Cameron (Credits: Steve Jurvetson | Wikimedia Commons)
Associated and contacted by Carolco Pictures, Cameron originally wanted Leonardo DiCaprio in the lead before the studio went bankrupt. However, if the filmmaker’s version of the movie had made it through, we would have gotten Spider-Man fighting two different Marvel villains in his first film.
James Cameron’s Spider-Man Movie Would Have Featured Two Different Marvel Villains
Sandman and Electro would have been the main villains of Cameron’s movie (Image: Marvel Comics)
Years before Sam Raimi...
- 5/9/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
As Sony Pictures and Marvel Studios continue their search for a director to take over from Jon Watts on Spider-Man 4, a new rumor is claiming that both studios may be in agreement on a filmmaker to take the helm of the highly-anticipated No Way Home sequel.
According to MyTimeToShineHello, James Wan is one of the directors in the mix to helm the movie. Whether this means he's actually had discussions about boarding the project is not clear.
Wan has previously directed the likes of The Conjuring, Malignant, Insidious, and both Aquaman movies for Warner Bros.
The scooper is also claiming that Felicia Hardy, aka Black Cat, will make her debut in the movie.
Felicity Jones played Hardy in The Amazing Spider-Man movies, but never suited-up as her costumed alter-ego. Anne Hathaway - who played Catwoman in The Dark Knight Rises - was all set to debut as an earlier...
According to MyTimeToShineHello, James Wan is one of the directors in the mix to helm the movie. Whether this means he's actually had discussions about boarding the project is not clear.
Wan has previously directed the likes of The Conjuring, Malignant, Insidious, and both Aquaman movies for Warner Bros.
The scooper is also claiming that Felicia Hardy, aka Black Cat, will make her debut in the movie.
Felicity Jones played Hardy in The Amazing Spider-Man movies, but never suited-up as her costumed alter-ego. Anne Hathaway - who played Catwoman in The Dark Knight Rises - was all set to debut as an earlier...
- 5/9/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Director Jon Watts stepped up to direct the three solo Tom Holland Spider-Man films that were wildly successful at the box office. The Home-trilogy was a perfect three-part story for Holland’s Spider-Man as he evolved from a young bubbly teenager to learning his responsibilities and dealing with a profound loss.
Jon Watts’ Home-trilogy ended on a high note with 2021’s Spider-Man: No Way Home
Watts delivered a much bigger and character-driven film with the trilogy than previous Spider-Man films. However, most fans did not find a distinctive visual style and flair that the Sam Raimi and Marc Webb’s films had. While many agree that Watts did a great job with his trilogy, the change of director for the 4th installment is a welcome change for some.
Spider-Man 4 May Rectify One Criticism That Fans Have About Jon Watts’ Trilogy
Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man films (still from Spider-Man 2) are...
Jon Watts’ Home-trilogy ended on a high note with 2021’s Spider-Man: No Way Home
Watts delivered a much bigger and character-driven film with the trilogy than previous Spider-Man films. However, most fans did not find a distinctive visual style and flair that the Sam Raimi and Marc Webb’s films had. While many agree that Watts did a great job with his trilogy, the change of director for the 4th installment is a welcome change for some.
Spider-Man 4 May Rectify One Criticism That Fans Have About Jon Watts’ Trilogy
Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man films (still from Spider-Man 2) are...
- 5/8/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Hugh Jackman’s portrayal as the iconic X-Men character has only aged like fine wine over the past two decades. The actor, who has been playing the character throughout his Hollywood career, is once again set to embody the fierce mutant in the upcoming film Deadpool & Wolverine and he looks even more remarkable donning the classic Wolverine look on-screen. However, transforming himself into the character has definitely not been an easy feat for the actor.
Hugh Jackman in X-Men: Days of Future Past | Credit: 20th Century Fox
He has consistently maintained his physique with extreme workouts and strict diet plans, a dedication that also extended to the Deadpool threequel. Fans, who have witnessed the actor’s unwavering commitment to bringing the best possible version of the superhero, are shocked by his ability to keep up with the demanding standards that come with the role for over two decades.
Hugh...
Hugh Jackman in X-Men: Days of Future Past | Credit: 20th Century Fox
He has consistently maintained his physique with extreme workouts and strict diet plans, a dedication that also extended to the Deadpool threequel. Fans, who have witnessed the actor’s unwavering commitment to bringing the best possible version of the superhero, are shocked by his ability to keep up with the demanding standards that come with the role for over two decades.
Hugh...
- 5/8/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
To celebrate Sony Pictures' 100th anniversary, every live-action Spider-Man movie is being re-released in theaters. Over the past few weeks, Sam Raimi's trilogy has returned to the big screen to much fanfare, but how did The Amazing Spider-Man fare yesterday evening?
Andrew Garfield is immensely popular among fans, but clearly not as much as Tobey Maguire.
The Amazing Spider-Man opened in 466 theaters and earned $510,000. That's quite a drop from Spider-Man, Spider-Man 2, and Spider-Man 3. It might also make Sony think twice about ever making The Amazing Spider-Man 3, particularly if there's likely to be greater interest in Spider-Man 4!
This is still a strong result as it made a $1,100 average per theater.
Despite The Amazing Spider-Man not performing as well as its predecessors, Garfield remains incredibly popular. The reboot simply isn't considered a classic, and these numbers should take nothing away from what the actor brought to the table as Peter Parker.
Andrew Garfield is immensely popular among fans, but clearly not as much as Tobey Maguire.
The Amazing Spider-Man opened in 466 theaters and earned $510,000. That's quite a drop from Spider-Man, Spider-Man 2, and Spider-Man 3. It might also make Sony think twice about ever making The Amazing Spider-Man 3, particularly if there's likely to be greater interest in Spider-Man 4!
This is still a strong result as it made a $1,100 average per theater.
Despite The Amazing Spider-Man not performing as well as its predecessors, Garfield remains incredibly popular. The reboot simply isn't considered a classic, and these numbers should take nothing away from what the actor brought to the table as Peter Parker.
- 5/7/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
If you're an Amazing Spider-Man reader, then you'll know that Ned Leeds and Hobgoblin have a complicated history. While Roderick Kingsley is the true villain behind the villain's mask, Ned was once brainwashed into suiting up and has caused a lot of problems for Spidey over the years.
Now the McU's Ned no longer remembers Peter Parker, it's possible Marvel Studios could find a way to make it so that their version of the character also suits up as Hobgoblin.
Concept art has confirmed the idea was very briefly considered for Spider-Man: No Way Home, but how does Jacob Batalon feel about it?
"Honestly, I'm not sure," he admitted in an interview with Cbr. "Again, we may have talked about things, for sure, but I don't know if it would've really led to anything serious about being a villain, or anything like that."
The odds of this happening seem slim,...
Now the McU's Ned no longer remembers Peter Parker, it's possible Marvel Studios could find a way to make it so that their version of the character also suits up as Hobgoblin.
Concept art has confirmed the idea was very briefly considered for Spider-Man: No Way Home, but how does Jacob Batalon feel about it?
"Honestly, I'm not sure," he admitted in an interview with Cbr. "Again, we may have talked about things, for sure, but I don't know if it would've really led to anything serious about being a villain, or anything like that."
The odds of this happening seem slim,...
- 5/7/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
There are many classic films with David Fincher’s name on them. From Gone Girl to Fight Club, there is not a movie he has made that managed to escape the hearts of fans. The range he has provided brings about the idea of possible sequels he could look back to at some point in Fincher’s career. In the direction Hollywood has recently been taking, there are more sequels than there are original films.
A still from Se7en | Credit: New Line Cinema
Out of all the films that the director has made, there is one that he would do the worst over if it meant to make a sequel. Some projects are best left as is and he understands that more than anything. One mustn’t milk the cow beyond its capabilities.
Se7en Almost Got an Ei8ht
When David Fincher’s Seven was first released, the success...
A still from Se7en | Credit: New Line Cinema
Out of all the films that the director has made, there is one that he would do the worst over if it meant to make a sequel. Some projects are best left as is and he understands that more than anything. One mustn’t milk the cow beyond its capabilities.
Se7en Almost Got an Ei8ht
When David Fincher’s Seven was first released, the success...
- 5/6/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
New footage for Deadpool & Wolverine has hit the web, thanks to an IMAX exclusive trailer, which seemingly draws a connection to Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man 2. Set to be the next major leap in MCU’s multiversal saga, it’s safe to assume that the upcoming threequel will feature a plethora of cameos and homages to other Marvel properties under Disney’s umbrella.
While it’ll be interesting to see if Tobey Maguire will end up being one of the major Marvel stars to appear in Deadpool 3, the new trailer does seem to incorporate reference to his iconic trilogy.
Deadpool & Wolverine Seemingly Draw Connection to Spider-Man 2’s Joe’s Pizza A still from Deadpool & Wolverine | Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
One footage from the new IMAX exclusive trailer that has been making rounds on the internet involves Hugh Jackman‘s Logan and Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool bickering in a restaurant.
While it’ll be interesting to see if Tobey Maguire will end up being one of the major Marvel stars to appear in Deadpool 3, the new trailer does seem to incorporate reference to his iconic trilogy.
Deadpool & Wolverine Seemingly Draw Connection to Spider-Man 2’s Joe’s Pizza A still from Deadpool & Wolverine | Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
One footage from the new IMAX exclusive trailer that has been making rounds on the internet involves Hugh Jackman‘s Logan and Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool bickering in a restaurant.
- 5/6/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Willem Dafoe has been synonymous with the Green Goblin after starring as the character in Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man trilogy. The actor was the primary antagonist in the first film and made small cameos in subsequent films. He fully returned to the role in the MCU’s Spider-Man: No Way Home, which saw him as the primary antagonist again.
While Dafoe is perfect as the Green Goblin, many fans have also hoped to see him in other villainous roles, primarily the Joker. However, fans got a glimpse of what he might have been like if he played Doctor Octopus in Spider-Man 2 instead of Alfred Molina in a rare behind-the-scenes footage from the Raimi directorial.
Willem Dafoe Becomes Doctor Octopus For a Day In Spider-Man 2 Willem Dafoe in Spider-Man
Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man trilogy boasted many wonderful villains from the web crawler’s rogues gallery. The films saw classic...
While Dafoe is perfect as the Green Goblin, many fans have also hoped to see him in other villainous roles, primarily the Joker. However, fans got a glimpse of what he might have been like if he played Doctor Octopus in Spider-Man 2 instead of Alfred Molina in a rare behind-the-scenes footage from the Raimi directorial.
Willem Dafoe Becomes Doctor Octopus For a Day In Spider-Man 2 Willem Dafoe in Spider-Man
Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man trilogy boasted many wonderful villains from the web crawler’s rogues gallery. The films saw classic...
- 5/5/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Sam Raimi and Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man franchise was the advent of superhero movies of the current generation. It has been exactly 17 years since the third movie in the trilogy was released, which was the conclusion of a story beloved by many. While the second installment in the trilogy is considered the best, the third one, unfortunately, did not receive similar treatment either from critics or the audience. Screenwriter Alvin Sargent was the man behind the script for the third movie, and he had a pretty good idea on how to move forward.
Tobey Maguire as Spider-Man
Spider-Man 3 ended up being a mixture of too many plots and too many characters. From Harry Osborne to Sandman to Venom, the movie had too many villains and too little time to deal with them properly. This is why Sargent thought of splitting the story into two parts – Spider-Man 3 & 4 – and tell...
Tobey Maguire as Spider-Man
Spider-Man 3 ended up being a mixture of too many plots and too many characters. From Harry Osborne to Sandman to Venom, the movie had too many villains and too little time to deal with them properly. This is why Sargent thought of splitting the story into two parts – Spider-Man 3 & 4 – and tell...
- 5/4/2024
- by Swagata Das
- FandomWire
Spider-Man 4 is a film that a lot of fans are looking forward to, especially after where No Way Home left Peter Parker. He was wiped from the memory of everyone who knew him, leaving him without any friends or family. This Peter Parker essentially had to start from scratch, and will probably be rubbing shoulders with street-level vigilantes like Daredevil and The Punisher, before he gets to become a part of anything like the Avengers.
Tom Holland as Spider-Man in the MCU
However, despite most of the plotlines of the film being wrapped up, there are certain exciting threads that fans want to see explored in future installments of the franchise. One theory that has been floating around online not only wishes to tug on this thread but also uses it to set Sony’s version of the Spider-Man universe straight.
Tom Holland’s Peter Parker could make The...
Tom Holland as Spider-Man in the MCU
However, despite most of the plotlines of the film being wrapped up, there are certain exciting threads that fans want to see explored in future installments of the franchise. One theory that has been floating around online not only wishes to tug on this thread but also uses it to set Sony’s version of the Spider-Man universe straight.
Tom Holland’s Peter Parker could make The...
- 5/4/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
The upcoming Marvel film Deadpool & Wolverine is one of the year’s most anticipated films. It is not only a final sendoff to the Fox-era X-Men film franchise but also introduces the characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
When it was revealed that Hugh Jackman would be Wolverine once more and that he would finally be wearing the iconic yellow suit from the comics, fans went ecstatic. However, it didn’t include his mask. However, a VFX artist called Captainsting on YouTube edited footage of the most recent trailer for the film, giving the character his mask.
Captainsting stated in the description:
“So the recent Deadpool & Wolverine trailer was absolutely mind blowing. It revealed just enough stuff without giving away anything major. But the thing that was missing from the trailer was Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine wearing his iconic mask/cowl. So took the matter in my own...
When it was revealed that Hugh Jackman would be Wolverine once more and that he would finally be wearing the iconic yellow suit from the comics, fans went ecstatic. However, it didn’t include his mask. However, a VFX artist called Captainsting on YouTube edited footage of the most recent trailer for the film, giving the character his mask.
Captainsting stated in the description:
“So the recent Deadpool & Wolverine trailer was absolutely mind blowing. It revealed just enough stuff without giving away anything major. But the thing that was missing from the trailer was Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine wearing his iconic mask/cowl. So took the matter in my own...
- 5/4/2024
- by Mr. Milo
- Pirates & Princesses
David Fincher is an excellent filmmaker, known for making cult classics like Fight Club and Seven. Known for his mastery of visual storytelling and creating deeply immersive cinematic scenes, Fincher is one meticulous filmmaker who has a knack for exploring dark and complex themes.
David Fincher (Image: Wikimedia Commons)
And to have him direct a Spider-Man movie seems unnatural. Yet that was exactly what was supposed to happen and Fincher’s plan was such that Tobey Maguire’s Peter Parker would have been left heartbroken in the same way as Andrew Garfield.
David Fincher Would Have Left Tobey Maguire’s Peter Parker Heartbroken
Tobey Maguire in and as Spider-Man
David Fincher is an excellent filmmaker, and if he were to direct a Spider-Man movie, suffice to say it would have been unlike any typical superhero movie. Known for making complex and psychologically driven masterpieces, Fincher was once very close to directing a superhero movie,...
David Fincher (Image: Wikimedia Commons)
And to have him direct a Spider-Man movie seems unnatural. Yet that was exactly what was supposed to happen and Fincher’s plan was such that Tobey Maguire’s Peter Parker would have been left heartbroken in the same way as Andrew Garfield.
David Fincher Would Have Left Tobey Maguire’s Peter Parker Heartbroken
Tobey Maguire in and as Spider-Man
David Fincher is an excellent filmmaker, and if he were to direct a Spider-Man movie, suffice to say it would have been unlike any typical superhero movie. Known for making complex and psychologically driven masterpieces, Fincher was once very close to directing a superhero movie,...
- 5/4/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
It’s hard for anyone to hate Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man. But the movies featuring the actor would be much different if Harry Potter director, Chris Columbus, had said yes to helm the trilogy. However, Columbus had a bigger fish to fry, and we can’t blame him for passing on Spider-Man.
Chris Columbus. Credit: Comingsoon.net
Harry Potter has been one of the biggest franchises in cinematic history. Not just in terms of box office numbers, but the movie series went on to become a cult hit and a pop cultural phenomenon, still with an astonishing fanbase. We are glad that Columbus joined the movie series pioneering the franchise.
Chris Columbus Chose Harry Potter Over Spider-Man
A still from Chris Columbus’ Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone
Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry fascinated Chris Columbus as he had always intended to direct the cinematic adaptation of J. K. Rowling...
Chris Columbus. Credit: Comingsoon.net
Harry Potter has been one of the biggest franchises in cinematic history. Not just in terms of box office numbers, but the movie series went on to become a cult hit and a pop cultural phenomenon, still with an astonishing fanbase. We are glad that Columbus joined the movie series pioneering the franchise.
Chris Columbus Chose Harry Potter Over Spider-Man
A still from Chris Columbus’ Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone
Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry fascinated Chris Columbus as he had always intended to direct the cinematic adaptation of J. K. Rowling...
- 5/4/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
The CW has spawned a number of DC shows in the past few decades, and The Flash stands among the best of them. Running for nine seasons, the TV show chronicled the journey of the Scarlet Speedster, while also having crossovers and making cameos in other DC shows. However, there were times when The Flash was incredibly close to finishing its run, before it was stretched to 9 seasons.
A still from The Flash
The Flash was originally supposed to end after Season 8, but thanks to fan support and CW execs, the series was given another chance to conclude its story properly.
The Flash Season 8 finale was rewritten multiple times Grant Gustin as The Flash
The Flash’s 9 season run on CW wasn’t easy at all – the production has had several scares of being canceled at various points in time. However, showrunner Eric Wallace had a definitive conclusion in mind,...
A still from The Flash
The Flash was originally supposed to end after Season 8, but thanks to fan support and CW execs, the series was given another chance to conclude its story properly.
The Flash Season 8 finale was rewritten multiple times Grant Gustin as The Flash
The Flash’s 9 season run on CW wasn’t easy at all – the production has had several scares of being canceled at various points in time. However, showrunner Eric Wallace had a definitive conclusion in mind,...
- 5/4/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- FandomWire
Before he returns to the role of Spider-Man’s best friend, “Guy in the Chair” and emergency sorcerer, Jacob Batalon is deepening his relationship with Sony Pictures. Today, Batalon is back on the big screen in the studio’s supernatural horror film, Tarot. Written and directed by Anna Halberg and Spenser Cohen, Tarot chronicles seven college friends whose individual tarot card readings come to life in deadly fashion. Batalon plays Paxton, the impulsive life of the party within his friend group.
Tarot partially utilizes Batalon as comic relief, a role that he’s perfected since breaking out in Jon Watts’ Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017), but the film also allowed him to play afraid, something young actors often cite as being the most difficult emotion to play given the mechanics of a film set.
“It’s pretty tough. You have to find an organic reason to be scared. You really want to try...
Tarot partially utilizes Batalon as comic relief, a role that he’s perfected since breaking out in Jon Watts’ Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017), but the film also allowed him to play afraid, something young actors often cite as being the most difficult emotion to play given the mechanics of a film set.
“It’s pretty tough. You have to find an organic reason to be scared. You really want to try...
- 5/3/2024
- by Brian Davids
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Kate Hudson has starred in several interesting projects that catapulted her to fame. Initially getting her breakthrough in the 2000 project, Almost Famous which also bagged her numerous awards, she showcased her versatility with other projects like How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, Bride Wars, and The Skeleton Key.
Kate Hudson’s look in her recent film Glass Onion
Given that her portfolio has covered quite different projects so far, she recently expressed her opinions that she feels herself to be well suited to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
Kate Hudson Commented on the Possibility of Joining the MCU
It’s been ages since the Marvel Cinematic Universe became one of the most popular superhero franchises worldwide. Kicking off the universe with Iron Man, many comic heroes joined the journey like Captain America, Spider-Man, Hulk, Black Widow, etc.
Suggested“I think that’s why I was cast”: Matthew McConaughey...
Kate Hudson’s look in her recent film Glass Onion
Given that her portfolio has covered quite different projects so far, she recently expressed her opinions that she feels herself to be well suited to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
Kate Hudson Commented on the Possibility of Joining the MCU
It’s been ages since the Marvel Cinematic Universe became one of the most popular superhero franchises worldwide. Kicking off the universe with Iron Man, many comic heroes joined the journey like Captain America, Spider-Man, Hulk, Black Widow, etc.
Suggested“I think that’s why I was cast”: Matthew McConaughey...
- 5/3/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
Although Tobey Maguire and Tom Holland are loved as the web-slingers in their own respective places, Andrew Garfield’s Spider-Man was just a bit different. Maybe it was his physique or just his impeccable performance in the role, but what can’t be denied is just how distinctive his version of Peter Parker was — something that further made fans yearn for his unmade third installment.
Andrew Garfield as Peter Parker. | Credit: Sony Pictures.
That being said, the third installment in his film series would have unarguably further explained the greatest mystery related to his friendly neighborhood superhero. But since the film never came to be, fans thought it better to ask Garfield to unwind that mystery. However, as surprising as it may be, it turns out that even the 40-year-old actor is as much in the dark about this as everyone else!
Even Andrew Garfield is Clueless About This One...
Andrew Garfield as Peter Parker. | Credit: Sony Pictures.
That being said, the third installment in his film series would have unarguably further explained the greatest mystery related to his friendly neighborhood superhero. But since the film never came to be, fans thought it better to ask Garfield to unwind that mystery. However, as surprising as it may be, it turns out that even the 40-year-old actor is as much in the dark about this as everyone else!
Even Andrew Garfield is Clueless About This One...
- 5/3/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
Taylor Sheridan began his career as an actor but shot to fame as a writer with TV shows such as Yellowstone and Tulsa King, and movies such as Sicario and Wind River. Sheridan’s works are known for their explorations of rural American life and often see a clash between traditional American life and modernity.
One of the primary examples of this school of thought is the Kevin Costner starrer Yellowstone. The show has garnered a dedicated fan following and constantly has a massive viewership, despite not impressing critics. Sheridan reportedly mentioned that he knows that critics hate his show as there is ‘no plot’ in it and is designed to be hated.
Taylor Sheridan Opens Up About Yellowstone’s Success Taylor Sheridan in Yellowstone
Taylor Sheridan transitioned from an acting career to a screenwriting career after featuring in shows such as Sons of Anarchy and Veronica Mars. Sheridan reportedly...
One of the primary examples of this school of thought is the Kevin Costner starrer Yellowstone. The show has garnered a dedicated fan following and constantly has a massive viewership, despite not impressing critics. Sheridan reportedly mentioned that he knows that critics hate his show as there is ‘no plot’ in it and is designed to be hated.
Taylor Sheridan Opens Up About Yellowstone’s Success Taylor Sheridan in Yellowstone
Taylor Sheridan transitioned from an acting career to a screenwriting career after featuring in shows such as Sons of Anarchy and Veronica Mars. Sheridan reportedly...
- 5/2/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Andrew Garfield’s The Amazing Spider-Man series may not have ended in a trilogy, but it surely won a lot of hearts for his portrayal of Peter Parker. There are not a lot of Marvel heroes with a tragic story like the beloved webhead, but he still manages to smile through the clouds of sorrow.
Something that every Spider-Man tale has in common, other than his suffering, is that he is an orphan, having lost both his parents at a young age. Not much is known about them through the films, just that they were scientists and worked for a secret organization. However, a deleted scene from Tasm 2 changes a lot of things.
Andrew Garfield in The Amazing Spider-Man 2
The alternate ending, if kept, would have softened the heartbreaking blow Peter received when Gwen Stacy died and would have given him the much-needed motivation to wear his iconic mask back once again.
Something that every Spider-Man tale has in common, other than his suffering, is that he is an orphan, having lost both his parents at a young age. Not much is known about them through the films, just that they were scientists and worked for a secret organization. However, a deleted scene from Tasm 2 changes a lot of things.
Andrew Garfield in The Amazing Spider-Man 2
The alternate ending, if kept, would have softened the heartbreaking blow Peter received when Gwen Stacy died and would have given him the much-needed motivation to wear his iconic mask back once again.
- 5/2/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
X-Men ’97 has fascinated fans and critics. The series has certainly given fans a nostalgic experience, as the Disney+ show continued where it was left in X-Men: The Animated Series (1992–1997) with the original cast. Also, as the show premiered, several surprises have baffled fans with excitement.
Spider-Man in Spider-Man animated series
One of the recent surprises was when Spider-Man popped up in episode 8 of the series. Now, fans want Spider-Man animated series voice actor Christopher Daniel Barnes to return to the MCU with his 90s Spider-Man. The actor recently revealed that he is open to coming back.
Will Christopher Daniel Barnes Return To Voice Spider-Man Again? Christopher Daniel Barnes. Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Christopher Daniel Barnes, who voiced the Animated Spider-Man series’ title character, said that he would love to return to voice the titular character again. This seems plausible as Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige previously insisted on bringing...
Spider-Man in Spider-Man animated series
One of the recent surprises was when Spider-Man popped up in episode 8 of the series. Now, fans want Spider-Man animated series voice actor Christopher Daniel Barnes to return to the MCU with his 90s Spider-Man. The actor recently revealed that he is open to coming back.
Will Christopher Daniel Barnes Return To Voice Spider-Man Again? Christopher Daniel Barnes. Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Christopher Daniel Barnes, who voiced the Animated Spider-Man series’ title character, said that he would love to return to voice the titular character again. This seems plausible as Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige previously insisted on bringing...
- 5/2/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
Sam Raimi’s ‘Spider-Man’ trilogy still remains one of the most iconic comic book movie trilogies of all time, since it introduced a plethora of villains long before MCU was a thing. One of those villains was Molina’s Doc Ock.
Molina portrayed the character’s arc flawlessly, transitioning from a brilliant scientist to a mind-controlled villain and ultimately becoming a genuine hero. Molina excelled in both emotional and action-packed scenes, adding depth to the character of Doc Ock and making him one of Spider-Man’s most compelling movie villains.
Now in his recent interview with Vanity Fair, Molina revealed that he was surprised he was asked to reprise his role. He was a bit worried however due to his advanced age, but Pascal and Watts reassured him they had the technology to “fix it.”
“Coming back 17 years later to play the character again, no one was more surprised than me.
Molina portrayed the character’s arc flawlessly, transitioning from a brilliant scientist to a mind-controlled villain and ultimately becoming a genuine hero. Molina excelled in both emotional and action-packed scenes, adding depth to the character of Doc Ock and making him one of Spider-Man’s most compelling movie villains.
Now in his recent interview with Vanity Fair, Molina revealed that he was surprised he was asked to reprise his role. He was a bit worried however due to his advanced age, but Pascal and Watts reassured him they had the technology to “fix it.”
“Coming back 17 years later to play the character again, no one was more surprised than me.
- 5/1/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Sam Raimi’s ‘Spider-Man’ trilogy remains one of the most iconic comic book movie trilogies, introducing numerous villains before the MCU era. Among them was Molina’s portrayal of Doc Ock.
Molina’s seamless portrayal captured the character’s evolution from a brilliant scientist to a mind-controlled villain and eventual hero. Excelling in both emotional and action-packed scenes, Molina added depth to Doc Ock, solidifying him as one of Spider-Man’s most captivating movie villains.
In a recent interview with Vanity Fair, Molina disclosed his surprise at being approached to reprise his role. Despite some concerns about his age, Pascal and Watts reassured him they had the technology to “fix it.”
“Coming back 17 years later to play the character again, no one was more surprised than me. When they asked me, I said, ‘You realize I’m quite a bit older? I’ve got crow’s feet, I’ve got a wattle,...
Molina’s seamless portrayal captured the character’s evolution from a brilliant scientist to a mind-controlled villain and eventual hero. Excelling in both emotional and action-packed scenes, Molina added depth to Doc Ock, solidifying him as one of Spider-Man’s most captivating movie villains.
In a recent interview with Vanity Fair, Molina disclosed his surprise at being approached to reprise his role. Despite some concerns about his age, Pascal and Watts reassured him they had the technology to “fix it.”
“Coming back 17 years later to play the character again, no one was more surprised than me. When they asked me, I said, ‘You realize I’m quite a bit older? I’ve got crow’s feet, I’ve got a wattle,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
The original Spider-Man films could’ve changed the career of one Yellowstone star but he chose to turn down the offer. Tobey Maguire’s Spidey role was reportedly first offered to Wes Bentley, who now plays the despicable Jamie Dutton in Taylor Sheridan’s Western drama. Bentley revealed that he rejected the offer since the comic book movies were not performing well at the time, especially with the two subpar Batman movies from Joel Schumacher.
Wes Bentley opened up about his Yellowstone role and the role that he missed out on
Before he turned down the Spider-Man role, Bentley became a promising young star with his role as Ricky Fitts in American Beauty. Bentley went on to star in other movies like The Hunger Games, Interstellar, and Mission: Impossible 6.
Yellowstone Star Wes Bentley Could’ve Been The Original Spider-Man Actor
Yellowstone star Wes Bentley rejected one popular superhero role
Wes...
Wes Bentley opened up about his Yellowstone role and the role that he missed out on
Before he turned down the Spider-Man role, Bentley became a promising young star with his role as Ricky Fitts in American Beauty. Bentley went on to star in other movies like The Hunger Games, Interstellar, and Mission: Impossible 6.
Yellowstone Star Wes Bentley Could’ve Been The Original Spider-Man Actor
Yellowstone star Wes Bentley rejected one popular superhero role
Wes...
- 5/1/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
There are any number of actors who could have taken on the role of Dr. Otto Octavius in 2004's Spider-Man 2, but Sam Raimi made a somewhat unlikely choice with Alfred Molina. However, it would prove to absolutely be the right one.
The actor made Doctor Octopus his own and, even two decades later, his Doc Ock is still considered one of the best comic book supervillains to ever grace the screen.
In a recent interview, Molina reflected on his career and admitted he was surprised to be considered seeing as he was best known at the time for his roles in Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark and Frida.
"It was a big surprise to me, because it's not the kind of movie that I imagined myself to be qualified for. You always think of these big action films as [casting] physical types, and I've definitely never been that.
The actor made Doctor Octopus his own and, even two decades later, his Doc Ock is still considered one of the best comic book supervillains to ever grace the screen.
In a recent interview, Molina reflected on his career and admitted he was surprised to be considered seeing as he was best known at the time for his roles in Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark and Frida.
"It was a big surprise to me, because it's not the kind of movie that I imagined myself to be qualified for. You always think of these big action films as [casting] physical types, and I've definitely never been that.
- 5/1/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Challengers Box Office (North America): Beats Will Smith’s Tennis Drama King Richard’s Domestic Collections ( Photo Credit – YouTube )
Zendaya is experiencing rave reviews for her performance in Luca Guadagnino’s directorial Challengers. The film is already breaking some box office records. After becoming Luca’s second highest-grossing film, it has surpassed one of Will Smith’s movies at the domestic box office. Scroll below for more.
Before this R-rated tennis drama, Zendaya was praised for her work in Denis Villeneuve’s film Dune: Part Two, which is already one of the highest-grossing films of 2024. It featured Timothee Chalamet opposite the Spider-Man: No Way Home actress, and they are among the rising stars in Hollywood. The 27-year-old has won two Emmy Awards for her impressive performance in the HBO series Euphoria.
Luca Guadagnino’s movie Challengers has surpassed Will Smith’s tennis drama King Richards Collection at the North American box office,...
Zendaya is experiencing rave reviews for her performance in Luca Guadagnino’s directorial Challengers. The film is already breaking some box office records. After becoming Luca’s second highest-grossing film, it has surpassed one of Will Smith’s movies at the domestic box office. Scroll below for more.
Before this R-rated tennis drama, Zendaya was praised for her work in Denis Villeneuve’s film Dune: Part Two, which is already one of the highest-grossing films of 2024. It featured Timothee Chalamet opposite the Spider-Man: No Way Home actress, and they are among the rising stars in Hollywood. The 27-year-old has won two Emmy Awards for her impressive performance in the HBO series Euphoria.
Luca Guadagnino’s movie Challengers has surpassed Will Smith’s tennis drama King Richards Collection at the North American box office,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Spider-Man 3 Box Office: Decoding Tobey Maguire Led Threequel’s Commercial Success( Photo Credit – IMDb )
Tobey Maguire will always remain the Og Spider-Man and is undoubtedly a fan favorite one. Recently, Tobey and Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man has been re-released in the United States after over a decade, and on that special occasion, let us take a look at its box office numbers. The movie not only had the biggest opening but earned the highest in the franchise as well. Scroll below for more.
The film was released in 2007 and was the last in Sam Raimi‘s trilogy of Spidey movies starring Tobey as Peter Parker. This film also gave the audience the Bully Maguire. The memes are still prevalent on social media and are a relevant part of the pop culture. There are two supervillains in this movie, Sandman and Venom.
Peter Parker’s Spider-Man suit turns black in...
Tobey Maguire will always remain the Og Spider-Man and is undoubtedly a fan favorite one. Recently, Tobey and Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man has been re-released in the United States after over a decade, and on that special occasion, let us take a look at its box office numbers. The movie not only had the biggest opening but earned the highest in the franchise as well. Scroll below for more.
The film was released in 2007 and was the last in Sam Raimi‘s trilogy of Spidey movies starring Tobey as Peter Parker. This film also gave the audience the Bully Maguire. The memes are still prevalent on social media and are a relevant part of the pop culture. There are two supervillains in this movie, Sandman and Venom.
Peter Parker’s Spider-Man suit turns black in...
- 4/30/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Alfred Molina’s career seems to be built on his weird onscreen relationship with spiders. The actor is best known for playing the role of Dr. Otto Octavius / Doctor Octopus in Spider-Man 2 and also reprised it in 2021’s Spider-Man: No Way Home. However, Molina’s debut film was the first entry in the Indiana Jones franchise.
Alfred Molina made his film debut with Raiders of the Lost Ark
In Raiders of the Lost Ark, Molina has a small role where he is forced to tend to a swarm of tarantulas while helping Indiana Jones. However, given the story behind the filming of the scene, which used real spiders, Molina’s dedication to his craft despite the small screen time he received in the film is commendable. Here is why Alfred Molina’s Raiders of the Lost Ark role deserves applause even after 43 years.
Alfred Molina Talks Getting Swarmed By...
Alfred Molina made his film debut with Raiders of the Lost Ark
In Raiders of the Lost Ark, Molina has a small role where he is forced to tend to a swarm of tarantulas while helping Indiana Jones. However, given the story behind the filming of the scene, which used real spiders, Molina’s dedication to his craft despite the small screen time he received in the film is commendable. Here is why Alfred Molina’s Raiders of the Lost Ark role deserves applause even after 43 years.
Alfred Molina Talks Getting Swarmed By...
- 4/30/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Spider-Man 3 became the latest movie featuring the web-slinger to return to theaters yesterday evening. Sony Pictures' "Spider-Mondays" are part of the studio's 100th-anniversary celebrations, giving fans the chance to experience Spidey's adventures on the big screen either again or for the first time.
While Spider-Man 3 is typically considered the worst of Sam Raimi's trilogy, it swung to an impressive $760,000 at the U.S. box office yesterday in just 466 venues.
To compare, Spider-Man opened to $680,000 in 466 U.S. theaters two weeks ago and the classic Spider-Man 2 made $805,000 in 467 of them. The sequel taking the top spot isn't a surprise, but Spider-Man 3 clearly has more fans than we realised.
The movie had the biggest per theater average with $1,600, beating even new releases.
Spider-Man 3 was originally released in 2007 and starred Tobey Maguire as Peter Parker/Spider-Man, alongside Kirsten Dunst as Mary Jane Watson, James Franco as Harry Osborn/New Goblin,...
While Spider-Man 3 is typically considered the worst of Sam Raimi's trilogy, it swung to an impressive $760,000 at the U.S. box office yesterday in just 466 venues.
To compare, Spider-Man opened to $680,000 in 466 U.S. theaters two weeks ago and the classic Spider-Man 2 made $805,000 in 467 of them. The sequel taking the top spot isn't a surprise, but Spider-Man 3 clearly has more fans than we realised.
The movie had the biggest per theater average with $1,600, beating even new releases.
Spider-Man 3 was originally released in 2007 and starred Tobey Maguire as Peter Parker/Spider-Man, alongside Kirsten Dunst as Mary Jane Watson, James Franco as Harry Osborn/New Goblin,...
- 4/30/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Alfred Molina Reflects on His Doc Ock Return in Spider-Man: No Way Home - Main Image
Alfred Molina recently opened up about reprising his iconic role of Doc Ock in Spider-Man: No Way Home.
The veteran actor first played the fan-favorite villain in Spider-Man 2 where he faced off against Tobey Maguire's Spider-Man. He reprised the role again in the MCU film alongside the other villain actors in past Spider-Man franchise.
A lot of fans were delighted when Molina returned to the role after almost two decades and they believe that the actor still delivered an impressive performance just like his first appearance.
Also Read: Jacob Batalon Addresses Potential Return as Ned Leeds in Spider-Man 4
Spider-Man: No Way Home Star Alfred Molina Discusses His Return as Doc Ock
In a recent interview, Molina opened up about his return as Doc Ock in Spider-Man: No Way Home and explained why...
Alfred Molina recently opened up about reprising his iconic role of Doc Ock in Spider-Man: No Way Home.
The veteran actor first played the fan-favorite villain in Spider-Man 2 where he faced off against Tobey Maguire's Spider-Man. He reprised the role again in the MCU film alongside the other villain actors in past Spider-Man franchise.
A lot of fans were delighted when Molina returned to the role after almost two decades and they believe that the actor still delivered an impressive performance just like his first appearance.
Also Read: Jacob Batalon Addresses Potential Return as Ned Leeds in Spider-Man 4
Spider-Man: No Way Home Star Alfred Molina Discusses His Return as Doc Ock
In a recent interview, Molina opened up about his return as Doc Ock in Spider-Man: No Way Home and explained why...
- 4/30/2024
- EpicStream
Spider-Man 3 swung into theaters again yesterday, but it was way back in 2007 that we first saw Peter Parker encounter the alien costume.
The web-slinger soon embraced his darker side, though it was a relatively rushed subplot and one we've since learned was shoehorned into the threequel by producer Avi Arad (who expected to sell a lot of Venom toys).
In the movie, Tobey Maguire's web-slinger was decked out in a black version of his regular red and blue suit. Venom was a little more comic-accurate, though quite a bit smaller than the version on the page. In fact, the design continues to divide the opinions of fans.
However, something tells us what you'll see in the X post below would have really left fans fuming.
This rarely-seen concept art showcases very early designs by creature designs and artists Constantine Sekeris and Ej Krisor. A major departure from the comics,...
The web-slinger soon embraced his darker side, though it was a relatively rushed subplot and one we've since learned was shoehorned into the threequel by producer Avi Arad (who expected to sell a lot of Venom toys).
In the movie, Tobey Maguire's web-slinger was decked out in a black version of his regular red and blue suit. Venom was a little more comic-accurate, though quite a bit smaller than the version on the page. In fact, the design continues to divide the opinions of fans.
However, something tells us what you'll see in the X post below would have really left fans fuming.
This rarely-seen concept art showcases very early designs by creature designs and artists Constantine Sekeris and Ej Krisor. A major departure from the comics,...
- 4/30/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
When we think of the iconic portrayal of Dr. Otto Octavius / Doctor Octopus in Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man 2 (2004), one name instantly springs to mind: Alfred Molina. The latter’s performance as the villainous Doc Ock is widely considered to be among the finest performances of the entire Spider-Man film franchise.
But what if we told you that the London-born actor, 70, might not have even been a part of the film without the crucial role of Raimi’s wife, Gillian Greene? Can you think of anyone else who could portray the multifaceted villain with such finesse?
Alfred Molina as Dr. Octopus in Spider-Man 2
While Molina is a seasoned and talented actor with an impressive résumé, it was Greene’s keen eye behind the scenes that ultimately led to Molina’s casting as Otto Octavius.
The Untold Story: How Sam Raimi’s Wife Shaped Alfred Molina’s Role in Spider-Man 2...
But what if we told you that the London-born actor, 70, might not have even been a part of the film without the crucial role of Raimi’s wife, Gillian Greene? Can you think of anyone else who could portray the multifaceted villain with such finesse?
Alfred Molina as Dr. Octopus in Spider-Man 2
While Molina is a seasoned and talented actor with an impressive résumé, it was Greene’s keen eye behind the scenes that ultimately led to Molina’s casting as Otto Octavius.
The Untold Story: How Sam Raimi’s Wife Shaped Alfred Molina’s Role in Spider-Man 2...
- 4/30/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Alfred Molina’s first big breakthrough and Hollywood movie debut, Raiders of the Lost Ark, starring Hollywood legend Harrison Ford, opened the doors for the actor to more potential roles. Molina now has more than 200 acting credits to his name, but when he joined the Steven Spielberg film, he was broke.
Harrison Ford and Alfred Molina in Raiders from the Lost Ark
Molina recently revealed that Spielberg saved his life and career as an actor. Of course, we all remember the British actor as the Spider-Man villain, Doctor Octopus in Tobey Maguire’s MCU movies (who also appeared in Spider-Man: No Way Home alongside Maguire). But he owes a lot to the Hollywood gentleman for reducing Molina’s sinking boat as he struggled to walk through life.
Alfred Molina Admitted That Steven Spielberg Saved His Life
Alfred Molina in Raiders of the Lost Ark
Alfred Molina has forged his cinematic legacy,...
Harrison Ford and Alfred Molina in Raiders from the Lost Ark
Molina recently revealed that Spielberg saved his life and career as an actor. Of course, we all remember the British actor as the Spider-Man villain, Doctor Octopus in Tobey Maguire’s MCU movies (who also appeared in Spider-Man: No Way Home alongside Maguire). But he owes a lot to the Hollywood gentleman for reducing Molina’s sinking boat as he struggled to walk through life.
Alfred Molina Admitted That Steven Spielberg Saved His Life
Alfred Molina in Raiders of the Lost Ark
Alfred Molina has forged his cinematic legacy,...
- 4/30/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
If there’s one hero comic book writers love to torment the most, it has to be the friendly neighborhood superhero Spider-Man. There’s barely anyone else who is down on their luck more often than the web-crawler, and still, he manages to smile and keeps going on.
However, there are times when even the most hopeful of Marvel heroes can get crushed to the point where he loses his mind, and that is one of the possibilities that can be adapted by Sam Raimi, if he ever returns for Spider-Man 4.
Hollywood director Sam Raimi on the sets of Spider-Man
Especially after the multiverse saga, the possibility of adapting an alternate universe story from some of the darker versions of Spider-Man is very real. And given Raimi’s expertise in dealing with horror and dystopia, it can turn out to be really good!
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However, there are times when even the most hopeful of Marvel heroes can get crushed to the point where he loses his mind, and that is one of the possibilities that can be adapted by Sam Raimi, if he ever returns for Spider-Man 4.
Hollywood director Sam Raimi on the sets of Spider-Man
Especially after the multiverse saga, the possibility of adapting an alternate universe story from some of the darker versions of Spider-Man is very real. And given Raimi’s expertise in dealing with horror and dystopia, it can turn out to be really good!
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- 4/29/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- FandomWire
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