On Friday June 7 2024, Disney broadcasts an episode of the series Marvel’s Spidey and His Amazing Friends!
Zola’s Novel Idea / Greatest Hits Season 3 Episode 14 Episode Summary
In this episode of “Marvel’s Spidey and His Amazing Friends” on Disney, viewers are in for an exciting adventure as Zola takes center stage with her daring escapade. Titled “Zola’s Novel Idea / Greatest Hits,” the episode follows Zola as she steals the Bookmobile and the writer Millicent McKeen, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown with Spidey and his friends.
As Zola embarks on her mischievous plot, Spidey, along with his amazing friends, swing into action to thwart her plans and save the day. With their unique superpowers and quick thinking, Spidey, Ghost-Spider, and Miles Morales race against time to stop Zola and protect the city from her villainous schemes.
Meanwhile, in a twist of events, the villains unite forces to...
Zola’s Novel Idea / Greatest Hits Season 3 Episode 14 Episode Summary
In this episode of “Marvel’s Spidey and His Amazing Friends” on Disney, viewers are in for an exciting adventure as Zola takes center stage with her daring escapade. Titled “Zola’s Novel Idea / Greatest Hits,” the episode follows Zola as she steals the Bookmobile and the writer Millicent McKeen, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown with Spidey and his friends.
As Zola embarks on her mischievous plot, Spidey, along with his amazing friends, swing into action to thwart her plans and save the day. With their unique superpowers and quick thinking, Spidey, Ghost-Spider, and Miles Morales race against time to stop Zola and protect the city from her villainous schemes.
Meanwhile, in a twist of events, the villains unite forces to...
- 6/7/2024
- by US Posts
- TV Regular
The sins of Norman Osborn have returned to their rightful host, unleashing the Green Goblin on the world once more. Peter Parker had been planning for this eventuality and managed to corner Norman in his lab, where Spider-Man was able to even the playing field to get the upper hand.
Unfortunately, the Green Goblin had a trick up his own sleeve. When Peter had taken the sins of Norman Osborn into himself months ago, his twisted persona preserved itself via the Winker Device, brainwashing Peter to switch back to it when a code phrase is said.
Green Goblin activated the phrase and brought Spider-Goblin to the forefront of Peter's psyche. In today's Amazing Spider-Man #51, we see the Sinister Six plotting to take revenge on The Living Brain.
Kraven the Hunter tries to warn the Six of the threat Osborn's sins pose to them, only to be mocked by his teammates.
Unfortunately, the Green Goblin had a trick up his own sleeve. When Peter had taken the sins of Norman Osborn into himself months ago, his twisted persona preserved itself via the Winker Device, brainwashing Peter to switch back to it when a code phrase is said.
Green Goblin activated the phrase and brought Spider-Goblin to the forefront of Peter's psyche. In today's Amazing Spider-Man #51, we see the Sinister Six plotting to take revenge on The Living Brain.
Kraven the Hunter tries to warn the Six of the threat Osborn's sins pose to them, only to be mocked by his teammates.
- 6/5/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
In recent years, audiences have seen Willem Dafoe do all kinds of things. He’s played ‘God’ in Poor Things, responsible for the creation of all kinds of hybrid creatures. He leapt around and farted in a cave for Robert Eggers’ The Northman. Even Spider-Man: No Way Home had him talking to himself down a back alley in his return as the Green Goblin. But Dafoe’s journey into weirder, wilder roles is far from over – he’s entering Tim Burton’s world in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, joining the hordes of underworld oddities in the long-awaited sequel.
Specifically, the film sees Dafoe play the brilliantly-named Wolf Jackson – an actor who, given that he was known for playing cop ‘Frank Hardballer’ when he was alive, has taken on a similar role in the afterlife as the head of the Afterlife Crimes Unit. Oh, and he has a segment of skull missing, leaving...
Specifically, the film sees Dafoe play the brilliantly-named Wolf Jackson – an actor who, given that he was known for playing cop ‘Frank Hardballer’ when he was alive, has taken on a similar role in the afterlife as the head of the Afterlife Crimes Unit. Oh, and he has a segment of skull missing, leaving...
- 6/3/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - Movies
Amazing Spider-Man #50 was recently released and ended with a major status quo shift for Peter Parker. The hero has been secretly brainwashed by the Green Goblin, transforming him into the twisted "Spider-Goblin."
We've yet to see the consequences of that change, though we're not expecting the hero's villainous new persona to be a permanent change.
The series has also seen the Sinister Six reassemble, and while that would usually be a problem for Peter, they'll now have to face the web-slinger with his twisted new persona.
Today, we have two spectacular variant covers for the final two chapters in this storyline; illustrated by Gabrielle Dell'Otto, we see the classic version of Spidey doing battle with the team: Doctor Octopus, Kraven the Hunter, Electro, Mysterio, Sandman, and The Vulture.
Wells, whose MCU credits include She-Hulk: Attorney at Law and the upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine and Marvel Zombies, talked last year about...
We've yet to see the consequences of that change, though we're not expecting the hero's villainous new persona to be a permanent change.
The series has also seen the Sinister Six reassemble, and while that would usually be a problem for Peter, they'll now have to face the web-slinger with his twisted new persona.
Today, we have two spectacular variant covers for the final two chapters in this storyline; illustrated by Gabrielle Dell'Otto, we see the classic version of Spidey doing battle with the team: Doctor Octopus, Kraven the Hunter, Electro, Mysterio, Sandman, and The Vulture.
Wells, whose MCU credits include She-Hulk: Attorney at Law and the upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine and Marvel Zombies, talked last year about...
- 6/3/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Get ready for an action-packed episode of “Marvel’s Spidey and His Amazing Friends” with Season 3 Episode 14 titled “Zola’s Novel Idea / Greatest Hits,” airing this Friday at 10:00 Am on Disney. In this thrilling installment, viewers will be treated to a double dose of excitement as Spidey and his friends face off against formidable foes.
The episode kicks off with Zola, the mischievous villain, hatching a daring plan to steal the Bookmobile and the writer Millicent McKeen. As Zola sets her sights on her next target, Spidey and his friends swing into action to stop her and save the day.
But the heroes’ work is far from over, as they soon find themselves facing off against a formidable team of villains who have teamed up to steal back their old inventions from the museum’s new exhibit. With danger lurking around every corner, Spidey and his friends must use...
The episode kicks off with Zola, the mischievous villain, hatching a daring plan to steal the Bookmobile and the writer Millicent McKeen. As Zola sets her sights on her next target, Spidey and his friends swing into action to stop her and save the day.
But the heroes’ work is far from over, as they soon find themselves facing off against a formidable team of villains who have teamed up to steal back their old inventions from the museum’s new exhibit. With danger lurking around every corner, Spidey and his friends must use...
- 5/31/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
The new UItimate Universe was created when a diabolical genius known as The Maker created his ideal Earth by systematically preventing anyone from ever becoming a superhero. To rule his perfected reality, he placed supervillains in charge of different regions, and together, The Maker's Council orchestrated the history of the world.
When Tony Stark discovered its true history, the Maker's Council perpetrated a terrible attack on New York City in Stark's name.
As we see in the opening pages of today's Ultimate Spider-Man #5, two of the victims of the attack were Norman Osborn, C.E.O. of Oscorp, and his wife, Emily.
The issue then moves to the immediate aftermath of that, with Harry learning he's inherited his father's empire. He's summoned by Wilson Fisk, with the villain revealing he's been named the Shadow Governor of the greater New York territory and Manhattan's "Kingpin."
What remains of Stark's company could be a problem,...
When Tony Stark discovered its true history, the Maker's Council perpetrated a terrible attack on New York City in Stark's name.
As we see in the opening pages of today's Ultimate Spider-Man #5, two of the victims of the attack were Norman Osborn, C.E.O. of Oscorp, and his wife, Emily.
The issue then moves to the immediate aftermath of that, with Harry learning he's inherited his father's empire. He's summoned by Wilson Fisk, with the villain revealing he's been named the Shadow Governor of the greater New York territory and Manhattan's "Kingpin."
What remains of Stark's company could be a problem,...
- 5/29/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Tom Holland’s Spider-Man movie series is expanding with another installment after the grand success of the third movie Spider-Man: No Way Home, it was the ultimate treat for Marvel fans. Now, the upcoming Spider-Man movie, as speculation dictates, is going to be more grounded with a bit of multiversal touch.
Tom Holland stars as Peter Parker/Spider-Man in Columbia Pictures’ Spider-man: No Way Home.
If not multiversal, Spider-Man might go to its classic root, to its classic villains— Norman and Harry Osborn. New speculation recently suggested that fans could see Dune star Timothée Chalamet making his Spider-Man debut playing a villainous Harry Osborn and in this case, Kevin Feige might hire one MCU star again, this time for the role of Norman Osborn.
Potential Cast For Spider-Man 4
Timothée Chalamet in a still from Dune: Part One. Credit: Marvel Studios
While there has not been much official information regarding...
Tom Holland stars as Peter Parker/Spider-Man in Columbia Pictures’ Spider-man: No Way Home.
If not multiversal, Spider-Man might go to its classic root, to its classic villains— Norman and Harry Osborn. New speculation recently suggested that fans could see Dune star Timothée Chalamet making his Spider-Man debut playing a villainous Harry Osborn and in this case, Kevin Feige might hire one MCU star again, this time for the role of Norman Osborn.
Potential Cast For Spider-Man 4
Timothée Chalamet in a still from Dune: Part One. Credit: Marvel Studios
While there has not been much official information regarding...
- 5/29/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
When Marvel Studios teamed with Sony Pictures and agreed to share Spider-Man, the decision was quickly made to focus on villains the web-slinger hadn't faced on screen before.
Spider-Man: Homecoming featured Shocker and The Vulture and even set the stage for Scorpion's eventual debut by introducing Mac Gargan. Spider-Man: Far From Home shifted focus to Mysterio, only for Spider-Man: No Way Home to pit Tom Holland's Peter Parker against the baddies from previous Spider-Man movies.
The MCU hero battled Green Goblin, Doctor Octopus, Electro, Sandman, and The Lizard; however, as exciting as that was for fans, it seemingly closed the door on new versions of those baddies appearing on Earth-616.
Heck, Willem Dafoe's Norman Osborn even confirmed his Variant doesn't exist on that world!
Now, though, scooper Alex Perez claims Green Goblin and Doctor Octopus "will be, if not, the final villains Holland’s Spider-Man faces when...
Spider-Man: Homecoming featured Shocker and The Vulture and even set the stage for Scorpion's eventual debut by introducing Mac Gargan. Spider-Man: Far From Home shifted focus to Mysterio, only for Spider-Man: No Way Home to pit Tom Holland's Peter Parker against the baddies from previous Spider-Man movies.
The MCU hero battled Green Goblin, Doctor Octopus, Electro, Sandman, and The Lizard; however, as exciting as that was for fans, it seemingly closed the door on new versions of those baddies appearing on Earth-616.
Heck, Willem Dafoe's Norman Osborn even confirmed his Variant doesn't exist on that world!
Now, though, scooper Alex Perez claims Green Goblin and Doctor Octopus "will be, if not, the final villains Holland’s Spider-Man faces when...
- 5/28/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The MCU has a busy lineup of upcoming movies, despite Marvel Studios facing challenges with their recent projects. There’s been talk about releasing fewer films and shows due to fan fatigue over declining quality. However, Spider-Man remains a major draw, consistently proving to be Marvel’s most profitable franchise.
In the MCU, Spider-Man has had three standalone movies, with a fourth confirmed. Producer Amy Pascal mentioned several months ago that work on the sequel had been underway but paused due to solidarity with the ongoing WGA Strike at the time.
With the development of the movie now in full swing, new rumors have emerged about who Tom Holland’s Spider-Man will face in the fourth installment. According to Alex Perez from Cosmic Circus, Spider-Man will battle Doc Ock and Green Goblin once more in the MCU. It’s still unclear if the former actors will return to reprise their roles.
In the MCU, Spider-Man has had three standalone movies, with a fourth confirmed. Producer Amy Pascal mentioned several months ago that work on the sequel had been underway but paused due to solidarity with the ongoing WGA Strike at the time.
With the development of the movie now in full swing, new rumors have emerged about who Tom Holland’s Spider-Man will face in the fourth installment. According to Alex Perez from Cosmic Circus, Spider-Man will battle Doc Ock and Green Goblin once more in the MCU. It’s still unclear if the former actors will return to reprise their roles.
- 5/28/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
MCU has quite a slate of movies coming up, even though Marvel Studios has hit a rough patch with the last couple of projects. There have been talks about releasing fewer projects, as fans are definitely becoming tired of shows and movies of lower quality; still, if one character always managed to drag people to movies, it’s Spider-Man, by far the most profitable Marvel franchise, no matter the product you’re looking at.
So far, talking about the MCU specifically, Spider-Man has three standalone movies and a fourth on the way. This was confirmed several months ago by producer Amy Pascal, who confirmed that the work on the sequel has been ongoing but stopped due to the solidarity with the ongoing WGA Strike at the time.
Now that the development of the movie is going full steam ahead, there are some new rumors to cover regarding who Tom Holland...
So far, talking about the MCU specifically, Spider-Man has three standalone movies and a fourth on the way. This was confirmed several months ago by producer Amy Pascal, who confirmed that the work on the sequel has been ongoing but stopped due to the solidarity with the ongoing WGA Strike at the time.
Now that the development of the movie is going full steam ahead, there are some new rumors to cover regarding who Tom Holland...
- 5/28/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Recent inside sources reveal that after the epic showdown in Tom Holland’s No Way Home, the iconic Doctor Octopus and the Green Goblin are slated to make a comeback in Spider-Man 4. One thing that nobody can deny is that Spider-Man is just not complete without his villains. Throughout each era of Spider-Man movies, these villains have not only made a name for themselves but have also gathered dedicated fan bases of their own.
Tom Holland as Spider-Man in No Way Home | Sony Pictures
While the project is still in its very early stages, this recent scoop has undeniably sparked joy among fans. With the promise of these legendary anti-heroes resurfacing, the stage is set for a thrilling journey of Spider-Man’s epic saga.
Green Goblin and Doc Ock Set to Return in Tom Holland’s Next Spider-Man Film?
After Tom Holland’s Spider-Man navigated through the multiversal chaos of No Way Home,...
Tom Holland as Spider-Man in No Way Home | Sony Pictures
While the project is still in its very early stages, this recent scoop has undeniably sparked joy among fans. With the promise of these legendary anti-heroes resurfacing, the stage is set for a thrilling journey of Spider-Man’s epic saga.
Green Goblin and Doc Ock Set to Return in Tom Holland’s Next Spider-Man Film?
After Tom Holland’s Spider-Man navigated through the multiversal chaos of No Way Home,...
- 5/28/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
The new Ultimate Universe is unlike anything we could have expected and, with each new issue, we learn more about this world.
So far, we've learned that The Maker prevented a radioactive spider from biting the young Peter and likewise stopped other superheroes from being created. In their place, he formed a secret council to rule the world from the shadows.
In the first issue of Ultimate Spider-Man, Peter, now a married father of two, received the spider which should have bitten him from Tony Stark, a.k.a. Iron Lad. The time-traveller also sent him a "picotech" suit and a warning about those really in charge.
Since then, we've seen the new Spider-Man get to grips with his powers, all while a new Green Goblin takes aim at the villainous Kingpin of Crime. The Goblin is Harry Osborn, a billionaire intent on making Wilson Fisk pay for his father's death.
So far, we've learned that The Maker prevented a radioactive spider from biting the young Peter and likewise stopped other superheroes from being created. In their place, he formed a secret council to rule the world from the shadows.
In the first issue of Ultimate Spider-Man, Peter, now a married father of two, received the spider which should have bitten him from Tony Stark, a.k.a. Iron Lad. The time-traveller also sent him a "picotech" suit and a warning about those really in charge.
Since then, we've seen the new Spider-Man get to grips with his powers, all while a new Green Goblin takes aim at the villainous Kingpin of Crime. The Goblin is Harry Osborn, a billionaire intent on making Wilson Fisk pay for his father's death.
- 5/27/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Marvel Studios has gone back to the drawing board with the MCU, returning to a quality-over-quantity approach which we anticipate seeing come into effect starting with Deadpool & Wolverine this summer.
Avengers 5 and Avengers: Secret Wars are still on the horizon, but which comic book storylines can Kevin Feige and company adapt both before, after, and potentially in those movies?
In this feature, we're taking a look at some Marvel Universe events which are perfectly suited to the big screen. From epic team-ups to massive crossovers and storylines which put specific characters front and centre, all of these could have a positive impact on the MCU in the years ahead.
To find out which comic book events we've singled out (and when/where they could happen), tap the "Next"/"View List" button below.
8. Spider-Island
When The Jackal and Spider-Queen target Manhattan, the entire population was infected with spider-powers. Many succumbed and transformed into monstrous spiders,...
Avengers 5 and Avengers: Secret Wars are still on the horizon, but which comic book storylines can Kevin Feige and company adapt both before, after, and potentially in those movies?
In this feature, we're taking a look at some Marvel Universe events which are perfectly suited to the big screen. From epic team-ups to massive crossovers and storylines which put specific characters front and centre, all of these could have a positive impact on the MCU in the years ahead.
To find out which comic book events we've singled out (and when/where they could happen), tap the "Next"/"View List" button below.
8. Spider-Island
When The Jackal and Spider-Queen target Manhattan, the entire population was infected with spider-powers. Many succumbed and transformed into monstrous spiders,...
- 5/23/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Ever since Norman Osborn's sins were supernaturally cleansed, he's been a force for good in the Marvel Universe, both as the ethical C.E.O. of Oscorp and as the heroic Gold Goblin.
To ensure Norman wouldn't fall into old psychotic habits, Peter agreed to work for him at Oscorp and the two have since bonded. However, thanks to Kraven the Hunter, the former Green Goblin's sins recently returned and inhabited Spider-Man for a time.
That turned him into a very sinister Spider-Man, leaving Norman and Kraven to use a sci-mystical spear to remove the sins from Peter. Or did they? Norman has been acting strange lately. But, then again, so has Peter.
In today's Amazing Spider-Man #50, The Living Brain begins malfunctioning and declares, "Peter Parker Is Not Spider-Man." It also prints out a series of random words which, when read in Norman's office, reveal his cache of Green Goblin weaponry.
To ensure Norman wouldn't fall into old psychotic habits, Peter agreed to work for him at Oscorp and the two have since bonded. However, thanks to Kraven the Hunter, the former Green Goblin's sins recently returned and inhabited Spider-Man for a time.
That turned him into a very sinister Spider-Man, leaving Norman and Kraven to use a sci-mystical spear to remove the sins from Peter. Or did they? Norman has been acting strange lately. But, then again, so has Peter.
In today's Amazing Spider-Man #50, The Living Brain begins malfunctioning and declares, "Peter Parker Is Not Spider-Man." It also prints out a series of random words which, when read in Norman's office, reveal his cache of Green Goblin weaponry.
- 5/22/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Venom 3 Confirmed to be the Last Movie in the Series, What's Next for the Symbiote? - Main Image
Venom 3 will be Eddie Brock's last dance with the alien symbiote in the Sony movie series launched in 2018.
In an interview with Deadline, Sony chairman Tom Rothman discussed a few IPs under their studios, where he confirmed that “The third and last Venom is going to be huge.”
The threequel follows the events of Venom: Let There Be Carnage, where journalist Brock is now a fugitive yet remains bonded with Venom. Tom Hardy returns to complete his three-picture deal, and Juno Temple, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Clark Backo are cast in undisclosed roles.
Venom: The Last Dance hits theaters in October 2024.
Related: Tom Hardy Secretly Competes in a Martial Arts Championship, Ends Up Winning the Gold
What’s next for the symbiote in the Marvel movies?
Even though Venom’s movie series ends with The Last Dance,...
Venom 3 will be Eddie Brock's last dance with the alien symbiote in the Sony movie series launched in 2018.
In an interview with Deadline, Sony chairman Tom Rothman discussed a few IPs under their studios, where he confirmed that “The third and last Venom is going to be huge.”
The threequel follows the events of Venom: Let There Be Carnage, where journalist Brock is now a fugitive yet remains bonded with Venom. Tom Hardy returns to complete his three-picture deal, and Juno Temple, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Clark Backo are cast in undisclosed roles.
Venom: The Last Dance hits theaters in October 2024.
Related: Tom Hardy Secretly Competes in a Martial Arts Championship, Ends Up Winning the Gold
What’s next for the symbiote in the Marvel movies?
Even though Venom’s movie series ends with The Last Dance,...
- 5/21/2024
- EpicStream
Like any good superhero, Marvel Television has returned from the dead. The label is what the Marvel Netflix shows like "Daredevil" and the ABC ones like "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." were made under. Marvel Television was rendered defunct in 2019 after Marvel Studios absorbed it. Now, though its operations remain under the studio's purview, its name is being used again as part of an effort to more cleanly delineate the projects of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Marvel Studios will continue to be the label of the films, while Marvel Television will headline upcoming Disney+ programs like "Agatha All Along" and "Daredevil: Born Again." Marvel Animation will cover projects like the excellent "X-Men '97" (which is not part of the MCU), while Marvel Spotlight is for small-scale projects like "Echo" (read our review here).
Brad Winderbaum, Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation, explained in an interview with ComicBook.com that, "We want...
Marvel Studios will continue to be the label of the films, while Marvel Television will headline upcoming Disney+ programs like "Agatha All Along" and "Daredevil: Born Again." Marvel Animation will cover projects like the excellent "X-Men '97" (which is not part of the MCU), while Marvel Spotlight is for small-scale projects like "Echo" (read our review here).
Brad Winderbaum, Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation, explained in an interview with ComicBook.com that, "We want...
- 5/21/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
Marvel Shares First Look At August Ultimate Titles Including First Look At A Very Different She-Hulk
Marvel Comics' new Ultimate Universe has got fans talking and, as the weeks go by, it's becoming increasingly clear this is no mere copy of Earth-616.
Packed with fascinating versions of iconic Marvel characters and set in an unfamiliar world crafted by the Maker to be free of superheroes, Marvel's new Ultimate line has been a mega success. That's evident from the fact it's demanded multiple printings, captured the excitement of longtime readers, and provided exciting entry points for new fans.
Each issue has peeled back another layer of how twisted this new Earth is and how hard its burgeoning heroes will need to work to get it back on track.
Today, we have a sneak peek at what's to come with cover reveals and synopses for August's four Ultimate issues: Ultimate Black Panther #7, Ultimates #3, Ultimate Spider-Man #8, and Ultimate X-Men #6.
Highlights include the formation of a new Sinister Six and...
Packed with fascinating versions of iconic Marvel characters and set in an unfamiliar world crafted by the Maker to be free of superheroes, Marvel's new Ultimate line has been a mega success. That's evident from the fact it's demanded multiple printings, captured the excitement of longtime readers, and provided exciting entry points for new fans.
Each issue has peeled back another layer of how twisted this new Earth is and how hard its burgeoning heroes will need to work to get it back on track.
Today, we have a sneak peek at what's to come with cover reveals and synopses for August's four Ultimate issues: Ultimate Black Panther #7, Ultimates #3, Ultimate Spider-Man #8, and Ultimate X-Men #6.
Highlights include the formation of a new Sinister Six and...
- 5/21/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Venom 2 teasing Spider-Man in the end, the symbiote in No Way Home could be the next story the MCU might go with. A recent report claims that a symbiote movie of Tom Holland’s Spider-Man is in the works, which essentially means fans will get to see Spidey wearing the Venom suit.
Tom Holland stars as Peter Parker/Spider-Man in Spider-Man: No Way Home. Credit: Marvel Studios
This is not something new, Venom has been a long-time Spider-Man rival, and Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man 3 has been extensively featured. Also, Spider-Man wore the venom suit, albeit fighting it in the end. But Sony’s new Venom with Tom Hardy’s Eddie Brock has been presented in a different light, and it would be interesting to see how the movie creatives fit the two franchises into one narrative with Spider-Man 4.
Spider-Man and Venom in Spider-Man 4
Tom Holland’s Spider-Man in Venom 2.
Tom Holland stars as Peter Parker/Spider-Man in Spider-Man: No Way Home. Credit: Marvel Studios
This is not something new, Venom has been a long-time Spider-Man rival, and Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man 3 has been extensively featured. Also, Spider-Man wore the venom suit, albeit fighting it in the end. But Sony’s new Venom with Tom Hardy’s Eddie Brock has been presented in a different light, and it would be interesting to see how the movie creatives fit the two franchises into one narrative with Spider-Man 4.
Spider-Man and Venom in Spider-Man 4
Tom Holland’s Spider-Man in Venom 2.
- 5/18/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
The writing was basically on the wall for this one.
Amazon’s Marvel drama Silk: Spider Society — from producers Sony Pictures Television — is no longer moving forward at the streamer. Sources say Sony TV, which owns rights to a fraction of the Marvel universe that features more than 900 characters, plans to shop the drama series from former Walking Dead showrunner Angela Kang. Kang, who departed her pact with AMC for what sources say is an eight-figure deal with Amazon, remains housed at the streamer and will continue to develop projects for the company.
Reps for Amazon and Sony declined to comment.
The decision to scrap Silk comes a mere two days after Amazon, during its first in-person pitch to Madison Avenue ad buyers, announced a Sony-produced Marvel series Noir, starring Nicolas Cage.
Noir, like Silk, is poised to launch first on Amazon’s linear network, MGM+, before debuting on the streamer.
Amazon’s Marvel drama Silk: Spider Society — from producers Sony Pictures Television — is no longer moving forward at the streamer. Sources say Sony TV, which owns rights to a fraction of the Marvel universe that features more than 900 characters, plans to shop the drama series from former Walking Dead showrunner Angela Kang. Kang, who departed her pact with AMC for what sources say is an eight-figure deal with Amazon, remains housed at the streamer and will continue to develop projects for the company.
Reps for Amazon and Sony declined to comment.
The decision to scrap Silk comes a mere two days after Amazon, during its first in-person pitch to Madison Avenue ad buyers, announced a Sony-produced Marvel series Noir, starring Nicolas Cage.
Noir, like Silk, is poised to launch first on Amazon’s linear network, MGM+, before debuting on the streamer.
- 5/16/2024
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
When we talk about perfect casting choices -- even outside the realm of superhero movies -- J.K. Simmons as The Daily Bugle head honcho J. Jonah Jameson in "Spider-Man" has to be right up there with the best of the best. Simmons so perfectly encapsulated the role that he has, essentially, been kept on as just about every version of the character throughout the Marvel multiverse, as evidenced by "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse." But before Simmons signed on for the role, he was seen as perfect for another, very different role in Spidey's rogues gallery.
In the most recent issue of Empire Magazine, the Oscar-winning actor reflected upon the early days of his time in the Marvel universe when he was only just hearing that Sam Raimi was going to direct "Spider-Man." At the time, he was shooting another Raimi film, "The Gift," and it was suggested...
In the most recent issue of Empire Magazine, the Oscar-winning actor reflected upon the early days of his time in the Marvel universe when he was only just hearing that Sam Raimi was going to direct "Spider-Man." At the time, he was shooting another Raimi film, "The Gift," and it was suggested...
- 5/16/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
The idea of bringing back a beloved '90s cartoon like "X-Men: The Animated Series" after 30 years sounds quite like a cash grab meant to exploit nostalgic grown-up fans, but it quickly became clear "X-Men '97" was more than the nostalgia-bait the premiere led us to believe.
Indeed, this is a thoughtful follow-up to the already exquisite '90s show, one that takes advantage of the streaming era's embrace of serialization and grittier stories to deliver a bleak yet still hopeful story about loss, grief, and family. The turning point came during the Genosha genocide episode, which made the story and the characters lose their innocence and open their eyes to the reality of their world. This is a season of television that has delivered some poignant character drama and some thrilling superheroics, all while telling a story with big consequences for mutantkind, but also the larger Marvel universe. Make no mistake,...
Indeed, this is a thoughtful follow-up to the already exquisite '90s show, one that takes advantage of the streaming era's embrace of serialization and grittier stories to deliver a bleak yet still hopeful story about loss, grief, and family. The turning point came during the Genosha genocide episode, which made the story and the characters lose their innocence and open their eyes to the reality of their world. This is a season of television that has delivered some poignant character drama and some thrilling superheroics, all while telling a story with big consequences for mutantkind, but also the larger Marvel universe. Make no mistake,...
- 5/15/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is the wall-crawler's latest movie to return to theaters as part of Sony's "Spider-Mondays," but how did it fare when compared to its predecessors?
The movie, directed by Marc Webb and starring Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Jamie Foxx, and Dane DeHaan, earned $500,000. That's not exactly a, well, amazing result, though it is pretty much what we expected for a sequel which isn't anywhere near as revered as its predecessors.
For comparison, The Amazing Spider-Man opened in 466 theaters last week and made $510,000. However, it's still a mighty fall from Spider-Man ($683,000), Spider-Man 2 ($809,000), and Spider-Man 3 ($760,000). Next up is 2017's Spider-Man: Homecoming.
On the plus side, with a $1,100 per theater average, this was a solid showing, albeit one deemed less-than-spectacular overall.
We reviewed The Amazing Spider-Man 2 back in 2014 and it wasn't the most positive verdict.
"With appalling dialogue, slapstick humour, some bizarre aesthetics, and cheesy moments...
The movie, directed by Marc Webb and starring Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Jamie Foxx, and Dane DeHaan, earned $500,000. That's not exactly a, well, amazing result, though it is pretty much what we expected for a sequel which isn't anywhere near as revered as its predecessors.
For comparison, The Amazing Spider-Man opened in 466 theaters last week and made $510,000. However, it's still a mighty fall from Spider-Man ($683,000), Spider-Man 2 ($809,000), and Spider-Man 3 ($760,000). Next up is 2017's Spider-Man: Homecoming.
On the plus side, with a $1,100 per theater average, this was a solid showing, albeit one deemed less-than-spectacular overall.
We reviewed The Amazing Spider-Man 2 back in 2014 and it wasn't the most positive verdict.
"With appalling dialogue, slapstick humour, some bizarre aesthetics, and cheesy moments...
- 5/14/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Variety has shared a piece on 2024's streaming titles, confirming Echo is the second most-viewed series on Disney+ this year so far. It's an impressive achievement, particularly as Marvel Studios dropped all five episodes at once, leading to the show being quickly forgotten.
We've seen in recent years that weekly drops are much better for keeping people talking about new titles (which goes against Netflix's once highly successful streaming model of releasing every episode at once).
Rumour has it Echo suffered from quite a few issues behind the scenes, with six instalments becoming five, as a result. That could explain why they hit Disney+ on the same day, though reviews were somewhat positive as is evident from the show's 71% Rotten Tomatoes score.
However, putting this news into context is the fact, "[Percy Jackson and the Olympians] accounts for nearly a quarter of Disney+ original series viewing time so far...
We've seen in recent years that weekly drops are much better for keeping people talking about new titles (which goes against Netflix's once highly successful streaming model of releasing every episode at once).
Rumour has it Echo suffered from quite a few issues behind the scenes, with six instalments becoming five, as a result. That could explain why they hit Disney+ on the same day, though reviews were somewhat positive as is evident from the show's 71% Rotten Tomatoes score.
However, putting this news into context is the fact, "[Percy Jackson and the Olympians] accounts for nearly a quarter of Disney+ original series viewing time so far...
- 5/13/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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
A couple of days ago, DC Studios and James Gunn shared a first look at David Corenswet suited up as Superman. It's been a while since we've seen a superhero movie costume divide opinions to such a large degree, but it's certainly not the first time.
The Man of Steel isn't the first character to take centre stage in a splashy sneak peek meant to get fans excited. While that usually works, there are occasions when fans hate what they see. Others, meanwhile, are quick to defend what usually amounts to a complete overhaul which takes place during the transition from page to screen.
This isn't a list of the worst superhero movie costumes...just those that divided opinions when they were first shown off to the world (and sometimes continue to do so to this very day).
To read through this feature, all you need to do is click...
The Man of Steel isn't the first character to take centre stage in a splashy sneak peek meant to get fans excited. While that usually works, there are occasions when fans hate what they see. Others, meanwhile, are quick to defend what usually amounts to a complete overhaul which takes place during the transition from page to screen.
This isn't a list of the worst superhero movie costumes...just those that divided opinions when they were first shown off to the world (and sometimes continue to do so to this very day).
To read through this feature, all you need to do is click...
- 5/8/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Superhero movies aren't for everyone. There are many actors who have donned capes, cowls, and spandex, later admitting that they didn't enjoy the experience and wouldn't do it again.
However, only a small handful of performers have returned to roles they hated.
Some did so because they were contractually obliged. Others, meanwhile, wanted a second chance or were offered enough money to swallow their pride. Then, there were those who were seemingly gluttons for punishment and didn't know when to say "no." All of them are featured here.
To find out who falls into the categories above, all you need to do is click on the "Next"/"View List" buttons below.
6. Dave Bautista - Drax
Aquaman star Jason Momoa was originally eyed to play the McU's Drax, but the role instead went to pro wrestler turned actor Dave Bautista (better known as Batista in the WWE).
The actor stole the...
However, only a small handful of performers have returned to roles they hated.
Some did so because they were contractually obliged. Others, meanwhile, wanted a second chance or were offered enough money to swallow their pride. Then, there were those who were seemingly gluttons for punishment and didn't know when to say "no." All of them are featured here.
To find out who falls into the categories above, all you need to do is click on the "Next"/"View List" buttons below.
6. Dave Bautista - Drax
Aquaman star Jason Momoa was originally eyed to play the McU's Drax, but the role instead went to pro wrestler turned actor Dave Bautista (better known as Batista in the WWE).
The actor stole the...
- 5/6/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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
(Welcome to Tales from the Box Office, our column that examines box office miracles, disasters, and everything in between, as well as what we can learn from them.)
"We do very much have the ambition about creating a bigger universe around Spider-Man." These were the words uttered by former Sony Pictures Entertainment chief Michael Lynton after an investor meeting in November 2013. Those words would become the undoing of the franchise solely under Sony's stewardship, with 2014's "The Amazing Spider-Man 2" serving as the nail in the coffin. With the benefit of hindsight, we might be looking at the most outright financially successful franchise-killer in cinema history.
The Andrew Garfield-led "Spider-Man" films remain a tragic mixed bag. There are those who adore Garfield as Marvel's famed webslinger. There are many others who can't get past the messy direction the films themselves wandered down -- particularly this sequel we're talking about today.
"We do very much have the ambition about creating a bigger universe around Spider-Man." These were the words uttered by former Sony Pictures Entertainment chief Michael Lynton after an investor meeting in November 2013. Those words would become the undoing of the franchise solely under Sony's stewardship, with 2014's "The Amazing Spider-Man 2" serving as the nail in the coffin. With the benefit of hindsight, we might be looking at the most outright financially successful franchise-killer in cinema history.
The Andrew Garfield-led "Spider-Man" films remain a tragic mixed bag. There are those who adore Garfield as Marvel's famed webslinger. There are many others who can't get past the messy direction the films themselves wandered down -- particularly this sequel we're talking about today.
- 5/4/2024
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
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
Get ready for double the excitement and double the adventure in the latest episode of “Marvel’s Spidey and His Amazing Friends.” Tune in to Season 3 Episode 13, titled “Freeze, It’s Dock Ock! / Go, Go, Jeff,” airing Friday, May 10, 2024, at 1:30 Pm on Disney.
In the first half of the episode, Doc Ock’s latest invention wreaks havoc, turning unsuspecting people into frozen statues. Now, it’s up to Team Spidey to swing into action and thwart Doc Ock’s plans before it’s too late.
But the excitement doesn’t end there. In the second half, Jeff finds himself in a sticky situation when he accidentally tries on Spidey’s new Web-Spinner boots. With Jeff’s safety on the line, Team Spidey must come together to rescue him and save the day.
Join Spidey, Ghost-Spider, and Miles Morales as they face off against villains and embark on thrilling rescues in “Freeze,...
In the first half of the episode, Doc Ock’s latest invention wreaks havoc, turning unsuspecting people into frozen statues. Now, it’s up to Team Spidey to swing into action and thwart Doc Ock’s plans before it’s too late.
But the excitement doesn’t end there. In the second half, Jeff finds himself in a sticky situation when he accidentally tries on Spidey’s new Web-Spinner boots. With Jeff’s safety on the line, Team Spidey must come together to rescue him and save the day.
Join Spidey, Ghost-Spider, and Miles Morales as they face off against villains and embark on thrilling rescues in “Freeze,...
- 5/3/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
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
Willem Dafoe is a fan favorite after having portrayed several iconic villains in his decades-long career in the film industry. Yet it is his portrayal of Green Goblin in Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man that has been widely hailed as one of the best roles he has ever done.
Willem Dafoe as Norman Osborn in a still from Spider-Man: No Way Home
From his chilling blue eyes to his menacing smile that can go from warm to blood-curling in the flash of a second, Dafoe is one of those actors who was bound to play a villain. And his portrayal of Green Goblin is no short of a cinematic wonder, for such great was his acting, that even Tom Holland got horrified while filming Spider-Man: No Way Home.
Willem Dafoe Terrified Tom Holland With His Green Goblin Portrayal
Dafoe’s laugh in this No Way Home scene terrified Tom Holland
Willem Dafoe,...
Willem Dafoe as Norman Osborn in a still from Spider-Man: No Way Home
From his chilling blue eyes to his menacing smile that can go from warm to blood-curling in the flash of a second, Dafoe is one of those actors who was bound to play a villain. And his portrayal of Green Goblin is no short of a cinematic wonder, for such great was his acting, that even Tom Holland got horrified while filming Spider-Man: No Way Home.
Willem Dafoe Terrified Tom Holland With His Green Goblin Portrayal
Dafoe’s laugh in this No Way Home scene terrified Tom Holland
Willem Dafoe,...
- 4/29/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man will always be hailed as the movie that laid the groundwork for future comic book movies to come and dominate the box office. Having redefined the superhero genre, the film proved that the genre was well deserving of being explored and achieving critical and commercial success.
Green Goblin in Spider-Man (2002)
It has been more than two decades since the movie was released, yet footage and BTS scenes from the film continue to make rounds on the internet. Recently, a newly reshared video features the test footage of Willem Dafoe’s Green Goblin’s initial look, and fans claim they were robbed of greatness.
Test Footage From Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man Featuring Green Goblin Goes Viral Green Goblin’s final look in Spider-Man
Sam Raimi‘s Spider-Man (2002) was and is one of the best comic book movies ever to be made. Starring Tobey Maguire as the iconic web-slinger,...
Green Goblin in Spider-Man (2002)
It has been more than two decades since the movie was released, yet footage and BTS scenes from the film continue to make rounds on the internet. Recently, a newly reshared video features the test footage of Willem Dafoe’s Green Goblin’s initial look, and fans claim they were robbed of greatness.
Test Footage From Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man Featuring Green Goblin Goes Viral Green Goblin’s final look in Spider-Man
Sam Raimi‘s Spider-Man (2002) was and is one of the best comic book movies ever to be made. Starring Tobey Maguire as the iconic web-slinger,...
- 4/25/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
The MCU has adapted over 50 villains from the comics so far. While some, like Dar-Benn, were disappointing, others, like last year’s High Evolutionary, were executed brilliantly. Yet, there are still many more villains to introduce.
As fans eagerly anticipate characters like the Beyonder and Doctor Doom, Ranker provided an opportunity for fans to vote on 10 Marvel villains deemed too grotesque or messed up to be introduced to the MCU. Let’s take a look at the names.
10. Demogoblin
Demogoblin is one of Spider-Man’s villains. He’s a dark twist on the Green Goblin, turned into a demonic being after a deal with a demon. Demogoblin has super strength, agility, and endurance, plus can control mystical fire. While not extremely frightening, fans often prefer the classic version of the character.
9. Reginald Fortean’s Abomination
We’ve encountered Emil Blonsky’s Abomination in the MCU, but compared to the creature before you,...
As fans eagerly anticipate characters like the Beyonder and Doctor Doom, Ranker provided an opportunity for fans to vote on 10 Marvel villains deemed too grotesque or messed up to be introduced to the MCU. Let’s take a look at the names.
10. Demogoblin
Demogoblin is one of Spider-Man’s villains. He’s a dark twist on the Green Goblin, turned into a demonic being after a deal with a demon. Demogoblin has super strength, agility, and endurance, plus can control mystical fire. While not extremely frightening, fans often prefer the classic version of the character.
9. Reginald Fortean’s Abomination
We’ve encountered Emil Blonsky’s Abomination in the MCU, but compared to the creature before you,...
- 4/24/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
MCU adapted over 50 villains from the pages of comics at this point. Some have been disappointments like Dar-Benn, and some were brilliantly executed like the last year’s High Evolutionary. Still, there’s plenty to introduce.
While we’re waiting for the Beyonder and Doctor Doom, fans on Ranker took on the opportunity to explore the pages of comics to vote on 10 Marvel villains that are either too grotesque or messed up to be introduced to the MCU, so let’s see what the names are.
10. Demogoblin
Demogoblin hails from Spider-Man’s rouge gallery. He is a twisted version of the villain Green Goblin, having been transformed into a demonic creature after making a pact with a demon. Demogoblin possesses superhuman strength, agility, and endurance, along with the ability to generate and control mystical fire. He’s not overly scary all things considered but I do see why fans prefer...
While we’re waiting for the Beyonder and Doctor Doom, fans on Ranker took on the opportunity to explore the pages of comics to vote on 10 Marvel villains that are either too grotesque or messed up to be introduced to the MCU, so let’s see what the names are.
10. Demogoblin
Demogoblin hails from Spider-Man’s rouge gallery. He is a twisted version of the villain Green Goblin, having been transformed into a demonic creature after making a pact with a demon. Demogoblin possesses superhuman strength, agility, and endurance, along with the ability to generate and control mystical fire. He’s not overly scary all things considered but I do see why fans prefer...
- 4/24/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
This Spider-Man article contains spoilers.
Every comic book fan knows about the night that Gwen Stacy died. The two-part story from 1973’s Amazing Spider-Man #121–122 stands as a watershed moment in comics, not only upping the stakes of Spider-Man’s inability to balance his personal and heroic lives, but also giving permission for superhero comics to push the envelope in a way that had not been done since the pre-Comics Code days.
For most of Spider-Man’s history, Gwen fell into the same category as Thomas and Martha Wayne or (pre-Superboy punch) Jason Todd. She existed only to die, to give tragic backstory to our hero. Decades before Major Force killed Alex DeWitt in Green Lantern #54, Gwen was the patron saint of fridged girlfriends. Her death hangs over the entire story of Spider-Man, even when played by the sparkling Emma Stone in The Amazing Spider-Man movies. The writers know we expect...
Every comic book fan knows about the night that Gwen Stacy died. The two-part story from 1973’s Amazing Spider-Man #121–122 stands as a watershed moment in comics, not only upping the stakes of Spider-Man’s inability to balance his personal and heroic lives, but also giving permission for superhero comics to push the envelope in a way that had not been done since the pre-Comics Code days.
For most of Spider-Man’s history, Gwen fell into the same category as Thomas and Martha Wayne or (pre-Superboy punch) Jason Todd. She existed only to die, to give tragic backstory to our hero. Decades before Major Force killed Alex DeWitt in Green Lantern #54, Gwen was the patron saint of fridged girlfriends. Her death hangs over the entire story of Spider-Man, even when played by the sparkling Emma Stone in The Amazing Spider-Man movies. The writers know we expect...
- 4/24/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
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When it comes to the Marvel Cinematic Universe's approach to the multiverse on the big screen, "Spider-Man: No Way Home" is the only movie that realizes the potential of franchise crossovers between the old guard of Marvel movies and the interconnected films of Kevin Feige's Marvel Studios. That's right, not even "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" properly delivered on the promise of a multiverse truly full of madness, opting instead for hollow fan service, even though director Sam Raimi had fun tearing all those alternate Marvel superheroes apart at the hands of the Scarlet Witch. Instead, it was the meeting of Tom Holland, Andrew Garfield, and Tobey Maguire as the various big screen Spider-Men that delivered a mostly satisfying spin through the wallcrawlers' weaving webs.
Since all of the versions of Spider-Man came together on the big screen,...
When it comes to the Marvel Cinematic Universe's approach to the multiverse on the big screen, "Spider-Man: No Way Home" is the only movie that realizes the potential of franchise crossovers between the old guard of Marvel movies and the interconnected films of Kevin Feige's Marvel Studios. That's right, not even "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" properly delivered on the promise of a multiverse truly full of madness, opting instead for hollow fan service, even though director Sam Raimi had fun tearing all those alternate Marvel superheroes apart at the hands of the Scarlet Witch. Instead, it was the meeting of Tom Holland, Andrew Garfield, and Tobey Maguire as the various big screen Spider-Men that delivered a mostly satisfying spin through the wallcrawlers' weaving webs.
Since all of the versions of Spider-Man came together on the big screen,...
- 4/23/2024
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
Although all three of the MCU Spider-Man movies have “home” in the title, Spidey didn’t feel like he really came home until the very end of Spider-Man: No Way Home. That’s when Peter Parker walked into a squalid New York City apartment, knit together a home-made suit, and remembered his late parent-figure’s words about power and responsibility. So why the heck is Marvel unsure about what to do next?
From the first stories by Steve Ditko and Stan Lee to the married father of two in Jonathan Hickman and Marco Checchetto’s Ultimate Spider-Man, Spider-Man is almost always a hard-luck hero, a guy who struggles to maintain his personal life, limited financial budget, and Spidey responsibilities. The MCU Spider-Man movies have certainly included aspects of those standards, but they’ve always been mitigated by the fact that this Spider-Man has a mentor in the ultra-rich Tony Stark...
From the first stories by Steve Ditko and Stan Lee to the married father of two in Jonathan Hickman and Marco Checchetto’s Ultimate Spider-Man, Spider-Man is almost always a hard-luck hero, a guy who struggles to maintain his personal life, limited financial budget, and Spidey responsibilities. The MCU Spider-Man movies have certainly included aspects of those standards, but they’ve always been mitigated by the fact that this Spider-Man has a mentor in the ultra-rich Tony Stark...
- 4/22/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
There were tons of cool scenes that were not included in the theatrical versions of Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man movies, with J.K. Simmons wearing a Spider-Man suit probably the most notable of all the deleted ones. However, the director decided to include this in the extended cut of Spider-Man 2 (2004) so it’s not completely wasted.
Tobey Maguire in Spider-Man
Tobey Maguire’s Peter Parker has become the definitive version of the character as it introduced the franchise to the world, but Simmons’ portrayal of J. Jonah Jameson was truly the most unforgettable.
Spider-Man 2 Deleted Scene Was J.K. Simmons’ Most Iconic Look
Many extended and new scenes were supplemented in the 2007 edition of Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man 2, commonly called as Spider-Man 2.1, and a major addition was J.K. Simmons dressed up as Spider-Man. Fans who saw the theatrical version may get confused as this scene...
Tobey Maguire in Spider-Man
Tobey Maguire’s Peter Parker has become the definitive version of the character as it introduced the franchise to the world, but Simmons’ portrayal of J. Jonah Jameson was truly the most unforgettable.
Spider-Man 2 Deleted Scene Was J.K. Simmons’ Most Iconic Look
Many extended and new scenes were supplemented in the 2007 edition of Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man 2, commonly called as Spider-Man 2.1, and a major addition was J.K. Simmons dressed up as Spider-Man. Fans who saw the theatrical version may get confused as this scene...
- 4/21/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Get ready for an action-packed episode of “Marvel’s Spidey and His Amazing Friends” with Season 3 Episode 12, titled “Iron Zola; Aunt May’s Birthday Blowout”! Tune in to Disney this Friday, April 26, at 1:30 Pm for another thrilling adventure with everyone’s favorite web-slinging hero and his amazing friends.
In this exciting installment, Team Spidey springs into action to assist the city when Zola unexpectedly gains superhero powers, reminiscent of Iron Man. As they grapple with the newfound abilities of their friend-turned-hero, they must confront the challenges that come with Zola’s transformation.
But the excitement doesn’t stop there! It’s also Aunt May’s birthday, and Spidey, along with Gobby, plan a special balloon ride to celebrate. However, things take an unexpected turn when their balloon ride strands them, along with Aunt May, on a deserted island. Now, they must rely on their wits and teamwork to find a way back home.
In this exciting installment, Team Spidey springs into action to assist the city when Zola unexpectedly gains superhero powers, reminiscent of Iron Man. As they grapple with the newfound abilities of their friend-turned-hero, they must confront the challenges that come with Zola’s transformation.
But the excitement doesn’t stop there! It’s also Aunt May’s birthday, and Spidey, along with Gobby, plan a special balloon ride to celebrate. However, things take an unexpected turn when their balloon ride strands them, along with Aunt May, on a deserted island. Now, they must rely on their wits and teamwork to find a way back home.
- 4/19/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
One of The Amazing Spider-Man villain is eying to return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. After lead star Andrew Garfield showed his interest in reprising the role, Dane DeHaan revealed that he is open to returning to his role in any MCU project.
Dane DeHaan’s Harry Osborn became the Green Goblin in The Amazing Spider-Man 2
DeHaan appeared in The Amazing Spider-Man 2 playing Harry Osborn. Garfield made his spectacular return with Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man and several other villains in Tom Holland’s 2021 blockbuster, Spider-Man: No Way Home. The movie also opened the door to the possibility of the return of several MCU characters in potential future projects.
Dane DeHaan Is open To Make MCU Return Dane DeHaan as Green Goblin
Dane DeHaan’s Harry Osborn a.k.a. Green Goblin was among the potential candidates to make his return in the multiversal film, Spider-Man: No Way Home.
Dane DeHaan’s Harry Osborn became the Green Goblin in The Amazing Spider-Man 2
DeHaan appeared in The Amazing Spider-Man 2 playing Harry Osborn. Garfield made his spectacular return with Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man and several other villains in Tom Holland’s 2021 blockbuster, Spider-Man: No Way Home. The movie also opened the door to the possibility of the return of several MCU characters in potential future projects.
Dane DeHaan Is open To Make MCU Return Dane DeHaan as Green Goblin
Dane DeHaan’s Harry Osborn a.k.a. Green Goblin was among the potential candidates to make his return in the multiversal film, Spider-Man: No Way Home.
- 4/18/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
Spider-Man Box Office (Domestic): Collections On Re-Release Day (Photo Credit – IMDb)
Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man was re-released in the United States, and an amazing response has been seen at the domestic box office. Tobey Maguire leads the movie as Peter Parker, and Willem Defoe as the Green Goblin. It was made under Sony, and after MCU and Sony came together, Tobey and Willem appeared in 2021’s Spider-Man: No Way Home, raking in a billion-dollar collection globally. Keep scrolling for more.
It was released in 2002 with Kirsten Dunst as Mj and James Franco as Harry Osborn. It was the origin story of Peter Parker and is still one of the most favorite Spidey movies among Marvel fans. According to reports, the re-release is part of the studio’s 100-year celebration.
Trade analyst Luiz Fernando’s report reveals the film was released in 466 theatres in the United States on Monday, April 15. After over two decades,...
Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man was re-released in the United States, and an amazing response has been seen at the domestic box office. Tobey Maguire leads the movie as Peter Parker, and Willem Defoe as the Green Goblin. It was made under Sony, and after MCU and Sony came together, Tobey and Willem appeared in 2021’s Spider-Man: No Way Home, raking in a billion-dollar collection globally. Keep scrolling for more.
It was released in 2002 with Kirsten Dunst as Mj and James Franco as Harry Osborn. It was the origin story of Peter Parker and is still one of the most favorite Spidey movies among Marvel fans. According to reports, the re-release is part of the studio’s 100-year celebration.
Trade analyst Luiz Fernando’s report reveals the film was released in 466 theatres in the United States on Monday, April 15. After over two decades,...
- 4/17/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
In the time leading up to the release of Spider-Man: No Way Home, it was known that Marvel Studios would be exploring the possibilities of the multiverse. After the casting news of actors like Jamie Foxx and Alfred Molina returning to reprise their roles as former Spider-Man villains, many fans went into further speculation about who else may show up. While the studio had done a pretty bang-up job of keeping the secret of Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield sealed, there was a certain leaked picture of Garfield on the set, which led to a debate of its validity as it threw fuel onto the speculation fires.
However, the rumor mill would be overrun with theories about what characters may make an appearance in the 2021 film. One obvious candidate for a rumored return was Dane DeHaan, who portrayed Harry Osborne in The Amazing Spider-Man 2. In that film, Osborne would...
However, the rumor mill would be overrun with theories about what characters may make an appearance in the 2021 film. One obvious candidate for a rumored return was Dane DeHaan, who portrayed Harry Osborne in The Amazing Spider-Man 2. In that film, Osborne would...
- 4/17/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Reintroducing villains or anti-heroes from former movies hasn’t really been MCU’s style ever since it was kicked off with Iron Man back in 2008. Characters like Loki and Bucky Barnes have been an exception in Marvel’s Cinematic Universe as they have already redeemed themselves in multiple movies and series over the years.
Marvel’s Thunderbolts*
However, we are all set to see multiple anti-heroes from former Marvel movies reprise their role and combine their forces to take down a greater threat in the upcoming film, Thunderbolts*.
Kevin Feige opens up about the asterisk in Thunderbolts*
Thunderbolts is the name of an anti-hero team appearing in Marvel comics that mostly consists of reformed supervillains. A film of the same name is also currently under development that will most probably explore the origins of this anti-hero team.
Suggestedx-Men ‘97 Getting Integrated to Kevin Feige’s MCU is Closer to Reality After...
Marvel’s Thunderbolts*
However, we are all set to see multiple anti-heroes from former Marvel movies reprise their role and combine their forces to take down a greater threat in the upcoming film, Thunderbolts*.
Kevin Feige opens up about the asterisk in Thunderbolts*
Thunderbolts is the name of an anti-hero team appearing in Marvel comics that mostly consists of reformed supervillains. A film of the same name is also currently under development that will most probably explore the origins of this anti-hero team.
Suggestedx-Men ‘97 Getting Integrated to Kevin Feige’s MCU is Closer to Reality After...
- 4/15/2024
- by Shikhar Tiwari
- FandomWire
During the Marvel presentation at Cinemacon this past week, Marvel president Kevin Feige showed off the logo for the “Thunderbolts*” movie coming in 2025. The title now has an asterisk after the name, and many people are wondering if they are going to do “Dark Avengers.”
But who are the Dark Avengers?
The first “Dark Avengers” series ran from 2009 – 2013 and was written spun off from “Secret Invasion.” Basically, the characters are villains or antiheroes who are dressed up like Avengers so people will be more accepting of them. Norman Osborn (Green Goblin) is in charge and is dressed up as an Iron Man knockoff called Iron Patriot.
Osborn is a “reformed villain” who was put in charge of the “Thunderbolts” and later S.H.I.E.L.D., which he renamed H.A.M.M.E.R. From that, he created a new Avengers team made up of villains and antiheroes—something like “Suicide Squad.
But who are the Dark Avengers?
The first “Dark Avengers” series ran from 2009 – 2013 and was written spun off from “Secret Invasion.” Basically, the characters are villains or antiheroes who are dressed up like Avengers so people will be more accepting of them. Norman Osborn (Green Goblin) is in charge and is dressed up as an Iron Man knockoff called Iron Patriot.
Osborn is a “reformed villain” who was put in charge of the “Thunderbolts” and later S.H.I.E.L.D., which he renamed H.A.M.M.E.R. From that, he created a new Avengers team made up of villains and antiheroes—something like “Suicide Squad.
- 4/13/2024
- by Kambrea Pratt
- Pirates & Princesses
New York, NY— April 11, 2024 — Readers can’t get enough of the new Ultimate Universe! Packed with fascinating versions of iconic Marvel characters and set in an unfamiliar world that was crafted by the Maker to be free of Super Heroes, Marvel’s new Ultimate line has been a mega success—demanding multiple printings and sparking intense conversation between fans! Each issue has peeled back another layer of how twisted this new Earth is, and how hard its burgeoning heroes will need to work to get it back on track. Right now, get a sneak peek at what’s to come with cover reveal and synopses for July’s four Ultimate issues.
Jonathan Hickman and Marco Checchetto continue to spin the Spidey story of the decade in Ultimate Spider-man #7. The start of an all-new arc, the issue picks up after Green Goblin and Spider-Man’s intense battle with the Kingpin, where...
Jonathan Hickman and Marco Checchetto continue to spin the Spidey story of the decade in Ultimate Spider-man #7. The start of an all-new arc, the issue picks up after Green Goblin and Spider-Man’s intense battle with the Kingpin, where...
- 4/11/2024
- by ComicMix Staff
- Comicmix.com
The animated series based on Marvel Comics superhero Spider-Man, Spider-Man: The Animated Series, produced and written by John Semper, aired on the Fox Kids Network from 1994 to 1998. The five-season animated series concluded with the introduction of the Spider-Verse storyline, which went on to inspire similar narratives in various Spider-Man comic books, cartoons, and movies.
Christopher Daniel Barnes voiced the character of Peter Parker, a.k.a., Spider-Man, in the series. The animated series is regarded as one of the greatest animated series made for Spider-Man. John Semper served as the head writer of the series, and in his interview, he explained the arc of Mary Jane Watson falling off the bridge and coming back later as a clone.
Jon Semper’s Spider-Man: The Animated Series John Semper explains Mary Jane Watson’s unfortunate fate arc
In his interview with The Ryan Stick Show, the head writer and producer of...
Christopher Daniel Barnes voiced the character of Peter Parker, a.k.a., Spider-Man, in the series. The animated series is regarded as one of the greatest animated series made for Spider-Man. John Semper served as the head writer of the series, and in his interview, he explained the arc of Mary Jane Watson falling off the bridge and coming back later as a clone.
Jon Semper’s Spider-Man: The Animated Series John Semper explains Mary Jane Watson’s unfortunate fate arc
In his interview with The Ryan Stick Show, the head writer and producer of...
- 4/11/2024
- by Avneet Ahluwalia
- FandomWire
The MCU’s ‘Echo’ was a significant show for several reasons. Firstly, it marked the first TV-ma show within the MCU and was part of the ‘Marvel Spotlight’ banner, debuting on Hulu simultaneously. Additionally, it played a role in establishing the timeline of the MCU by incorporating elements from the Netflix Defenders Saga.
Despite initial doubts from fans due to Echo’s relatively lesser-known status in the comics, the show pleasantly surprised audiences with its action and Alaqua Cox’s performance. With the post-credits scene setting up events for the upcoming ‘Daredevil: Born Again,’ it’s clear that Echo will continue to play a significant role in the MCU’s future.
It’s uncertain if there will be a season 2 of ‘Echo’ since ‘Loki’ is the only MCU show confirmed for a second season. However, Cox expressed her desire for Maya’s story to continue in a recent interview with Screenrant.
Despite initial doubts from fans due to Echo’s relatively lesser-known status in the comics, the show pleasantly surprised audiences with its action and Alaqua Cox’s performance. With the post-credits scene setting up events for the upcoming ‘Daredevil: Born Again,’ it’s clear that Echo will continue to play a significant role in the MCU’s future.
It’s uncertain if there will be a season 2 of ‘Echo’ since ‘Loki’ is the only MCU show confirmed for a second season. However, Cox expressed her desire for Maya’s story to continue in a recent interview with Screenrant.
- 4/9/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
MCU’s ‘Echo’ was a significant show for many reasons. First, it was the first TV-ma show released on the platform as a part of the MCU, it was also the first show to release under the ‘Marvel Spotlight’ banner, and the first to release on Hulu simultaneously. The show also changed the MCU timeline canonizing Netflix’s Defenders Saga.
While plenty of fans expected the show to fail since Echo is in large part, a lesser and not exactly popular character in the comics, it was a breath of fresh air. Fans were surprised both by the action and by Cox’s performance, and needles to say, we can expect to see more of Echo in the future, considering that the show, through the post-credits scene, directly led to the events of the upcoming ‘Daredevil: Born Again.’
We don’t know whether ‘Echo’ will have a season 2, as ‘Loki...
While plenty of fans expected the show to fail since Echo is in large part, a lesser and not exactly popular character in the comics, it was a breath of fresh air. Fans were surprised both by the action and by Cox’s performance, and needles to say, we can expect to see more of Echo in the future, considering that the show, through the post-credits scene, directly led to the events of the upcoming ‘Daredevil: Born Again.’
We don’t know whether ‘Echo’ will have a season 2, as ‘Loki...
- 4/9/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
First appearing in the 2021 Disney+ MCU miniseries Hawkeye, Alaqua Cox made a splash with the audience through her understated yet impactful performance as Maya Lopez in the show, which also set her up for her bright future in the franchise. And the audiences were not left disappointed when she appeared again in her own standalone miniseries as the titular character Echo.
Alaqua Cox as Maya Lopez in a still from Hawkeye
After the series wrapped up, the possibilities for the character skyrocketed to new heights with the multiverse opening new gates for the future. Thus, if there is to be a season 2 somewhere down the line, then Cox revealed that she would want her character to fight the Green Goblin from the Spider-Man films, which many fans are calling a pipe dream.
Alaqua Cox Wants Echo To Fight Green Goblin in a Potential Season Two
Alaqua Cox in and as...
Alaqua Cox as Maya Lopez in a still from Hawkeye
After the series wrapped up, the possibilities for the character skyrocketed to new heights with the multiverse opening new gates for the future. Thus, if there is to be a season 2 somewhere down the line, then Cox revealed that she would want her character to fight the Green Goblin from the Spider-Man films, which many fans are calling a pipe dream.
Alaqua Cox Wants Echo To Fight Green Goblin in a Potential Season Two
Alaqua Cox in and as...
- 4/9/2024
- by Deepak Bisht
- FandomWire
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