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Spider-man

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Also known as Peter Parker, the web-slinger

8 stories · latest Sep 16, 2026 · TV & Film, Celebrity

About Spider-man

Spider-Man is a comic book superhero character and major cinematic film franchise produced in connection with Sony Pictures and Marvel Studios. The cinematic property follows the hero Peter Parker as he dons the web-slinging suit and protects the public across numerous theatrical reboots and sequels.

The film franchise has demonstrated historic box office power across multiple installments, including Spider-Man: No Way Home and Spider-Man: Brand New Day. In 2026, Spider-Man: Brand New Day officially set the all-time North American domestic box office record by reaching $936.7 million in ticket sales, overtaking Star Wars: The Force Awakens. The franchise frequently dominates theatrical charts for consecutive weeks, maintaining long box office runs that outperform major studio competitors.

The cinematic portrayal of Peter Parker has involved notable actors across different generations, including Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield, and Tom Holland, with performers such as Jamie Bell having also auditioned for the role. Contemporary entries have featured Zendaya alongside Tom Holland, as well as supporting cast members like Angourie Rice as high school news anchor Betty Brant.

  • Coverage primarily centers on the commercial footprint of the theatrical franchise, highlighting its record-setting domestic box office totals.
  • Media attention also consistently touches on the casting history of Peter Parker, detailing past auditions and actor perspectives on the superhero's identity.
  • Additionally, reporting tracks cast updates and narrative shifts as new cinematic installments transition away from previous high school settings.

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  1. Spider-Man: Brand New Day Rules Box Office With $39M Frame as Insidious 6 Takes Second

    Aug 23, 2026

    Spider-Man: Brand New Day tops the North American box office for a fourth consecutive weekend with $39 million.

    Spider-Man: Brand New Day Rules Box Office With $39M Frame as Insidious 6 Takes Second
  2. Angourie Rice Reveals Why She Isn't Returning For 'Spider-Man 4'

    Sep 1, 2026

    Angourie Rice confirms she was not invited to reprise her role as Betty Brant in Spider-Man: Brand New Day.

    Angourie Rice Reveals Why She Isn't Returning For 'Spider-Man 4'
  3. Andrew Garfield Stands By Pitch To Make Spider-Man Gay: 'Anyone Can Be In That Suit'

    Sep 1, 2026

    Andrew Garfield reaffirms his support for depicting Peter Parker as gay within the superhero series.

    Andrew Garfield Stands By Pitch To Make Spider-Man Gay: 'Anyone Can Be In That Suit'
  4. Andrew Garfield & Jamie Bell Reveal Awkward Spider-Man Audition Secret On 'WWHL'

    Sep 15, 2026

    Andrew Garfield and Jamie Bell reflect on competing for the role of Peter Parker prior to the reboot franchise launch.

    Andrew Garfield & Jamie Bell Reveal Awkward Spider-Man Audition Secret On 'WWHL'
  5. Web-Slinger Wins! 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Beats 'Star Wars' For All-Time Domestic Box Office Record

    Sep 16, 2026

    Spider-Man: Brand New Day becomes the highest-grossing film of all time at the domestic box office with $936.7 million.

    Web-Slinger Wins! 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Beats 'Star Wars' For All-Time Domestic Box Office Record

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Web-Slinger Wins! 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' Beats 'Star Wars' For All-Time Domestic Box Office Record
Andrew Garfield & Jamie Bell Reveal Awkward Spider-Man Audition Secret On 'WWHL'
Andrew Garfield Stands By Pitch To Make Spider-Man Gay: 'Anyone Can Be In That Suit'
Angourie Rice Reveals Why She Isn't Returning For 'Spider-Man 4'
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Rules Box Office With $39M Frame as Insidious 6 Takes Second
Why Spider-Man Is Still Hollywood's Ultimate Box Office King

Spider-man: your questions

What is the highest-grossing Spider-Man movie at the domestic box office?

Spider-Man: Brand New Day set the record by grossing $936.7 million in North America, surpassing Star Wars: The Force Awakens as the top-grossing domestic film of all time.

Did Andrew Garfield pitch a gay Spider-Man?

Yes, Andrew Garfield stood by comments he originally made in 2013 proposing that Peter Parker could explore his sexuality and be depicted as gay on screen.

Is Angourie Rice returning for Spider-Man 4?

No, Angourie Rice revealed that reprising her role as high school news anchor Betty Brant was never pitched to her as the storyline moves away from Midtown High.

How much did Spider-Man: No Way Home make in North America?

Spider-Man: No Way Home generated $814 million at the domestic box office following its 2021 release.

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