Peter Parker / Spider-Man

Last Updated on: February 19th, 2024

Peter Parker Spider-ManWho is Peter Parker / Spider-Man?

Peter Parker, also known as Spider-Man, is one of the most iconic and beloved characters in the Marvel Comics and the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Created by writer Stan Lee and artist Steve Ditko, Peter Parker first appeared in “Amazing Fantasy” #15 in 1962.

In the comics, Peter Parker is a brilliant and kind-hearted teenager who gains superhuman abilities after being bitten by a radioactive spider. He acquires incredible agility, strength, and the ability to cling to walls. Initially using his newfound powers for personal gain, Peter learns a valuable lesson about responsibility when his Uncle Ben is tragically killed due to his inaction.

From that moment on, Peter embraces his role as a superhero and adopts the identity of Spider-Man. He becomes the friendly neighborhood hero of New York City, fighting crime and protecting the innocent from various supervillains and threats.

Peter Parker’s character is characterized by his relatability and vulnerability. Despite his extraordinary powers, he faces everyday challenges, juggling school, work, relationships, and his superhero duties. His struggles to balance his personal life with his responsibilities as Spider-Man make him a compelling and human character.

In the MCU, Peter Parker is portrayed by actor Tom Holland. He first appears in “Captain America: Civil War” (2016) as a young superhero recruited by Tony Stark (Iron Man) to join the Avengers. He later stars in his solo films, including “Spider-Man: Homecoming” (2017), “Spider-Man: Far From Home” (2019), and “Spider-Man: No Way Home” (2021).

In the MCU, Peter’s story is deeply intertwined with the legacy of Tony Stark, and he grapples with the pressure of living up to Iron Man’s legacy while navigating his teenage years. Peter’s growth as a character is marked by the realization that being a superhero involves sacrifice and difficult choices.

Spider-Man’s iconic costume, his witty banter during battles, and his iconic catchphrase “With great power comes great responsibility” have become staples of the character’s legacy.

Overall, Peter Parker / Spider-Man is a timeless character whose enduring appeal lies in his humanity, humor, and sense of responsibility. He serves as an inspiration to countless fans, showcasing that anyone can be a hero, regardless of their background or circumstances.

The Collection:

Here is the Internet’s largest collection of Peter Parker / Spider-Man related movies, TV shows, toys and other products. As always, new pieces are added to this collection regularly.

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The Amazing Spider-Man 2

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In the News

  • PlayStation’s “Marvel’s Spider-Man 2” Will Arrive on PC this January, October 19, 2024
  • Spider-Man to Return to Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade for First Time in 10 Years, September 30, 2024
  • Marvel Announces New Prequel Comic Series for Disney+’s Upcoming “Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man” Animated Series, September 11, 2024
  • It looks like Spider-Man is finally coming to Fall Guys, September 2, 2024
  • Tom Holland Talks ‘Spider-Man’ And Plans For Fourth Movie, April 23, 2024
  • “Spider-Man: Freshman Year” Series Coming to Disney+ Changed to “Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man”, December 12, 2023
  • Disney Junior’s ‘Spidey and His Amazing Friends’ Season 3 Premiere Date Announced, December 8, 2023
  • Tom Holland ‘Actively Engaging’ in ‘Spider-Man 4’ Talks About ‘What It Could Look Like,’ but ‘I Won’t Make Another One for the Sake of Making Another One’, December 1, 2023
  • Sony’s ‘Spider-Man’ Movies and ‘Venom’ Coming to Disney+, April 21, 2023
  • Marvel’s “Spidey and His Amazing Friends” Season 2 to Premiere on August 19, “Glow Webs Glow” Music Video Released, July 16, 2022
  • ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Returning to Theaters This Fall With Extended ‘Fun Stuff’ Version, June 11, 2022
  • ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Hitting $800M Domestic B.O. Milestone; Notches Record 2.1M+ Digital Sales: How The Pic Changed The Industry’s Mindset, March 27, 2022
  • Spider-Men unite as No Way Home heads to digital and Blu-ray, March 1, 2022
  • ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Takes Down ‘Avatar’ to Become Third-Biggest Movie Ever at Domestic Box Office, February 17, 2022
  • Spider-Man: No Way Home’s First Streaming Home Confirmed, February 8, 2022
  • ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Swings Past $1B Overseas; Global Now $1.74B – International Box Office, January 31, 2022
  • ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Tops $1.6B WW & Becomes Biggest Movie Ever In Mexico – International Box Office, January 18, 2022
  • ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Swings To $1.37B Global, Now 12th Biggest Film Ever WW – International Box Office, January 4, 2022
  • ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Dashes To $1B+ Global For Pandemic-Era First, Is Top 2021 Title WW – International Box Office, December 27, 2021
  • ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Swinging Past $1B Global Today; ‘Sing 2’ Tunes Up For $66M+ WW Through Sunday – International Box Office, December 26, 2021
  • ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Is Amazing With $587M+ Global Bow, Snares 3rd Biggest All-Time WW Debut & Sony’s Best Ever – International Box Office, December 20, 2021
  • ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Close To Stealing 2nd Best Domestic Box Office Opening Record Away From ‘Infinity War’ With $257M-$260M,
  • Spider-Man: No Way Home Projected To Boast $200M Opening Weekend, December 7, 2021
  • ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Weaves Record-Breaking Presales Overseas; Sets 24-Hour Benchmarks In Several Key Markets, December 6, 2021
  • Spider-Man: No Way Home Gets New IMAX Trailer, December 3, 2021
  • ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Seeing Biggest Fandango Presales Since ‘Avengers: Endgame’, December 1, 2021
  • ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Will Release in Theaters Multiple Days Early, For Some, November 15, 2021
  • Spider-Man: No Way Home gets new poster referencing four villains, November 8, 2021
  • Kevin Feige Warns Fans May Be “Disappointed” With New Spider-Man Movie, October 29, 2021
  • ‘No Way Home’ Director Says This is the “Endgame” For Spider-Man, October 27, 2021
  • Tom Holland says No Way Home is the end of Marvel’s Spider-Man trilogy, October 15, 2021
  • WEB SLINGERS May Use Standby on Select Days in Disneyland, October 9, 2021
  • ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ First-Day Global Trailer Views Smash ‘Avengers: Endgame’s All-Time Record, August 26, 2021
  • A Closer Look Inside WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Park, June 4, 2021
  • Release Date Announced for Avengers: Infinity War DVD and Blu-Ray, July 10, 2018
  • Avengers: Infinity War Box Office Totals (Updated Weekly), April 28, 2018
  • Marvel’s Magical Run Continues: Infinity War Breaks Pre-Sale Record, March 18, 2018
  • Avengers: Infinity War Release Date Will Be Earlier Than Scheduled!, March 2, 2018
  • Marvel Releases New Poster and Trailer for Avengers: Infinity War, November 29, 2017
  • ‘Captain America: Civil War’ Tops $1 Billion!, May 24, 2016
  • Captain America: Civil War Has Strong First Weekend, May 9, 2016
  • And the Name of the Next Spider-Man Movie Is…., April 14, 2016

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