With Spider-Man: Brand New Day gearing up for its theatrical release on July 31, anticipation is building among Marvel fans worldwide. As Tom Holland returns for another adventure as Peter Parker, many fans are revisiting some of the character’s most memorable big-screen outings. Whether it’s the visually stunning Spider-Verse films or beloved live-action entries like No Way Home and Homecoming, Spider-Man has delivered some of the most acclaimed superhero movies of the past two decades.
Here are five of the highest-rated Spider-Man movies on IMDb that deserve a spot on every fan’s watchlist.
1. Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023)
Director: Kemp Powers, Justin K. Thompson, Joaquin Dos Santos
IMDb Rating: 8.5/10
Streaming On: Disney+, Fubo TV
Plot:
Miles Morales returns for another multiversal adventure in this critically acclaimed sequel to Into the Spider-Verse. After reuniting with Gwen Stacy, Miles is introduced to an expansive network of Spider-People from different dimensions. However, tensions rise when a dangerous new villain known as Spot threatens the stability of the multiverse, forcing Miles to question everything he believes about being Spider-Man.
2. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)
Director: Peter Ramsey, Rodney Rothman, Bob Persichetti
IMDb Rating: 8.4/10
Streaming On: Netflix, Prime Video (Rent)
Plot:
This Oscar-winning animated film introduces Miles Morales, a teenager who unexpectedly gains spider-like abilities and becomes Brooklyn’s new Spider-Man. When Kingpin’s experiments open portals to parallel universes, Miles teams up with alternate versions of Spider-Man to save reality and discover what it truly means to wear the mask.
3. Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
Director: Jon Watts
IMDb Rating: 8.1/10
Streaming On: Disney+, Fubo TV
Plot:
After Peter Parker’s secret identity is exposed, his life spirals out of control. Desperate for a solution, he turns to Doctor Strange for help. A spell meant to make the world forget his identity goes horribly wrong, opening the door to villains and heroes from other universes. What follows is one of the most ambitious and emotional Spider-Man stories ever put on screen.
4. Spider-Man 2 (2004)
Director: Sam Raimi
IMDb Rating: 7.5/10
Streaming On: Disney+, Netflix, Hulu
Plot:
Widely regarded as one of the greatest superhero films ever made, Spider-Man 2 sees Peter Parker struggling to balance his responsibilities as a hero with the demands of everyday life. As his powers begin to fade, he faces a formidable new enemy in Dr. Otto Octavius while trying to hold together his relationships, career, and future.
5. Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)
Director: Jon Watts
IMDb Rating: 7.4/10
Streaming On: Disney+, Fubo TV
Plot:
Following his debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Peter Parker returns home determined to prove himself as more than just a friendly neighborhood superhero. While juggling school, friendships, and teenage life, he comes face-to-face with Vulture, a dangerous villain whose connection to Peter makes the battle far more personal than expected.
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From groundbreaking animation to unforgettable live-action adventures, these films showcase why Spider-Man remains one of the most beloved superheroes in cinema. With Spider-Man: Brand New Day just around the corner, there’s no better time to revisit the web-slinger’s greatest hits.
