What is the correct order to watch the Spider-Man movies? The ultimate guide for fans
Planning a Spider-Man marathon but not sure where to begin? No worries. With three different film series, an animated universe, and a Marvel-Sony collaboration, it can get pretty confusing. In this guide, we break down the best order to watch all the Spider-Man movies—for maximum enjoyment and chronological clarity.
1. The original Spider-Man trilogy (Tobey Maguire)
This classic series from the early 2000s brought Spider-Man into the cinematic spotlight. Watch them in this order:
- Spider-Man (2002)
- Spider-Man 2 (2004)
- Spider-Man 3 (2007)
Directed by Sam Raimi. These films follow Peter Parker from his first spider bite to epic battles against villains like Green Goblin, Doctor Octopus, and Venom.
2. The Amazing Spider-Man duology (Andrew Garfield)
After the original trilogy, Sony rebooted the franchise with a new Peter Parker:
- The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)
- The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014)
These films are darker in tone, exploring the death of Peter’s parents and his romance with Gwen Stacy.
3. Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (Tom Holland)
Tom Holland’s Spider-Man made his debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), meaning his films are connected to other heroes like Iron Man and Doctor Strange.
- Captain America: Civil War (2016) – first appearance of Tom Holland as Spider-Man
- Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)
- Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
- Avengers: Endgame (2019)
- Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)
- Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
Pro tip: To follow the full story, include the Avengers movies between Spider-Man entries.
4. Spider-Verse animated films (Miles Morales)
Love animation and multiverse adventures? These are a must-watch:
- Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023)
- Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse (expected 2025)
These films center on Miles Morales and feature multiple Spider-People from alternate universes.
5. Bonus: Spider-Man movies by release date
Want to watch them in the order they came out? Here’s your list:
- Spider-Man (2002)
- Spider-Man 2 (2004)
- Spider-Man 3 (2007)
- The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)
- The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014)
- Captain America: Civil War (2016)
- Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)
- Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
- Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)
- Avengers: Endgame (2019)
- Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)
- Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023)
- Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse (2025?)
Frequently Asked Questions about Spider-Man movies
- Which Spider-Man should I start with?
For a nostalgic feel: start with Tobey Maguire. For MCU fans: begin with Tom Holland in Civil War. - What’s the correct order to watch Spider-Man?
Chronologically by universe (as explained above), or simply by release date. - What versions of Spider-Man exist?
Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield, Tom Holland, and Miles Morales are the main ones. - What was the first Spider-Man film?
Spider-Man (2002), directed by Sam Raimi starring Tobey Maguire.
Conclusion
Whether you’re in the mood for nostalgia or ready to dive deep into the multiverse, this guide has you covered. And don’t forget to check out our shop for awesome Spider-Man merchandise – from backpacks to drinkware, perfect for fans of all ages!