The Spider-Man Cinematic Universe is an American media franchise and shared universe that is centered on a series of superhero films, independently produced by Marvel Studios, based on the character Spider-Man, which later ties into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and remains as it's sub-cinematic venture.
The cinematic universe currently consists of two compounds, the Spider-Man tetralogy (the first four films), which follows Peter Parker's high school life and adventures and the Amazing Spider-Man trilogy, which continues the adventures of Peter Parker into adulthood.
Movies
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Spider-Man (2002)
Spider-Man follows Peter Parker (Tobey Maguire), an orphaned high schooler who pines after popular girl-next-door Mary Jane Watson (Kirsten Dunst). While on a science class field trip, Peter is bitten by a genetically-engineered "super spider." As a result, Peter gains superhuman abilities, including increased strength, speed, and the abilities to scale walls and generate organic webbing. After his beloved uncle (Cliff Robertson) is murdered, a murder Peter could have easily prevented, the teenager realizes that he must use his newfound abilities to protect New York City. Meanwhile, wealthy industrialist Norman Osborn (Willem Dafoe), the father of Peter's best friend Harry Osborn (James Franco), subjects himself to an experimental performance-enhancing serum, which creates a psychotic and murderous split personality. Donning a military battlesuit, Norman becomes a freakish "Green Goblin", who begins to terrorize the city. Peter, as Spider-Man, now must do battle with the Goblin, all while trying to express his true feelings for Mary Jane.
Spider-Man 2 (2004)
Spider-Man 2 picks up two years after the events of the first film. Struggling to balance both his superhero life and private civilian life, Peter still pines after Mary Jane, who is now engaged, and Harry continues to thirst for revenge against Spider-Man. As the stress of his dual life causes Peter's superpowers to wane, the hero must contend with the presence of Otto Octavius (Alfred Molina), a.k.a. Dr. Octopus, a mad scientist with four mechanical tentacles fused to his spine who sets out to recreate a dangerous fusion-based experiment that could destroy half of New York City. As the villain rampages across the city, Peter must choose between living the normal life he desires, or committing to his responsibility to protect New York as Spider-Man.
Spider-Man 3 (2007)
Spider-Man 3 finds Peter basking in the spotlight as Spider-Man, and finding a balance between being a superhero and being with his love, Mary Jane Watson. Harry finally decides to take his revenge by setting up Mary Jane, then becomes the New Goblin and threatens the elements in Peter's life. Eddie Brock (Topher Grace), another photographer for the Bugle, sets out on a mission to defame Spider-Man and incriminate him. Flint Marko AKA William Baker (Thomas Haden Church), an escaped convict, falls into a particle accelerator and becomes a shape-shifting sand monster later known as Sandman. He sets out to steal money for his chronically ill daughter. Peter later learns that Marko is the one that killed Uncle Ben, causing Peter's own dark intentions to grow. This vendetta is enhanced by the appearance of the mysterious black alien symbiotic substance that bonds to Peter, resulting in the formation of a new, jet-black costume. Once Peter separates himself from the alien, it finds a new host in the form of Brock, resulting in the creation of Venom.
Spider-Man 4 (2011)
Spider-Man 4 is scheduled to be released on May 5, 2011. The film is directed by Jon Watts, from a screenplay by James Vanderbilt, David Lindsay-Abaire, and Gary Ross. Maguire, Dunst, and Baker will return as Peter Parker/Spider-Man, Mary Jane Watson, and Curt Connors/The Lizard respectively, and are joined by John Malkovich, who plays Adrian Toomes/Vulture, while Anne Hathaway will play Felicia Hardy/Black Cat. Production began in February 2010 in New York City, New York and ended in June.
Amazing Tetralogy
The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)
The Amazing Spider-Man is the first film in the series. After Peter Parker is bitten by a genetically altered spider, he gains newfound, spider-like powers and ventures out to solve the mystery of his parent's mysterious death. The film was released on July 3, 2012, to worldwide acclaim and grossed over $757 million worldwide.
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014)
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is the second film in the series and was released on May 2, 2014, to positive reviews and grossed over $709 million worldwide. When New York is put under siege by Oscorp, it is up to Spider-Man to save the city she's of a Angels investigate a series of murders which occur after the theft of a witness protection profile database.
The Sinister Six (2016)
In December 2013, Sony announced two spin-offs of the Amazing Spider-Man series, which include the Sinister Six and Venom, with Drew Goddard attached to write and direct the film, as the film will be a redemption story on the characters and it won't feature the original lineup of the previous film. It was released on November 11, 2016.
Venom (2018)
In March 2012, Josh Trank was in talks to direct a new Venom film as a part of The Amazing Spider-Man film series. In December 2013, Sony officially announced two spin-offs of The Amazing Spider-Man film series, involving a Venom film, now known as Venom: Carnage and Sinister Six, respectively, with the first to be writing by Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci and Ed Solomon, and Kurtzman directing it. In September 2014, Kurtzman stated that they had been considering different incarnations of the character, including Eddie Brock, Ann Weying and Flash Thompson. In March 2016, it was announced that Sony is moving forward with a standalone film by hiring Dante Harper to write the script for the film with Arad and Matt Tolmach producing. The film will have no connection to the Marvel Cinematic Universe version of Spider-Man and will be set in its own continuity. It was announced by Sony that the spin off will be release on October 5th, 2018 with Alex Kurtzman directing the film as an R rated Action/Horror/Sci-Fi movie as Sony's Marvel Universe. In May 2017, Tom Hardy was announced to be cast as Eddie Brock/Venom, with Ruben Fleischer attached to direct.
Silver & Black (2019)
In August 2014, according to Deadline, Sony is eyeing a 2017 release for a potential untitled Female centered spin-off movie with Lisa Joy Nolan writing. In March 2017, Sony Pictures has enlisted Chris Yost to pen the script for their second upcoming Spider-Man spin-off film, which will center around popular supporting players Black Cat and Silver Sable. In May 2017, it was announced that Gina Prince-Bythewood would direct the film now titled Silver & Black. It was released on February 8, 2019.
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The Amazing Spider-Man 3 (TBA)
In June 2013, Sony announced a third film with a release date of June 10, 2016. In October 2013, The Hollywood Reporter reported that Kurtzman, Orci and Pinkner would return to write the third film. In December 2013, Garfield revealed that he is signed for the third film. In February 2014, Sony announced that Webb will return to direct the third film. In March 2014, Shailene Woodley said she was unsure she wanted to be in the third film as Mary Jane Watson, due to commitments with the Divergent film series. In May 2014, Webb told Entertainment Weekly that the third film's story will focus on Peter's recovering from Gwen's death. In July 2014, Orci left the third film to work on the sequel to . In late July 2014, Sony announced that The Amazing Spider-Man 3 was delayed to an unspecified date in 2018. Marc Webb revealed that Norman Osborn will indeed return in The Amazing Spider-Man 3. In September 2014, Emmy Rossum will return in the third film as Anya Corazon. In March 2015, it was reported that Emma Watson had been offered the role of Jill Stacy, Peter's Classmate. In September 2015, Angelina Jolie was confirmed to be in talks for the main role in the movie. later revealed to be Jessica Drew/Spider-Woman. In January 2017, it was reported that Diane Lane was in talks to star with Garfield in the third film. In February 2017, Ewan McGregor joined the cast as Parker's, along with Jemma Dallender as a classmate of Parker's, while Felicity Jones was confirmed to appear in the film, reprising his role as Felicia Hardy/Black Cat for the third film.
The Amazing Spider-Man 4 (TBA)
In June 2013, Sony announced a fourth film with a release date of May 4, 2018. In December 2013, Garfield revealed that he is not sure of his involvement for the fourth film. In March 2014, Webb stated that he would not be directing the fourth film, but would like to remain as a consultant for the series. In late July, Sony moved the film to an unspecified date to make room for The Amazing Spider-Man 3. In April 2017, Emma Watson confirmed that work had begun on the screenplay.