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Spider-Man 2

2004·Movie
2h 7min·PG-13

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High energy, big heart.

Energy

Epic and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Hopeful and cathartic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Hopefulness8
  • Catharsis8
  • Coming of Age8

Humor

Some slapstick and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy3

World

Growing up, the mind, and pop culture

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability9
  • World Immersion8
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction9
  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and score

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition8

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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You want something quiet and calm

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About

There's a hero in all of us.

Peter Parker is going through a major identity crisis. Burned out from being Spider-Man, he decides to shelve his superhero alter ego, which leaves the city suffering in the wake of carnage left by the evil Doc Ock. In the meantime, Parker still can't act on his feelings for Mary Jane Watson, a girl he's loved since childhood. A certain anger begins to brew in his best friend Harry Osborn as well...
Iconic Superhero ActionEmotional JourneyCharacter-Driven NarrativeClassic VillainThemes of ResponsibilityHeartfelt RomanceSpectacular VisualsComing-of-Age StoryHigh-Stakes Drama

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Questions about Spider-Man 2

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Spider-Man 2 legally?

Spider-Man 2 is included with a subscription to Disney+, Hulu, fuboTV, and YouTube TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on FXNow. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Spider-Man 2 worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 93%, and Metacritic 83). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Spider-Man 2 rated?

PG-13Violence

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Spider-Man 2?

2 h 7 min

Spider-Man 2 runs 2 h 7 min.

Is Spider-Man 2 based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a comic.

Do critics and audiences agree on Spider-Man 2?

Critics88
Audiences81

Yes. Critics average 88 and audiences 81 out of 100, so both groups see Spider-Man 2 much the same way.

Was Spider-Man 2 a box office hit?

Budget$200 million
Box office$789 million

Yes. It cost about $200 million to make and earned $789 million worldwide, 3.9 times its budget.

What language is Spider-Man 2 in?

EnglishRussianChinese

It was made in English, with some Russian, Chinese. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Spider-Man 2?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Spider-Man 2 in 134 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Spider-Man 2 use?

Disability-Negating SuperpowerNature Is Not a ToySurprisingly Realistic OutcomeRunaway TrainMother Nature, Father Science"Not So Different" RemarkPost-Victory CollapseHeld GazeNon-Dubbed GruntsUnstoppable RageWham ShotEnormous Engagement Ringand 250 more

TV Tropes lists 262 storytelling tropes for Spider-Man 2, including Disability-Negating Superpower, Nature Is Not a Toy, Surprisingly Realistic Outcome.