Marvel fans, get ready for some web-slinging excitement! Disney Plus has made a thrilling announcement on April 20th that will make Spidey enthusiasts jump for joy. They are adding several Spider-Man movies to their streaming platform, including the iconic Sam Raimi trilogy and The Amazing Spider-Man. But before you start thinking that Disney bought Spider-Man, there’s a twist to the story. Let’s dive into the details and answer your burning questions.
Is Spider-Man Coming to Disney Plus?
Yes, you read it correctly. Spider-Man and his arch-nemesis, Venom, are making their way to Disney Plus soon. If you’re a Marvel fan, you might have noticed that Spider-Man movies have been bouncing around various streaming platforms over the years. After two decades of thrilling adventures, Marvel Studios is still figuring out where to showcase these films. It’s been a bit of a mess, to be honest. But now, Disney has made it official with a tweet that Spider-Man and Venom are swinging onto Disney Plus this spring.
Disney captioned it, “Our Spidey-Senses are tingling.These #SpiderMan movies are swinging onto #DisneyPlus!”
Are All the Spider-Man Movies on Disney Plus?
Disney’s move to add Spider-Man movies to its collection is part of Marvel’s plan to bring all the superhero stories into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Starting April 21st, you can enjoy Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man original trilogy, The Amazing Spider-Man, and The Amazing Spider-Man 2 on Disney Plus. On May 12th, Spider-Man: Homecoming, starring Tom Holland as Peter Parker, and Tom Hardy’s Venom will also be available for a superhero double dose.
You might wonder why all these Spider-Man movies are suddenly appearing on Disney Plus. Well, it’s not out of nowhere. In 2021, Sony and Disney struck a deal that allows Spider-Man to be part of the MCU. Sony, the owner of Spider-Man, had previously made various deals with other streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime, leading to the movies jumping from platform to platform. It’s been a bit chaotic, but fans can now hope for a more consolidated home for superhero movies.
Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man Joins the MCU
Surprisingly, Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man is also joining the MCU catalog. How is that possible, you ask? Well, it’s because the older Spider-Man movies exist in a different universe compared to Tom Holland’s New York adventures. It’s a delightful addition for fans of the original Spider-Man trilogy.
Why Is Spider-Man: No Way Home Not Available on Disney Plus?
As much as fans would love to see Spider-Man: No Way Home on Disney Plus, it won’t be happening anytime soon. This is because Sony retains the rights to Spider-Man and has plans to expand Spidey’s story further, making things a bit complicated. While there’s a possibility that the movie might arrive on Disney Plus eventually, don’t hold your breath for it.
Marvel Studios’ head honcho, Kevin Feige, dropped hints about a new story featuring Peter Parker (played by Tom Holland) in the works. He didn’t reveal much but mentioned, “We have big ideas for that, and our writers are just putting pen to paper now.” This new chapter will be part of Marvel Phase 5.
Why Does Sony Own Spider-Man?
You might be wondering why Sony, and not Marvel, owns Spider-Man, a beloved Marvel character. Well, it’s quite a tale of ups and downs. In the late 1990s, Marvel was facing financial struggles and sold the film rights to many of its popular characters to various movie studios. Sony secured the rights to Spider-Man, while Fox acquired the X-Men and Fantastic Four. That’s why we’ve seen different versions of these characters in movies over the years.
Sony’s ownership of Spider-Man has led to some challenges for Marvel Studios. However, the two giants finally worked out a deal to include Spider-Man in the MCU, allowing fans to enjoy the character’s presence in the broader Marvel universe.
So, grab your popcorn, get cozy, and prepare for some Spider-Man movie marathons on Disney Plus. Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below about this fantastic addition to the streaming platform. And if you’re a superhero fan, don’t forget to check out averagebeing.com for all the latest updates on your favorite caped crusaders!
