Few comic book characters are as beloved as Spider-Man. With such a simple and understandable set of powers and a memorably iconic guiding ethos, Marvel’s signature character is a shining example of what it means to be a hero. Created in 1962 by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, the friendly neighborhood Spider-Man has a rich and storied history in pop culture across comic books, video games, television shows, and both live-action and animated films. His story is as malleable and universal today as it was over 50 years ago.
Spider-Man’s legacy on the silver screen is a rich one. The release of Sam Raimi’s 2002 Spider-Man kicked off a series of movies involving the old webhead and his extended supporting cast, featured in films like the upcoming Venom: The Last Dance and Kraven: The Hunter, as well as the infamous Morbius and Madame Web. These projects are hit or miss, but mark attempts from Sony Pictures to explore the depths of the Spider-Man intellectual property in search of a hit now that the main man is back under the Marvel Studios umbrella.
With the release of Venom: The Last Dance just around the corner, we’re taking a look at the entire cinematic history of Spider-Man and ranking the movies from worst to best. This includes aforementioned Sony-driven films like Morbius and Madame Web, the early aughts work of Sam Raimi, the MCU tenure, and even recent animated adaptations. Below, find our comprehensive list, which we have assembled with the greatest responsibility.