Spider-Man: No Way Home is a 2021 Marvel superhero movie directed by Jon Watts. The film follows Peter Parker after his secret identity is exposed to the world. When Peter asks Doctor Strange to make everyone forget that he is Spider-Man, the spell goes wrong and opens the multiverse, bringing dangerous villains from other universes into his world.
Movie Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| MOVIE TITLE | Spider-Man: No Way Home |
| ORIGINAL TITLE | Spider-Man: No Way Home |
| RELEASE DATE | December 17, 2021 |
| RELEASE YEAR | 2021 |
| RUNTIME | 148 minutes |
| CERTIFICATE / AGE RATING | PG-13 |
| STATUS | Released |
| COUNTRY | United States |
| LANGUAGE | English |
| GENRE | Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Superhero |
| DIRECTOR | Jon Watts |
| WRITERS | Chris McKenna, Erik Sommers |
| PRODUCERS | Kevin Feige, Amy Pascal |
| PRODUCTION COMPANY | Columbia Pictures, Marvel Studios, Pascal Pictures |
| DISTRIBUTOR | Sony Pictures Releasing |
| BUDGET | Approximately $200 million |
| BOX OFFICE | Approximately $1.921 billion worldwide |
Trailer
Cast
| Actor | Character |
|---|---|
| Tom Holland | Peter Parker / Spider-Man |
| Zendaya | MJ |
| Benedict Cumberbatch | Doctor Stephen Strange |
| Jacob Batalon | Ned Leeds |
| Jon Favreau | Happy Hogan |
| Jamie Foxx | Max Dillon / Electro |
| Willem Dafoe | Norman Osborn / Green Goblin |
| Alfred Molina | Dr. Otto Octavius / Doctor Octopus |
| Benedict Wong | Wong |
| Tony Revolori | Flash Thompson |
| Marisa Tomei | May Parker |
| Andrew Garfield | Peter Parker / Spider-Man |
| Tobey Maguire | Peter Parker / Spider-Man |
| Thomas Haden Church | Flint Marko / Sandman |
| Rhys Ifans | Dr. Curt Connors / Lizard |
| Angourie Rice | Betty Brant |
| Arian Moayed | Agent P. Cleary |
| Paula Newsome | MIT Vice Chancellor |
| Hannibal Buress | Coach Wilson |
| Martin Starr | Mr. Harrington |
| J. B. Smoove | Mr. Dell |
| J. K. Simmons | J. Jonah Jameson |
| Charlie Cox | Matt Murdock |
| Gloria Reuben | General DODC Representative |
| Mary Rivera | Yolanda |
| Nassim Pedrad | Receptionist |
| Jorge Lendeborg Jr. | Jason Ionello |
| J. K. Simmons | J. Jonah Jameson |
Note: The movie has many additional credited performers and background actors. The cast above covers the principal cast, major supporting characters and important cameo appearances relevant to the story.
Story / Plot
The story begins immediately after the events of Spider-Man: Far From Home. Mysterio has revealed Spider-Man’s secret identity to the world, and Peter Parker is now publicly known as Spider-Man.
Peter, MJ and Ned are suddenly surrounded by media attention. Peter’s life becomes even more complicated when his friends struggle to get into MIT because of their association with him. Wanting to fix the situation, Peter asks Doctor Strange for help.
Doctor Strange agrees to cast a spell that will make everyone forget that Peter Parker is Spider-Man. However, Peter repeatedly changes the spell because he wants certain people, including MJ and Ned, to remember him. The spell becomes unstable and breaks open the multiverse.
Peter soon discovers that several villains from other universes have entered his world. These include Green Goblin, Doctor Octopus, Electro, Sandman and the Lizard.
Doctor Strange wants to send the villains back to their universes, but Peter learns that they are being sent back to moments where some of them are destined to die. Peter believes they should be given a chance to change their fate instead.
Peter takes the villains to Happy Hogan’s apartment and attempts to cure them. Doctor Octopus is successfully cured of the influence of his mechanical arms, but Green Goblin takes control of the situation and attacks Peter.
During the battle, Aunt May is fatally injured by Green Goblin. Before she dies, she reminds Peter of the responsibility that comes with having great power.
Peter becomes determined to stop the villains without simply sending them back to die. Meanwhile, Ned discovers that he can open portals using Doctor Strange’s sling ring.
Ned and MJ search for Peter and accidentally encounter two other versions of Spider-Man: the Peter Parker from Andrew Garfield’s universe and the Peter Parker from Tobey Maguire’s universe.
The three Spider-Men eventually work together to cure the remaining villains. They develop cures for Electro, Lizard and Sandman and prepare for the final confrontation.
During the battle at the Statue of Liberty, the three Spider-Men fight the villains together. Peter’s version of Green Goblin becomes the final and most dangerous opponent.
After the villains are cured, the multiverse begins collapsing into Peter’s world. Doctor Strange explains that the only way to stop the collapse is to make everyone forget Peter Parker completely.
Peter accepts the sacrifice. Doctor Strange casts the final spell, causing everyone in Peter’s universe to forget who Peter Parker is.
Ending Explained
Why does everyone forget Peter Parker?
The original spell was intended to make people forget that Peter Parker is Spider-Man. However, Peter’s repeated changes to the spell caused the multiverse to break open.
At the end, the only way to repair the damage is for Doctor Strange to make everyone forget Peter Parker himself.
This means MJ, Ned, Happy and everyone else lose their memories of Peter.
What happens to the three Spider-Men?
After the villains are cured, the Spider-Men from the other universes return home. Peter says goodbye to Andrew Garfield’s Peter Parker and Tobey Maguire’s Peter Parker before Doctor Strange closes the multiverse portals.
Does Aunt May die?
Yes. Aunt May is fatally injured by Green Goblin after attempting to help Peter and the villains. Her final conversation with Peter reinforces the movie’s central idea about responsibility.
What happens to MJ and Ned?
After the final spell, MJ and Ned no longer remember Peter Parker. Peter visits them at the coffee shop where MJ works but decides not to reveal his identity because he sees that they are happy and safe.
Peter ultimately chooses to protect them rather than restore their memories.
What happens to Peter Parker?
Peter is completely alone after everyone forgets him. He moves into a small apartment and creates a new Spider-Man suit for himself.
He continues protecting New York as Spider-Man, but now he has no personal relationships connecting his superhero life to his civilian identity.
Why doesn’t Peter tell MJ who he is?
Peter initially plans to tell MJ and Ned who he is, but when he sees that MJ is happy and has a future ahead of her, he decides not to interfere. He accepts the personal cost of the spell to keep them safe.
Does Doctor Strange remember Peter Parker?
No. The final spell makes everyone forget Peter Parker. Doctor Strange also no longer remembers him.
Post-Credits Scenes
Mid-Credits Scene – Eddie Brock and Venom
The first credits scene shows Eddie Brock and Venom in a bar discussing the events of the multiverse. Eddie learns about several major events involving superheroes before Doctor Strange’s spell sends him back to his own universe.
However, a small amount of the Venom symbiote is left behind in the MCU.
Post-Credits Scene – Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
The final scene is a preview for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Instead of a traditional additional story scene, it shows footage from Doctor Strange’s next adventure and introduces the multiverse-related events that follow.
Where to Watch
Important: Legal streaming and digital availability can differ between countries and can change over time. The services below are international platforms or digital services associated with the movie in different markets. Use each platform’s own search function to check availability where you live.
- Disney+
- Amazon Prime Video
- Apple TV
- Fandango at Home
- YouTube Movies
- Fubo
- YouTube TV
- FXNOW
- STARZ
- Sony Pictures
- Sony Pictures Core
- JustWatch – Global Streaming Availability Checker
Depending on the market, the movie may be available through subscription streaming, digital rental or digital purchase. Sony’s official page currently lists services including Apple TV, Prime Video, Fandango, YouTube and Sony Pictures Core among its digital options.
Franchise / Connections
FRANCHISE:
Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) – Spider-Man
PREQUEL:
Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)
SEQUEL:
Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026)
RELATED MOVIES:
- Captain America: Civil War (2016)
- Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)
- Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
- Avengers: Endgame (2019)
- Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)
- Spider-Man (2002)
- Spider-Man 2 (2004)
- Spider-Man 3 (2007)
- The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)
- The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014)
- Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022)
FAQs
What is Spider-Man: No Way Home about?
Spider-Man: No Way Home follows Peter Parker after his secret identity is exposed. Peter asks Doctor Strange to make people forget his identity, but the spell opens the multiverse and brings villains and Spider-Men from other universes into his world.
When was Spider-Man: No Way Home released?
Spider-Man: No Way Home was released on December 17, 2021.
How long is Spider-Man: No Way Home?
The theatrical version has a runtime of 148 minutes.
Who directed Spider-Man: No Way Home?
Jon Watts directed Spider-Man: No Way Home.
Who plays Spider-Man in No Way Home?
Tom Holland plays Peter Parker / Spider-Man. Andrew Garfield and Tobey Maguire also return as versions of Peter Parker / Spider-Man from their respective universes.
Who plays Doctor Strange in Spider-Man: No Way Home?
Benedict Cumberbatch plays Doctor Stephen Strange.
Who are the villains in Spider-Man: No Way Home?
The major returning villains are Green Goblin, Doctor Octopus, Electro, Sandman and the Lizard.
Who plays Green Goblin?
Willem Dafoe plays Norman Osborn / Green Goblin.
Who plays Doctor Octopus?
Alfred Molina plays Dr. Otto Octavius / Doctor Octopus.
Who plays Electro?
Jamie Foxx plays Max Dillon / Electro.
Who plays Sandman?
Thomas Haden Church plays Flint Marko / Sandman.
Who plays the Lizard?
Rhys Ifans plays Dr. Curt Connors / Lizard.
Are Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield in Spider-Man: No Way Home?
Yes. Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield appear as their respective versions of Peter Parker / Spider-Man.
How many Spider-Men are in No Way Home?
Three live-action versions of Peter Parker appear together: Tom Holland’s Spider-Man, Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man and Andrew Garfield’s Spider-Man.
Is Spider-Man: No Way Home connected to the old Spider-Man movies?
Yes. The multiverse storyline connects the movie to Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man trilogy and Marc Webb’s The Amazing Spider-Man movies through returning characters and their versions of Spider-Man.
Why do the villains come to Peter’s universe?
Doctor Strange’s attempt to make everyone forget Peter Parker’s identity goes wrong after Peter repeatedly changes the spell. This causes the multiverse to open and brings people who know Spider-Man’s identity into Peter’s universe.
Does Aunt May die in Spider-Man: No Way Home?
Yes. Aunt May dies after being fatally injured during Green Goblin’s attack.
Does Peter Parker die in No Way Home?
No. Peter Parker survives the final battle.
Does MJ remember Peter Parker at the end?
No. Doctor Strange’s final spell causes MJ to forget Peter Parker completely.
Does Ned remember Peter Parker?
No. Ned also forgets Peter Parker after Doctor Strange casts the final spell.
Does Doctor Strange remember Peter Parker?
No. The final spell removes Peter Parker from everyone’s memories, including Doctor Strange’s.
Why does Peter let everyone forget him?
Peter accepts the sacrifice because it is the only way to repair the damage caused to the multiverse and prevent more dangerous beings from entering his universe.
What happens to the three Spider-Men?
Tobey Maguire’s and Andrew Garfield’s versions of Spider-Man return to their own universes after helping Peter cure the villains.
What happens to Green Goblin?
Peter and the other Spider-Men cure Norman Osborn of the Green Goblin persona before he is returned to his universe.
What happens to Doctor Octopus?
Peter discovers a way to repair Otto Octavius’s inhibitor chip, allowing him to regain control of his mechanical arms and return to his universe.
What happens to Electro?
Electro is cured of his powers using a device created by Peter and the other Spider-Men before being returned to his universe.
What happens to Sandman?
Flint Marko is separated from the Sandman transformation and is returned to his universe after Peter and the other Spider-Men help cure the villains.
What happens to the Lizard?
Dr. Curt Connors is restored to his human form before being sent back to his universe.
What is the ending of Spider-Man: No Way Home?
Peter chooses to sacrifice his relationships so the multiverse can be repaired. Everyone forgets Peter Parker, but Spider-Man continues protecting New York.
Does Spider-Man: No Way Home have post-credits scenes?
Yes. The movie has two credits scenes.
What happens to Venom in No Way Home?
Eddie Brock and Venom briefly enter the MCU because of the multiverse spell. They are sent back to their universe, but a small piece of the Venom symbiote remains behind.
What is the final post-credits scene?
The final scene is a preview for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
Is Spider-Man: No Way Home part of the MCU?
Yes. Spider-Man: No Way Home is part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Is Spider-Man: No Way Home a sequel to Far From Home?
Yes. Spider-Man: No Way Home directly continues the story from Spider-Man: Far From Home.
What movie comes after Spider-Man: No Way Home?
The next Tom Holland Spider-Man movie is Spider-Man: Brand New Day, scheduled for 2026.
Is Spider-Man: No Way Home based on a true story?
No. Spider-Man: No Way Home is a fictional superhero movie based on the Marvel Comics character Spider-Man.
Who produced Spider-Man: No Way Home?
Kevin Feige and Amy Pascal produced Spider-Man: No Way Home.
Who wrote Spider-Man: No Way Home?
Chris McKenna and Erik Sommers wrote the screenplay, based on the Marvel Comics character created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko.
What genre is Spider-Man: No Way Home?
Spider-Man: No Way Home is an action, adventure, comedy, fantasy, science-fiction and superhero movie.
Where can I watch Spider-Man: No Way Home?
Legal availability varies by country and changes over time. Services associated with the movie in different markets include Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV and other digital platforms. JustWatch can be used to check the current legal availability in a particular location.
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