Every Spider-Man Movie Ranked by Rotten Tomatoes Score (Including ‘Brand New Day’)

The cinematic legacy of Marvel’s iconic web slinger spans multiple decades of animated adventures and live action blockbusters. Audiences have watched various iterations of Peter Parker and Miles Morales protect New York City against formidable supervillains. Beyond the central heroes, the expanding cinematic universe includes standalone tales focused on infamous antiheroes and villains. Critical approval ratings offer an engaging lens to evaluate how each entry resonates with reviewers over time. Exploring these critical scores provides a comprehensive overview of the franchise trajectory across decades of filmmaking.

‘Madame Web’ (2024)

Cassandra Webb is a Manhattan paramedic who begins to develop clairvoyant abilities following a near death experience. She discovers that her newfound powers allow her to see future events before they happen in real time. Cassandra uses her abilities to protect three young women from a deadly adversary named Ezekiel Sims. The film earned a 10 percent critical score from professional reviewers. The cast features Dakota Johnson alongside Sydney Sweeney and Celeste O’Connor.

‘Kraven the Hunter’ (2024)

Sergei Kravinoff transforms into a formidable hunter after gaining superhuman senses and tracking abilities during a tragic incident. The young man navigates a complex relationship with his ruthless father while establishing his reputation as an apex predator. He embarks on a personal mission to dismantle dangerous criminal syndicates operating across the globe. Reviewers gave this action origin story a 15 percent approval rating. Aaron Taylor-Johnson plays the lead character alongside Ariana DeBose and Fred Hechinger under the direction of J.C. Chandor.

‘Morbius’ (2022)

Dr. Michael Morbius suffers from a rare blood disorder and attempts a radical cure using vampire bat DNA. The experimental procedure cures his illness while granting him superhuman strength alongside a dangerous thirst for human blood. His childhood friend Milo takes the same cure but embraces his monstrous instincts without remorse. The film stands with a 15 percent critical approval score from reviewers. Jared Leto stars as the living vampire alongside Matt Smith and Adria Arjona.

‘Venom’ (2018)

Investigative journalist Eddie Brock loses his career and relationship while investigating the corrupt Life Foundation. He comes into contact with an alien symbiote that bonds with his body to form a powerful dual entity. Together they must stop industrialist Carlton Drake from bonding humanity with parasitic alien lifeforms. The action blockbuster received a 31 percent critical approval score from reviewers. Tom Hardy plays Eddie Brock alongside Michelle Williams and Riz Ahmed under director Ruben Fleischer.

‘Venom: The Last Dance’ (2024)

Eddie Brock and his alien companion find themselves on the run from both human military forces and threats from the symbiote home world. The duo must make a difficult decision as monstrous creatures hunted by Knull arrive on Earth. Professional critics awarded this conclusion a 40 percent approval score. Tom Hardy reprises his dual role alongside Chiwetel Ejiofor and Juno Temple. Director Kelly Marcel guides the story toward a high stakes conclusion for the bond between Eddie and his symbiote companion.

‘The Amazing Spider-Man 2’ (2014)

Peter Parker struggles to balance his high school graduation and relationship with Gwen Stacy while defending New York City. A dangerous adversary named Electro emerges after a tragic accident at Oscorp involving electrical engineer Max Dillon. Harry Osborn returns to New York to claim his inheritance and seeks spider blood to cure his terminal illness. The superhero sequel holds a 50 percent score from film critics. Andrew Garfield and Emma Stone return alongside Jamie Foxx and Dane DeHaan under director Marc Webb.

‘Venom: Let There Be Carnage’ (2021)

Eddie Brock attempts to reignite his journalism career by interviewing incarcerated serial killer Cletus Kasady. Kasady becomes the host for a terrifying red symbiote named Carnage after biting Eddie during a prison visit. The original symbiote and Eddie must overcome their internal bickering to stop Carnage and his mutant ally Shriek from causing destruction. Critics rated this action comedy sequel at a 58 percent approval score. Woody Harrelson joins the cast as the violent villain alongside Naomie Harris under director Andy Serkis.

‘Spider-Man 3’ (2007)

Peter Parker struggles with his growing ego as New York embraces him as a beloved hero. An extraterrestrial symbiote attaches to his suit and amplifies his darkest desires while new threats emerge across the city. Flint Marko transforms into the Sandman while Harry Osborn seeks vengeance as the New Goblin. Film reviewers awarded this conclusion a 62 percent critical approval rating. Tobey Maguire leads the ensemble cast alongside Kirsten Dunst and Thomas Haden Church under director Sam Raimi.

‘The Amazing Spider-Man’ (2012)

High school student Peter Parker uncovers clues about his parents’ mysterious disappearance years earlier. His investigation leads him to Oscorp and the laboratory of Dr. Curt Connors who is researching cross species genetics. After being bitten by a genetically modified spider, Peter acquires incredible superhuman abilities to fight a monstrous giant Lizard. Reviewers gave this reboot a positive 71 percent critical approval rating. Andrew Garfield stars as Peter Parker alongside Emma Stone and Rhys Ifans.

‘Spider-Man’ (2002)

High school outcast Peter Parker gains arachnid powers following a bite from a genetically altered spider during a school field trip. After a personal tragedy teaches him that great power comes with great responsibility, he chooses to fight crime in New York City. Norman Osborn transforms into the psychotic Green Goblin following an experimental performance enhancer test. The foundational superhero blockbuster achieved a 90 percent approval rating from critics. Tobey Maguire stars alongside Willem Dafoe, Kirsten Dunst, and James Franco under director Sam Raimi.

‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ (2026)

Peter Parker navigates life as a full time street level hero after the world forgot his secret identity. He balances local crimefighting with emotional isolation as he encounters fresh challenges across New York. Film critics gave this fresh reset an impressive 91 percent approval rating. Destin Daniel Cretton directs this chapter starring Tom Holland alongside Zendaya and Sadie Sink. The narrative provides a grounded story for the character while building mature stakes following the events of previous films.

‘Spider-Man: Far From Home’ (2019)

Peter Parker embarks on a European school field trip hoping to take a break from his superhero responsibilities. Nick Fury recruits him to team up with Quentin Beck to stop destructive elemental creatures attacking major cities. Peter must uncover the truth behind Mysterio’s illusion technology while coping with the loss of his mentor Tony Stark. Critics awarded this globe trotting adventure an impressive 91 percent approval rating. Tom Holland stars alongside Samuel L. Jackson, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Zendaya under director Jon Watts.

‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’ (2017)

Young Peter Parker tries to balance high school life with his desire to prove himself to the Avengers. Under the watchful eye of Tony Stark, he stumbles upon a black market weapons ring operated by Adrian Toomes. Peter must rely on his own courage and wits when the villain known as the Vulture threatens his loved ones. Film reviewers praised the adventure with a 92 percent critical approval score. Tom Holland plays the title hero alongside Michael Keaton and Robert Downey Jr under director Jon Watts.

‘Spider-Man 2’ (2004)

Peter Parker faces personal hardship as his grades slip, his job is in jeopardy, and his powers begin to fail him. Brilliant scientist Dr. Otto Octavius becomes controlled by mechanical tentacles following a tragic lab explosion. Peter must choose between pursuing a normal life with Mary Jane Watson or protecting the city from Doctor Octopus. The celebrated sequel earned an outstanding 93 percent critical score from reviewers. Tobey Maguire stars alongside Alfred Molina and Kirsten Dunst under director Sam Raimi.

‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ (2021)

Peter Parker seeks help from Doctor Strange to restore his secret identity through a mystic spell. The spell goes awry and fractures the multiverse, allowing legendary villains from alternate dimensions to enter his world. Peter must team up with alternate versions of himself to cure the villains and send them home safely. Critics honored this multiverse crossover event with a 93 percent approval score. Tom Holland stars alongside Zendaya, Benedict Cumberbatch, and returning cast members from previous franchises.

‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ (2023)

Miles Morales reunites with Gwen Stacy and travels across the multiverse to meet the Spider Society. He comes into conflict with Miguel O’Hara over how to handle a multiverse threatening villain named The Spot. Miles must redefine what it means to be a hero when forced to choose between saving one person or saving entire worlds. The animated epic secured a massive 95 percent approval rating from critics. Shameik Moore and Hailee Steinfeld voice the lead characters alongside Oscar Isaac and Jake Johnson.

‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’ (2018)

Brooklyn teenager Miles Morales gains spider powers and witnesses the death of his universe’s Peter Parker. He teams up with alternate spider heroes pulled into his dimension by a particle collider built by Kingpin. Miles learns to master his unique abilities under the mentorship of an older, out of shape Peter B. Parker. Critics awarded this revolutionary animated feature a franchise high 97 percent score. Shameik Moore leads a voice cast that includes Jake Johnson, Hailee Steinfeld, and Mahershala Ali.

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