It's difficult to pick a favorite Spider-Man between Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield and Tom Holland. Each actor brought their unique charm to the role, and although Holland's films might be the most popular ones, Maguire's were earnest and had a lot of heart.
In recent times, Marvel fans have almost forgotten the Spider-Man trilogy existed, after the character was recasted and added to multiple movies over the years. Director Sam Raimi however, hasn't forgotten his love for the superhero.
What Sam Raimi Has To Say About Spider-Man
The director participated in an AMA on Reddit, and answered a fans query, revealing why he chose to make the trilogy in the first place.
"I directed the first Spider-Man film because I was such a huge fan of Stan Lee's brilliant character," the director wrote in the comments.
Raimi revealed he admired the superhero since his teenage days. "Peter Parker and Spider-Man were an important part of my teenage years. I thought it was very moving how much he sacrificed for others. How hard he worked to protect innocent people. And all the while had to take care of his Aunt May and do his homework to boot.
"His self sacrifice resonated with me. He was truly a good person. We can identify with Characters in a comprehensible story. Stories of heroes, like Peter Parker, remind us of what we are capable of. Maybe you're one of those people that like to be reminded of the good you are capable of. Now get out there and do something about it," he concluded.
In 2010, it was reported that Sony Pictures had decided to reboot the franchise after Raimi pulled out of Spider-Man 4, citing he wouldn't be able to make its summer release date and ensure it held the same integrity as the others.
Tobey Maguire and Kirsten Dunst (Mary Jane) were then replaced by Andrew Garfield and Emma Stone (Gwen Stacy), and eventually, Tom Holland and Zendaya (Michelle MJ Jones).
Marvel fans were surprised to hear that Sam Raimi would be directing Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, especially since he added a Doctor Strange Easter egg in Spider-Man 2. When asked about it, the director replied saying it was purely coincidental!
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