Top 10 Spider-Man Movie Saves
#10: Interrupting Electro’s Electrifying Rampage
“The Amazing Spider-Man 2” (2014) After gaining electric powers in a freak accident, Max Dillon, A.K.A Electro, stumbles into Times Square. When he uses his powers for self-defense, the police declare him to be a threat. Spider-Man swings in to diffuse the tension. But when things go south, Electro sends a car and stream of lightning towards civilians. Luckily, Peter’s Spider Sense gives him just enough time to come up with a plan. He expertly uses his webs to stop the flying car and prevent civilians from getting a nasty shock before they even realize what happened. Peter's quick-thinking and impressive use of gadgets ensured that Electro didn't hurt any innocent people.
#9: Taking Baddies Down For MJ
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“Spider-Man” (2002) If we had a nickel for every time that Peter saved MJ, we would probably be billionaires. The webhead has done everything from holding up heavy structures to helping her dodge flying cars to keep her safe. (*xref and **xref) But one of his most memorable MJ rescues happened during a stormy night. When a group tries to attack her, Peter swings in, pulls them away with webs and demolishes them all. When Spider-man drops in upside down to check on her, MJ gives him a kiss. This iconic make out session was popular enough to win an MTV movie award for best kiss. While it's not the most dramatic or complicated rescue, its status in pop culture history earned it a spot on our list.
#8: Spider-Man’s Big Bridge Rescue
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“The Amazing Spider-Man” (2012) In 2012’s “Amazing Spider-Man”, Peter initially uses his powers to find the man who took his uncle's life. But one incident encourages him to use his abilities for more heroic means. When the Lizard tosses cars off the side of a bridge, Spider-man catches them with webs. Unfortunately, a little boy named Jack gets stuck inside one of the dangling vehicles. Peter tries his best to reassure the frightened child during the rescue. But when the situation becomes more dire, he gives Jack his mask to make the kid feel stronger. Peter’s selflessness and fast reflexes allow him to save the child just in time. After this tense bridge incident, he’s truly ready to become a hero.
#7: Saving a Supervillain
“Spider-Man: Homecoming” (2017) Adrian Toomes wasn't exactly the nicest guy after he became the Vulture. He threatened Peter’s family and nearly buried the webhead under a pile of rubble. So, when the greedy Vulture nearly blew himself up while trying to steal advanced tech, we didn't expect Peter to help. However, the young hero immediately rushes into flames to save his vicious enemy. Even Vulture himself looked surprised that he was pulled out of the fire. Peter's willingness to help someone who was consistently brutal to him showed true kindness and strength of character. His heroic actions may have even rubbed off on the vicious Vulture. In a post-credits scene, the imprisoned villain protected Peter’s identity instead of trying to get revenge.
#6: Facing a Fire Without Powers
“Spider-Man 2” (2004) During the events of “Spider-Man 2”, Peter stops suiting up after he has trouble using his powers. He refrains from doing any heroic acts until he comes across a raging fire. Upon hearing that there's a child trapped inside the building, Peter races into the inferno. Without access to his powers, he's barely able to break a door open. But Peter perseveres and finds the child. He dodges fiery debris and nearly falls into the flames. At one point, he puts the life of the child before his own. Peter’s tremendous courage and tenacity led to the child being reunited with their parents. In one fantastic scene, he proved that you don't need any superpowers to be a hero.
#5: Making a Monumental Save
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“Spider-Man: Homecoming” (2017) Peter's best friend Ned and his classmates get stuck inside of a damaged elevator inside of the Washington Monument. The web head quickly scrambles up the side of the landmark until he reaches the uncomfortably high summit. Although authorities threaten to use force against him, Peter risks his life to break into the Washington Monument. He arrives just in time to stop the falling elevator. Using some smartly positioned webs and spider strength, he's able to save them all. Peter had to face his fears and possible criminal charges to rescue his loved ones. Seeing the young Spider-Man pull off this monumental save was a sign of great things to come.
#4: Ignoring an Impossible Choice
“Spider-Man” (2002) There’s a major reason Spider-Man is so careful with his identity. After Green Goblin realizes who's under the mask, he takes Mary Jane hostage. The villain decides to dangle her and a trolley car full of children over a bridge. He then asks Spider-Man to choose who lives. Instead of making a choice, the webhead finds a way to stop all the innocent people from falling. He even regains his grip after Green Goblin knocks him off course. With a little assistance from some native New Yorkers, Spider-Man gets everyone to safety. This thrilling scene is made better by amazing cinematography and high stakes. Although Peter lost his secret identity to the Goblin, he still made sure innocent people didn't lose their lives.
#3: Defeating the Drones
“Spider-Man: Far From Home” (2019) Mysterio used a combination of hologram technology and advanced drones to create illusions that could do real damage. When he threatens the safety of Londoners and Spider-Man’s friends with a giant fake monster the webhead goes to work. Peter uses specialized gadgets, brilliant tactics and pure grit to take out dozens of drones. But the only way to stop Mysterio’s attack was to grab the E.D.I.T.H. glasses controlling all the real tech. In a jaw dropping scene, Peter uses his Spider sense to dodge illusions and drones. And although Mysterio tries to get the drop on the hero, Spider-man isn’t having it. If left unchecked, the villain could’ve manufactured mayhem around the world. But Peter decisively ended Mysterio's illusions.
#2: Stopping a Speeding Train
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“Spider-Man 2” (2004) When Doctor Octopus damages a subway control panel, the lives of countless passengers depend on Spider-Man’s ability to stop a speeding train. The webhead doesn't even stop to put his mask on before trying to slow the massive commuter vehicle. Unfortunately, his first two attempts don't work. Knowing that he's running out of time, Peter fires as many webs as he can and pulls them tightly to slow down the train. He gives every ounce of strength in his body to finally bring the speeding vehicle to a stop. The exhausting save leaves Spider-Man unconscious and his identity fully exposed. But as a reward for putting his privacy and life on the line, New Yorkers step up and protect him. Before we reveal Spider-Man’s greatest cinematic save, here are a few honorable mentions. Liberating NYC From Lizard's Evil Plan “The Amazing Spider-Man” (2012) Protecting the Potential Prowler “Spider-Man: Homecoming” (2017) Guarding the Guardians of the Galaxy “Avengers: Infinity War” (2018) Saving Dr. Strange From Being Sucked Into Space “Avengers: Infinity War” (2018) Dodging Debris to Rescue Gwen Stacy “Spider-Man 3” (2007)
#1: Miles Magnificently Saves the Multiverse
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“Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” (2018) Miles had barely adjusted to the responsibilities and powers that came with being Spider-Man before he faced a huge crisis. If Kingpin kept his super collider machine on for too long, countless people across multiple dimensions could be hurt or worse. Although his allies thought he wasn’t ready, Miles took a leap of faith and joined his fellow spider- people in the final battle. After punching a supervillain and making sure his allies all got home safe, he faced off against Kingpin solo. The young Spider-man overcomes the massive villain and breaks the Super Collider. By the end of the movie, Miles accomplished what no cinematic Spidey had ever done before him―he single handedly saved multiple dimensions.
