Spider-Man Movies Return to Cinema

Spider-Man Movies Return to Cinema: Fathom Fan Favorites Celebrate the Web-Slinger’s Iconic Trilogy
Get ready to swing back into theaters! Fans of the original Spider-Man films are in for a nostalgic treat as Fathom Events announces the return of Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man Trilogy to the big screen as part of their Fan Favorites lineup. This special event gives fans an opportunity to experience one of the most influential superhero sagas ever made — and the trilogy that arguably paved the way for today’s Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

Whether you’re revisiting these films or seeing them for the very first time on the big screen, this is more than a cinematic event — it’s a celebration of superhero storytelling at its finest.

The Spider-Man Trilogy: A Cultural Milestone

Before the MCU, before Iron Man became a household name, and before multiverses were trending across pop culture, there was Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man — a humble, awkward, and incredibly relatable superhero who swung onto screens in 2002 and redefined what comic book movies could be.

Directed by Sam Raimi, the original trilogy consisted of:

Spider-Man (2002)

Spider-Man 2 (2004) – Special “2.1” Extended Edition

Spider-Man 3 (2007)

Raimi’s vision combined superhero action with heartfelt drama and human vulnerability. Audiences watched as Peter Parker juggled college life, relationships, and the enormous responsibility of protecting New York City — all while learning what it truly means to be a hero.

The trilogy introduced iconic portrayals that remain beloved today:

Willem Dafoe’s Green Goblin
Alfred Molina’s Doctor Octopus
Kirsten Dunst’s Mary Jane Watson
James Franco’s Harry Osborn

Not only did these films break box office records, but they also legitimized comic book movies as serious, character-driven stories that could appeal to more than just comic fans. Raimi’s trilogy walked so the MCU could soar.

Fathom Fan Favorites Screening Schedule

The Spider-Man Trilogy is returning to select theaters across the U.S. this fall for two weekends of back-to-back classic superhero cinema. Here’s when you can catch each film:

Spider-Man (2002)

🗓️ Friday, September 26, 2025
🗓️ Friday, October 3, 2025

This is the film that started it all. Peter Parker gains his spider-powers, learns the price of responsibility, and faces off against Norman Osborn in a battle that still holds up two decades later.

Spider-Man 2.1 (2004)

🗓️ Saturday, September 27, 2025
🗓️ Saturday, October 4, 2025

Widely considered one of the greatest superhero movies ever made, this extended edition includes additional scenes and more Doc Ock action. It explores Peter’s struggle to balance life and heroism — and includes that unforgettable train fight scene.

Spider-Man 3 (2007)

🗓️ Sunday, September 28, 2025
🗓️ Sunday, October 5, 2025

A film that’s grown in appreciation over the years, Spider-Man 3 throws Peter into chaos as he battles Sandman, Venom, and his own darker instincts. Yes, the “emo dance” is back on the big screen — and we love it.

A Trilogy That Helped Build the MCU

The success of Raimi’s Spider-Man films laid the groundwork for modern superhero cinema. Their massive financial and critical success proved audiences wanted deep, character-driven superhero stories. These movies showed studios that comic book adaptations could be blockbuster hits and meaningful storytelling experiences.

Without Spider-Man’s influence, we may never have seen the rise of Iron Man in 2008, or the eventual crossover spectacle of the MCU. Even the multiverse storyline in Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021) honored the original trilogy, bringing Tobey Maguire back to team up with Tom Holland and Andrew Garfield — a moment that united generations of fans.