The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014)
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Peter faces Electro and an old friend turned Green Goblin while trying to protect Gwen Stacy. This 2014 Marvel film was made outside Marvel Studios’ main MCU line-up, so it’s optional for the watch order and works fine on its own. At 2h 22m, it streams on Disney+ in the US.
| Directed by | Marc Webb |
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| Starring | Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Jamie Foxx, Dane DeHaan |
| Release date | May 2, 2014 |
| Runtime | 2h 22m |
| Age rating | PG-13, some material may be inappropriate for under 13 |
| IMDb rating | 6.6/10 |
| Box office | $709M worldwide |
| Series | Legacy Marvel films |
| Part of | Spider-Man movies in order |
| Post-credit scene | No |
Why it matters now
Jamie Foxx’s Electro and the death of Gwen Stacy, the emotional core of Garfield’s scenes in No Way Home.
Where it fits in your watch
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 FAQ
Can you skip The Amazing Spider-Man 2?
Yes. It isn’t part of the MCU, so watch it for the characters’ history, not for MCU plot.
When was The Amazing Spider-Man 2 released?
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 was released on May 2, 2014.
Is The Amazing Spider-Man 2 part of the MCU?
No. The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is a Marvel film made outside the Marvel Cinematic Universe, so it isn’t on Marvel Studios’ official timeline.
Does The Amazing Spider-Man 2 have a post-credit scene?
No, The Amazing Spider-Man 2 has no post-credit scene.
Where to watch The Amazing Spider-Man 2 in the US
| Streaming (subscription) | Disney+ |
|---|---|
| Rent or buy | Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango at Home |
Where to watch The Amazing Spider-Man 2 outside the US
| Country | Stream | Other options |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Prime Video, NOW, Sky Go, Netflix | Free: BBC iPlayer · Rent: Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon |
| Canada | Crave | Rent: FlixFling, Apple TV, Amazon |
| Australia | Disney+, Binge, Foxtel Now | Rent: Apple TV, Amazon |
| India | Prime Video, Netflix, Sony LIV, JioHotstar | Rent: Apple TV, Amazon |
Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026
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