The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)
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A new Peter Parker digs into his parents’ past and faces the Lizard. This 2012 Marvel film sits outside the MCU timeline, so you can watch it on its own without any homework. It runs 2h 16m and streams on Disney+ in the US.
| Directed by | Marc Webb |
|---|---|
| Starring | Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Rhys Ifans, Denis Leary |
| Release date | July 3, 2012 |
| Runtime | 2h 16m |
| Age rating | PG-13, some material may be inappropriate for under 13 |
| IMDb rating | 6.9/10 |
| Box office | $758M worldwide |
| Series | Legacy Marvel films |
| Part of | Spider-Man movies in order |
| Post-credit scene | No |
Why it matters now
Andrew Garfield’s Peter and Rhys Ifans’ Lizard, both of whom reappear in No Way Home.
Where it fits in your watch
The Amazing Spider-Man FAQ
Can you skip The Amazing Spider-Man?
Yes. It sits outside the MCU, so you’d watch it for the characters’ history, not for anything the MCU plot needs.
When was The Amazing Spider-Man released?
The Amazing Spider-Man was released on July 3, 2012.
Is The Amazing Spider-Man part of the MCU?
No. The Amazing Spider-Man is a Marvel film made outside the Marvel Cinematic Universe, so it isn’t on Marvel Studios’ official timeline.
Does The Amazing Spider-Man have a post-credit scene?
No, The Amazing Spider-Man has no post-credit scene.
Where to watch The Amazing Spider-Man in the US
| Streaming (subscription) | Disney+ |
|---|---|
| Rent or buy | Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango at Home |
Where to watch The Amazing Spider-Man 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+, Foxtel Now | Rent: Amazon, Apple TV |
| India | Netflix, Prime Video, Sony LIV, JioHotstar | Rent: Apple TV, Amazon |
Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026
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