Spider-Man 2 (2004)
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Peter struggles to balance his life and Spider-Man while Doctor Octopus threatens New York. This 2004 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. It runs 2h 7m and streams on Disney+ and Hulu in the US.
| Directed by | Sam Raimi |
|---|---|
| Starring | Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, Alfred Molina, James Franco |
| Release date | June 30, 2004 |
| Runtime | 2h 7m |
| Age rating | PG-13, some material may be inappropriate for under 13 |
| IMDb rating | 7.5/10 |
| Box office | $789M worldwide |
| Series | Legacy Marvel films |
| Part of | Spider-Man movies in order |
| Post-credit scene | No |
Why it matters now
Alfred Molina’s Doctor Octopus is back in No Way Home, and this is still one of the most loved superhero films ever made.
Where it fits in your watch
Spider-Man 2 FAQ
Can you skip Spider-Man 2?
Yes. It sits outside the MCU, so you’d watch it for the characters’ history, not for anything the MCU plot needs.
When was Spider-Man 2 released?
Spider-Man 2 was released on June 30, 2004.
Is Spider-Man 2 part of the MCU?
No. Spider-Man 2 is a Marvel film made outside the Marvel Cinematic Universe, so it isn’t on Marvel Studios’ official timeline.
Does Spider-Man 2 have a post-credit scene?
No, Spider-Man 2 has no post-credit scene.
Where to watch Spider-Man 2 in the US
| Streaming (subscription) | Disney+, Hulu |
|---|---|
| Rent or buy | Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango at Home |
Where to watch Spider-Man 2 outside the US
| Country | Stream | Other options |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Prime Video, NOW, Sky Go, Netflix | Rent: Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon |
| Canada | Crave | Rent: Apple TV, Amazon, CosmoGo |
| India | Netflix, Prime Video, Sony LIV, Lionsgate Play | Rent: Apple TV, Amazon |
Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026
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