Andrew Garfield Wants a Crazy, Unique Return as Spider-Man—Here’s How It Could Happen

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Andrew Garfield expressed his thoughts on reprising the role of Spider-Man, stating that any future portrayal should be unique and unexpected, similar to the creative freedom found in Sony’s animated “Spider-Verse” movies. At a recent Middle East Film & Comic Con, he shared his deep affection for the character from his time in “The Amazing Spider-Man” films and “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” but made it clear that another cameo wouldn’t suffice – instead, it would need a fresh, unconventional approach. These remarks have sparked excitement among fans about potential appearances in future Marvel Studios ensemble films as the Multiverse Saga approaches its climax.

Garfield expressed his deep affection for playing Spider-Man, adding that he’d be thrilled to reprise the role under specific circumstances. However, he feels it might feel peculiar. Instead, he yearns for an opportunity to do something truly unusual and distinctive. He wants to explore a unique, offbeat, and surprising take on the character, much like the creative liberty found in the animated Spider-Verse films. He believes these movies are fantastic and they provide numerous ways to pay tribute to the character through the multiverse.

Initially, Andrew Garfield made his debut as Spider-Man under director Marc Webb’s guidance in “The Amazing Spider-Man,” offering a fresh perspective on Peter Parker that was appreciated for its authentic chemistry with Emma Stone (Gwen Stacy). However, the sequel, “The Amazing Spider-Man 2,” received mixed reviews from critics and didn’t perform as well financially as anticipated, causing Sony Pictures to abandon plans for a third film and related spin-offs. This eventually opened up opportunities for Tom Holland to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe. For quite some time, fans felt Garfield’s stint was unfinished until his unexpected return in “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” which was met with delight by audiences. His joint appearance with Tobey Maguire and Holland brought emotional resolution and redemption to his version of Spider-Man, receiving universal praise. Garfield had previously denied his participation in “No Way Home” for months, making his eventual on-screen appearance all the more surprising and thrilling.

Is Andrew Garfield Returning for Avengers: Secret Wars?

As Garfield prepares for a comeback under unique circumstances, Marvel Studios’ upcoming lineup may provide an appropriate platform. The impending epic team-up, “Avengers: Doomsday“, is shaping up to be a monumental event directed by the Russo brothers and starring Robert Downey Jr. reprising his role as the antagonist Doctor Doom. Marvel has revealed an extensive cast for “Doomsday“, including mainstays of the MCU like Chris Hemsworth’s Thor and Anthony Mackie’s Sam Wilson/Captain America, members of the Fantastic Four such as Pedro Pascal’s Reed Richards and Vanessa Kirby’s Sue Storm, characters from the Thunderbolts* roster like Sebastian Stan’s Bucky Barnes and Florence Pugh’s Yelena Belova, and notably, many actors reprising their roles from 20th Century Fox’s “X-Men” films, including Patrick Stewart (Professor X) and Ian McKellen (Magneto). However, despite this multiversal cast, the announcement conspicuously omitted any Spider-Man actors.

In the movie Doomsday, not having Spider-Man feels like he’s absolutely crucial for the following film, Avengers: Secret Wars, which marks the end of the Multiverse Saga. Though specific details are kept under wraps, the title suggests an adaption of the famous Marvel Comics stories with the same name. Both the 1984 and 2015 comic versions feature massive multiversal disasters, usually “incursions” where universes collide, leading to reality destruction and the creation of a planet called Battleworld. These tales are built around characters from various universes clashing or working together. With Spider-Man pivotal in opening the multiverse in No Way Home, it seems inevitable that the Spider-People will feature prominently in the saga’s final act.

In addition, the plot for Avengers: Secret Wars aligns perfectly with Andrew Garfield’s wish for a “strange,” “unusual,” and “surprising” comeback. The unpredictable, reality-altering nature of a Secret Wars situation, possibly featuring variants, provides exactly the kind of unique creative liberty he mentioned. It offers a more extravagant, bizarre platform than a potential cameo in Spider-Man: Brand New Day (which Garfield has seemingly denied) and could fulfill his requirement of preserving the character in a fresh way through the multiverse, offering a convincing narrative reason for his specific return within the saga’s conclusion.

As a die-hard film enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share that the highly anticipated cinematic journey, “Avengers: Doomsday,” has commenced its production and is slated for release on May 1, 2026. Fasten your seatbelts, fellow fans, because we’ll reunite once more with our heroes for another exhilarating ride! The sequel, “Avengers: Secret Wars,” will follow suit, premiering on May 7, 2027. Mark your calendars, for these dates promise a spectacle worth waiting for!

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2025-04-22 12:10