Spider-Man: No Way Home

Spider-Man: No Way Home

Year: 2021

Runtime: 148 min

Language: English

Director: Jon Watts

Echo Score: 73

Budget: $200M

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When Spider-Man's secret identity is exposed, he seeks help from Doctor Strange to restore his privacy. However, their attempt goes awry, unleashing a dangerous wave of villains from across the multiverse. Now, Peter must face these formidable foes while grappling with the consequences of his actions and protecting the people he cares about. To save everything, he must confront his greatest challenge yet and find a way to restore balance to the multiverse.

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1

Quentin Beck Frames Peter Parker

Quentin Beck, also known as Mysterio, frames Peter Parker for murder, leading to chaos in Peter's life. This event reveals Peter's secret identity as Spider-Man to the world.

2

Lives Entangled in Chaos

As the truth about Peter's identity surfaces, the lives of Peter, his girlfriend MJ, best friend Ned, and Aunt May become a spectacle. They are interrogated by the Department of Damage Control under intense public scrutiny.

3

Public Backlash Against Spider-Man

J. Jonah Jameson leads a vicious campaign against Spider-Man, presenting a negative portrayal that incites public fear and anger. Peter struggles to manage the consequences of his revealed identity.

4

Seeking Legal Help

As the pressure mounts, Peter seeks assistance from lawyer Matt Murdock, who helps get the murder charges dropped. Despite this, the backlash from the media and public continues to haunt Peter and his friends.

5

Moving to Happy's Apartment

In a bid to escape the relentless press and scrutiny, Peter and Aunt May temporarily move into Happy Hogan's apartment. This change aims to provide a safe space amid growing tensions.

Happy's apartment
6

MIT Applications Denied

Peter, MJ, and Ned face a significant setback when their applications to MIT are denied, clearly influenced by their connection to Spider-Man. This rejection further drives Peter to seek a solution to his problems.

7

Meeting with Stephen Strange

Desperate for a solution, Peter visits Stephen Strange at the New York Sanctum, requesting a spell to make the world forget he is Spider-Man. The encounter marks the beginning of a multiverse mishap.

New York Sanctum
8

The Risky Spell

Strange begins a complex spell, but Peter's interference in trying to keep certain people remembering him causes chaos. The spell goes awry, leading to the emergence of dangerous figures from other universes.

9

Encountering the Villains

Peter, MJ, and Ned embark on a mission to capture the villains summoned by the flawed spell. They successfully find some but encounter a serious threat in the form of Norman Osborn, who struggles with his inner demon, the Green Goblin.

10

Debate on Curing the Villains

Caught between the plan to send the villains back to their universes and Peter's desire to cure them, a fierce debate ensues. Peter's empathy pushes him to pursue redemption for the fallen heroes.

11

Betrayal and Loss

In a shocking turn of events, the Green Goblin betrays Peter and leads the other villains to attack. Peter suffers a devastating loss when May is fatally wounded, leaving him with haunting wisdom in her final words.

Happy's apartment
12

Summoning Alternate Spider-Men

Struggling with grief, Ned accidentally opens a portal that brings alternate versions of Spider-Man into their reality. Peter-Two and Peter-Three join forces with Peter-One to tackle the growing threat.

13

Final Showdown at the Statue of Liberty

The climactic battle takes place at the Statue of Liberty, where the trio of Spider-Men confront the villains. They execute a plan to cure their foes while grappling with personal motivations and the weight of their actions.

Statue of Liberty
14

Multiverse Risks and Sacrifices

As the battle intensifies, the Green Goblin unleashes a new spell that threatens the multiverse. Faced with impossible choices, Peter-One sacrifices his own existence in the memories of his loved ones for their safety.

15

A New Resolve

Two weeks later, Peter reflects on his decisions and the legacy of May at her grave. Inspired by her memory, he commits to being Spider-Man again, with plans for a new suit and a dedication to his responsibilities.

Last Updated: November 16, 2024 at 15:36

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