Spiderman 2 (2003)

Now a recognized hero, Peter Parker struggles to balance his life as Spider-Man with his final year at Midtown High School and his relationship with Gwen Stacy. As graduation approaches and college decisions loom, Peter dreams of a future where he can live openly and attend college with Gwen. However, his responsibilities as Spider-Man continue to pull him away from the life he wants, placing increasing strain on their relationship. Meanwhile, brilliant scientist Dr. Otto Octavius leads a groundbreaking energy experiment that ends in catastrophe, fusing him to his mechanical arms and slowly warping his mind. Becoming Doctor Octopus, Otto wages war on the city and targets Spider-Man, whom he blames for his downfall. During a brutal confrontation, Doc Ock deliberately uses Gwen as leverage, leading to her tragic death and devastating Peter. Consumed by grief and doubt, Peter nearly gives up being Spider-Man, but ultimately chooses to honor Gwen’s faith in him. In a final battle, Spider-Man defeats Doc Ock, enrolling into Empire State University stepping into adulthood forever changed by loss but resolute in his responsibility to protect New York City.

Story added by mrnotsure on January 3, 2026