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Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Spider-Man: Homecoming is a 2017 action adventure film starring Jacob Batalon, Donald Glover and Gwyneth Paltrow. It runs 2 hours 13 minutes and earned $881 million worldwide on a $175 million budget. It won 1 award from 2 nominations, including Best Performance by a Younger Actor in a Film at the Saturn Awards 2018. Critics gave it 92% on Rotten Tomatoes and 73 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.4/10.

IMDb rating
7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes
92%
worldwide gross
$881M
award won
1
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Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 13m (133 min)
Original language
English
Budget
$175M
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is Spider-Man: Homecoming About?

The premise of Spider-Man: Homecoming without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

Young Peter Parker strives to balance his high school life with his responsibilities as Spider-Man, all while under the watchful eye of mentor Tony Stark. When the villainous Vulture arises, Peter must step up and prove he's more than just a friendly neighborhood hero, confronting his own doubts and pushing his abilities to the limit to protect the city.

Spider-Man: Homecoming Themes & Keywords

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  • marvel cinematic universe
  • superhero
  • reboot
  • spider man character
  • mentor
  • teenage superhero
  • based on comic book
  • blockbuster
  • hero
  • parkour
  • peter parker character
  • hotel
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  • based on comic
  • courage
  • beach
  • good versus evil
  • coming of age
  • robbery
  • villain
  • washington monument washington d.c.
  • superhero action
  • suitcase
  • teenager
  • aunt
  • threat
  • helicopter
  • drone
  • ai
  • friendship
  • aerial drone
  • combination lock
  • lego figure
  • chemistry lab
  • desk bell
  • trivia contest
  • changing clothes
  • stolen bicycle
  • backflip
  • tightrope walking
  • car alarm
  • atm robbery
  • pump action shotgun
  • robot arm
  • hanging upside down
  • dragged along the ground
  • tracking device
  • falling elevator
  • micro drone
  • lego kit
  • incinerated
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Cast & crew

Spider-Man: Homecoming Cast

Jacob Batalon leads the cast, with Donald Glover and Gwyneth Paltrow.

Ratings

Spider-Man: Homecoming Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Spider-Man: Homecoming 92% on Rotten Tomatoes and 73 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 78/100, strongest in sensory experience (85) and weakest in story & flow (65).

78 /100

Spider-Man: Homecoming Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, Spider-Man: Homecoming delivers a largely energetic and affectionate reinvention of the character balanced by occasional genre constraints. Critics highlighted its self-aware humor and brisk pacing, while praising Tom Holland’s compelling portrayal and artful direction. Some reviews pointed to formulaic sequences and a modestly developed villain, noting script complexity in having multiple writers. User comments echo enjoyment of spectacle and character moments, though a few felt it leaned too heavily on Marvel franchise tropes. Ultimately, the film leaves a positive and accessible impression with room for deeper narrative ambition.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 78

    In terms of Art & Craft, the film showcases vibrant visual composition and polished effects tempered by genre formula. Reviewers applauded the exuberant color palette and high-standard special-effects sequences, and users noted the engaging production design and seamless editing in action scenes. Some critiques pointed to derivative action set pieces that adhere closely to familiar superhero beats. Overall, the direction and cinematography contribute a dynamic but occasionally predictable creative presentation.

  • Character & Emotion 82

    When it comes to Character & Emotion, Spider-Man: Homecoming benefits from strong performances and authentic youthful energy. Critics and fans praised Tom Holland’s nuanced portrayal of teenage angst and chemistry with supporting cast members. Observations note that while Peter Parker resonates vividly, the primary villain suffers from limited development and a few side characters feel underexplored. Ultimately, the emotional performances ground the film with warmth and relatability despite some uneven character depth.

  • Story & Flow 65

    In terms of Story & Flow, the narrative delivers a brisk tempo and light-hearted tone but occasionally lapses into formula. Supporters highlighted the self-aware humor, effective pacing in later acts, and omission of origin exposition for a more streamlined story. Contrasting sentiments describe the plot as serviceable yet constrained by multiple writers, resulting in a modestly engaging but predictable arc with a weak villain. Overall, the story shows solid momentum but limited originality.

  • Sensory Experience 85

    When it comes to Sensory Experience, Homecoming shines with its spirited soundtrack and crisp sound design. Critics highlighted the Ramones-infused score and lively audio cues that accentuate action and comedic moments. Visually, the film embraces a cohesive, colorful style and delivers polished effects that heighten spectacle. The blend of dynamic visuals and engaging audio creates an immersive experience. Overall, the sensory elements stand out as one of the film’s most effective strengths.

  • Rewatch Factor 72

    In terms of Rewatch Factor, the film offers enjoyable humor and accessible thrills that encourage repeat viewings. Fans noted entertaining set pieces and charismatic performances that retain appeal on subsequent watches. However, some viewers find the reliance on franchise callbacks and a straightforward plot reduce novelty after the first screening. Overall, while it remains an enjoyable experience with memorable moments, its replay value is solid rather than exceptional.

Plot

Spider-Man: Homecoming Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Spider-Man: Homecoming from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Following the Battle of New York, Adrian Toomes, portrayed by Michael Keaton, finds himself in a precarious situation as his salvage company is unexpectedly stripped of its contract by the Department of Damage Control (D.O.D.C.). This governmental body, overseen by Anne Marie Hoag (Tyne Daly) in partnership with Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.), renders Toomes’ business efforts futile. Having invested a significant amount of money into his operations, Toomes is furious at the loss and coerces his employees into keeping the advanced Chitauri technology they previously recovered. He resolves to use this cutting-edge tech to manufacture and sell illegal weapons.

Full summary

The whole story of Spider-Man: Homecoming, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Spider-Man: Homecoming Box Office & Budget

Spider-Man: Homecoming grossed $881 million worldwide on a $175 million budget, 5.0 times what it cost. $335 million came from the US and Canada and $546 million (62%) from the rest of the world.

2017 box office

Worldwide gross

$881M

5.0× its budget

US & Canada
$335M
International
$546M
Budget
$175M
US & Canada 38% Rest of the world 62%
Awards

Spider-Man: Homecoming Awards & Nominations

Spider-Man: Homecoming won 1 award from 2 nominations, including Best Performance by a Younger Actor in a Film at the Saturn Awards 2018.

1 win2 nominations1 ceremony

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    Saturn Awards 2018 1 win · 2 nominations
    • Won Best Performance by a Younger Actor in a Film
    • Nominated Best Performance by a Younger Actor in a Film
Videos

Spider-Man: Homecoming Trailers & Videos

16 videos: 6 trailers, 1 teaser and 9 clips.

All 16 videos
Official Trailer
  • Trailer Official International Trailer
  • Trailer Official Trailer #2
  • Trailer International Trailer #2
  • Trailer International Trailer #3
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Spider-Man: Homecoming?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Cars

Cars in Spider-Man: Homecoming

70 cars on screen, including the 2017 Audi TTS Roadster and the 1997 Ford Econoline.

All 70 cars
  • 2017 Audi TTS Roadster in Spider-Man: Homecoming 2017 Audi TTS Roadster Important role
  • 1997 Ford Econoline in Spider-Man: Homecoming 1997 Ford Econoline Important role
  • 1979 Jaguar XJ6 Series III in Spider-Man: Homecoming 1979 Jaguar XJ6 Series III Important role
  • 2017 Audi A8 D5 in Spider-Man: Homecoming 2017 Audi A8 D5 Minor role
Details

Spider-Man: Homecoming Also Known As

42 alternative titles, including “마블 스파이더맨 홈커밍” and “Hombre araña: Regreso a casa”.

Also known as
  • 마블 스파이더맨 홈커밍
  • Hombre araña: Regreso a casa
  • Spider-Man : Les Retrouvailles
  • Spider-Man: Trở Về Nhà, სპაიდერმენი: შინ დაბრუნება, ობობა-კაცი: შინ დაბრუნება, ობობა-კაცი: სახლში დაბრუნება, სპაიდერმენი: სახლში დაბრუნება, ადამიანი-ობობა: სახლში დაბრუნება
  • 蜘蛛侠1:英雄归来 (汤姆·赫兰德)
  • ספיידר-מן 1: השיבה הביתה
  • Սարդ-մարդը. տուն վերադարձ
  • Өрмекші-адам: Қайта оралу
  • Spider-Man - Homecoming
  • Homem-Aranha: Regresso a Casa
  • Spider-Man : Homecoming
  • ספיידרמן: השיבה הביתה
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  • 蜘蛛侠:英雄归来
  • Homem-Aranha: De Volta ao Lar
  • Spider-Man: Η Επιστροφή στον Τόπο του
  • Человек-паук: Возвращение домой
  • Pókember: Hazatérés
  • Людина-павук: Повернення додому
  • Örümcek-Adam: Eve Dönüş
  • Спайдър-мен: Завръщане у дома
  • സ്‌പൈഡർ-മാൻ: ഹോംകമിങ്
  • 스파이더맨: 홈커밍
  • スパイダーマン:ホームカミング
  • Спајдермен: Повратак кући
  • Người Nhện: Trở Về Nhà
  • Spider-Man: Návrat domov
  • 蜘蛛人:返校日
  • Spider-Man: De regreso a casa
  • مرد عنکبوتی: بازگشت به خانه
  • Omul-Păianjen: Întoarcerea acasă
  • สไปเดอร์-แมน: โฮมคัมมิ่ง
  • Spider-Man: Vrnitev domov
  • Zirnekļcilvēks: Atgriešanās mājās
  • Žmogus-voras: Grįžimas namo
  • 蜘蛛俠:強勢回歸
  • Oʻrgimchak-Odam: Uyga Qaytish, ადამიანი-ობობა: შინ დაბრუნება
  • Spider-Man: Povratak kući
  • الرجل العنكبوت : حفل العودة
  • الرجل العنكبوت: العودة للوطن
  • Nin-Caaro: Soo Laabasho Guri
  • स्पाइडर-मैन: होमकमिंग
  • Ämblikmees: Kojutulek

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FAQ

Spider-Man: Homecoming FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards

Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Spider-Man: Homecoming, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Spider-Man: Homecoming?

Spider-Man: Homecoming runs 2 hours 13 minutes (133 minutes).

When was Spider-Man: Homecoming released?

Spider-Man: Homecoming was released on July 7, 2017.

Who is in the cast of Spider-Man: Homecoming?

Spider-Man: Homecoming stars Jacob Batalon, Donald Glover and Gwyneth Paltrow.

How much did Spider-Man: Homecoming make at the box office?

Spider-Man: Homecoming grossed $881 million worldwide ($335 million domestic, $546 million international) on a budget of $175 million.

How is Spider-Man: Homecoming rated?

Spider-Man: Homecoming has 7.4/10 on IMDb, 92% on Rotten Tomatoes, 73 on Metacritic and 73% on TMDB.

What awards did Spider-Man: Homecoming win?

Spider-Man: Homecoming won 1 award from 2 nominations, including Best Performance by a Younger Actor in a Film at the Saturn Awards 2018.

Does Spider-Man: Homecoming have a post-credit scene?

Yes. Spider-Man: Homecoming has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.

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