"Spider-Man", released in 2002, is not only the first movie version of Spider-Man in history, but also a classic with far-reaching influence. However, over time, the actors in the film have also undergone tremendous changes, especially Tobey Maguire, who has evolved from a creamy boy to a middle-aged uncle today. Let's uncover the contrast between the present and the past of this actor!
First, let's take a look at the character of Peter Parker. He started out as an ordinary high school student until the bite of a mutant spider changed his fate, giving him the superpower to become Spider-Man. However, despite being a well-respected superhero on the surface, behind Peter Parker is an ordinary life that has experienced ups and downs, abandonment and blackening.
Tobey Maguire portrays him deeply when he plays a role, especially in his trilogy, and many classic scenes are still remembered today. Off-screen, Toby was originally just an obscure third-tier actor, but after starring in Spider-Man, he managed to become popular, winning awards such as the Teen Choice Award and the Saturn Award for Best Actor, and went on to appear in many other films. Now 48 years old, he is still persevering in his acting career.
Next is the role of Mary Jane, Peter Parker's childhood sweetheart. In the film, she is more of a tool to drive the plot forward, and she is not emotionally single-minded, so she is considered by many to be the worst version of Mary Jane.
Kirstin Dunst, who is off-screen, is a child star who was already a well-known actor before starring in "Spider-Man". The success of the film further boosted her popularity, which took her acting career to the next level. At the age of 41, she is currently playing the role of a mother, and her figure has also changed somewhat, but she is still active in the film and television industry.
Harry was a good friend of Peter Parker, and although his family was wealthy, he never looked down on Peter. However, due to a series of misunderstandings, he eventually became a Green Goblin, and it was not until the end that he came to his senses and died defending Peter's sword. James Franco, who is outside the play, was only a rookie actor who had just debuted a few years before starring in "Spider-Man", but he conquered the audience with his excellent performance and became a high-profile actor. Now 45 years old, he has changed from a handsome guy to a mature uncle.
Aunt May was a very warm and loving person, and treated Peter like a son. Rosemary Harris, who plays Aunt May, graduated from the Royal Academy of Drama and has a solid acting foundation. Now 96 years old, she still maintains good health, and occasionally takes on some film and television works, showing extraordinary physical fitness.
Uncle Ben was Peter Parker's adoptive father and treated Peter like his own son. He has a rich acting career, won the Oscar for Best Actor, and took a break from the entertainment industry in 1977 due to being involved in a scandal case, and did not make a comeback until the 90s. Born in 1923, he died in 2011 at the age of 88.
Norman Osborne was a successful scientist and businessman, but became the Green Goblin after being exposed to unstable drugs during an experiment that caused his body and mind to mutate. Willem Dafoe showed excellent acting skills when playing this role, and he is an actor who is both talented and hardworking, and is still active in the film and television industry today.
Otto Octavius was originally a genius scientist and engineer, but a malfunction of a robotic arm during a scientific experiment caused his mind to be controlled and he became the Doctor Octopus. Alfred Molina showed excellent acting skills when playing Doctor Octopus, making the character more three-dimensional. Now 70 years old, he is still active on the front line.
Flint Mark is the Sandman, one of Spider-Man's famous villains. He was originally a kind person, but he went down the wrong path in order to raise money for his daughter's surgery. Thomas Harden Church has shown great acting skills in his role as The Sandman, and despite the years that have left their mark on his face, he remains a well-respected old-timer.
Eddie Bullock is the Horn photographer like Peter, but he contradicts Peter by forging the Horn and ends up being his enemy Venom. Topher Grace portrayed an impressive villain as Eddie that brought his career to its peak. Now 45 years old, he is still active in the entertainment industry.
J. Jonah Jameson is the editor-in-chief of Horn** and is strongly hostile to Spider-Man. J.K. Simmons won the hearts of the audience when he played this role, and continued to appear in subsequent Spider-Man productions. Despite being 78 years old, he is still active in the film and television industry.
The newspaper assistant had a crush on Peter, but Peter didn't notice it. Elizabeth Banks' charismatic performance in this role led to her career taking off quickly. Now 49, she has shifted her focus to directing and producing.
The landlord's daughter has always had a crush on Peter, but she hasn't confessed it. Magina Tova showed great acting skills in this role, and despite playing only a supporting role in most of the productions, she was still loved by the audience. Now 44 years old, she is in good shape.
The landlord is a good guy and never blames Peter even when he defaults on rent. Elijah Baskin showed tolerance and kindness in playing the role, and despite being 73 years old, he is still an old-timer in show business.
The above is the change of the cast in Toby's version of the "Spider-Man" series. Each actor has gone through a different life trajectory, but all have achieved success in their field. Their acting skills and performances add a lot of sparkle to this classic movie.