Spider-Man
When an extortionist threatens to force a multi-suicide unless a huge ransom is paid, only Peter Parker can stop him with his new powers as Spider-Man.
Critics Sentiment
Peter breaks free from hypnosis and stops the Guru
Peter Parker and Judy are hypnotized by the Guru
The film dips to its lowest point when Peter gets hypnotized in an absurd plot development, then rebounds strongly for the heroic climax.
This 1977 Spider-Man pilot earned nostalgic affection for bringing the web-slinger to live action for the first time, with Nicholas Hammond's sincere performance and creative low-tech effects winning over many fans. While some found the plot silly and the pacing uneven, the film succeeded as a charming 70s interpretation that captured Spider-Man's heroic spirit despite budget limitations. The sentiment arc follows a classic structure, building excitement for Spider-Man's debut, sagging during the weaker hypnosis plot, then soaring for the satisfying heroic conclusion.
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Nicholas Hammond
Peter Parker / Spider-Man
David White
J. Jonah Jameson
Michael Pataki
Captain Barbera
Hilly Hicks
Robbie Robertson
Lisa Eilbacher
Judy Tyler
Dick Balduzzi
Delivery Man
Jeff Donnell
Aunt May Parker
Bob Hastings
Monahan
Barry Cutler
Purse Snatcher
Thayer David
Edward Byron
Ivor Francis
Prof. Noah Tyler
Norman Rice
Henchman
Len Lesser
Henchman
Carmelita Pope
Group Member
George Lane Cooper
Group Member
Larry Anderson
Dave
Ivan Bonar
News Alert Reporter
Kathryn Reynolds
Group Member
Harry Caesar
Cab Driver
Robert Snively
Judge
Crew
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