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Los Angeles Times
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
‘Spider-Man 2' extended edition is coming to theaters in 4K, along with original trilogy
The original 'Spider-Man' trilogy, directed by Sam Raimi and starring Tobey Maguire, is returning to the big screen with a special addition. For the first time, 'Spider-Man 2.1' — the extended edition of 'Spider Man 2' — will be playing in theaters in 4K in a limited engagement presented by Fathom Entertainment. This version, released on DVD in 2007, features eight minutes of new footage, including a fan-favorite scene in which J. Jonah Jameson, played by J.K. Simmons, tries on the Spidey suit. More than two decades and 10 Spider-Man movies after the original trilogy premiered, 'Spider-Man 2' consistently ranks among the best of the franchise by critics and fans. Starring alongside Maguire as Peter Parker (a.k.a. Spider-Man) are Kirsten Dunst as Mary Jane 'MJ' Watson, James Franco as Harry Osborn and Alfred Molina as Dr. Otto Octavius. 'The success of 'Spider-Man' in 2002 helped launch the modern era of super hero films. To this day, Tobey Maguire's take on Spider-Man resonates across generations,' Fathom Entertainment's Chief Executive Ray Nutt said in a press release. 'At Fathom Entertainment, we celebrate fandom and I am delighted that 'Spider-Man 2.1' in 4K will make its theatrical debut, a true gift for longtime fans and a thrilling discovery for new ones.' 'Spider-Man' will play in theaters Sept. 26 and Oct. 3, 'Spider-Man 2.1' on Sept. 27 and Oct. 4, and 'Spider-Man 3' on Sept. 28 and Oct. 5. Tickets will be available at Fathom Entertainment and participating theaters July 25. Other films soon returning to theaters with Fathom Entertainment are 'Clueless' (June 29-30), 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' (July 13-16) and 'The Sound of Music' (Sept. 13-17).
Gizmodo
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
The ‘Spider-Man 2' Extended Edition Is Finally Swinging Into Theaters
Tobey Maguire's Spider-Man trilogy is heading back into theaters once more, but this time things will look slightly different for the webslinger. For the first time, the home-release exclusive extended edition of Spider-Man 2 will be part of the theatrical release. Today Fathom Events announced that Sam Raimi's Spider-Man films will return to theaters for a limited time beginning September 26. All three movies will screen in 4K, but for the first time, the version of Spider-Man 2 hitting theaters is actually the 2007 extended cut of the film. Put out on DVD in 2007 in the run-up to Spider-Man 3's release, Spider-Man 2.1 features eight minutes of new footage integrated into the theatrical cut, extending multiple sequences in the film while also including a few brand-new scenes and alternate takes. Including, yes, that deleted scene of J. Jonah Jameson putting on the Spidey suit in his office to strike a few poses. The 2.1 cut has been available on home release ever since, including the Blu-ray releases of the trilogy, but the new theatrical run will mark the first time fans get to actually see it on the big screen. Maybe it'll make the wait for Brand New Day go a little quicker? Tickets for the Spider-Man trilogy are available starting July 25 through Fathom Events, with screenings of the trilogy taking place on September 26, 27, and 28, and with a follow-up run on October 3, 4, and 5. Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, what's next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.
