Spider-Man premiere date announced


Sony Pictures and Columbia Pictures have finally announced the official title of their upcoming Spider-Man film, The Amazing Spider-Man.

The adjective “amazing” has been associated with Spider-Man since his first appearance in Amazing Fantasy in 1962. The original comic book, also known as The Amazing Spider-Man, was published in 1963.

The title of the film is an inclination that the filmmakers will be returning to the roots of the web-slinger. The film restarts the franchise that was originated by Tobey Maguire and Sam Raimi. Marc Webb’s spin on the franchise is currently in production with Andrew Garfield in the lead role.

The Amazing Spider-Man will follow Peter Parker in his high school years as he first develops his abilities and is scheduled for release on July 3, 2012.