Andrew Garfield’s portrayal of Peter Parker in ‘The Amazing Spider-Man’ films remains one of the most beloved among fans. However, his trilogy was never completed, leaving many to wonder what could have been.
With Garfield’s impactful return in ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’, fans reignited their calls for Sony to finally give Garfield’s Spidey the closure he deserves.
Writer Alex Kurtzman Claims ‘The Amazing Spider-Man 3’ Never Made It To The Scripting Stage
Recently, Alex Kurtzman, one of the writers attached to ‘The Amazing Spider-Man 3’, opened up about the project’s fate during an interview with ScreenRant. Kurtzman revealed that the third installment of Garfield’s Spider-Man saga never even made it to the scripting stage.
“You know, we never wrote it. We never wrote it. I did 2 and that was it for me,” Kurtzman shared. His comments give a glimpse into the chaotic behind-the-scenes circumstances that ultimately led to the franchise’s abrupt halt. Despite its financial success, ‘The Amazing Spider-Man 2’ faced harsh criticism for its storylines and villain roster.
Moreover, Kurtzman’s comments, though brief, suggest that the creative team may have brainstormed concept ideas for ‘The Amazing Spider-Man 3’, even if no script was ever written. Reports from the time hinted at ambitious plans, including a potential team-up between Spider-Man and the Sinister Six.
Additionally, Sony was also reportedly eyeing a fourth film, which director Marc Webb had said would mark his exit from the franchise. However, the tumultuous combination of behind-the-scenes conflicts, lukewarm critical reception, and Garfield’s rumored firing derailed those plans.
What ‘The Amazing Spider-Man 3’ Might Have Explored
Had ‘The Amazing Spider-Man 3’ come to life, it would have likely delved into Peter Parker’s emotional fallout from the devastating loss of Gwen Stacy. Andrew Garfield’s heartfelt performance in ‘No Way Home’ gave fans a glimpse of how the character was haunted by her death.
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The character tearing up after saving Zendaya‘s MJ is enough proof of his torment. Moreover, One major storyline reportedly considered for the sequel was the introduction of Shailene Woodley as Mary Jane Watson. While Woodley filmed scenes for ‘The Amazing Spider-Man 2’, they were ultimately cut to focus on Gwen’s arc.
Fans were eager to see how Mary Jane would factor into Peter’s life as he grappled with grief. Another intriguing aspect of ‘The Amazing Spider-Man 3’ could have been its exploration of Peter’s darker side. ‘No Way Home’ teased the idea of Garfield’s Spider-Man becoming more reckless and bitter after Gwen’s death.
So, this character arc could have offered a raw and emotional story, setting it apart from other Spider-Man films. Moreover, while ‘The Amazing Spider-Man 3’ remains an unfulfilled dream, fans haven’t given up hope. There’s also speculation about Garfield’s possible return in upcoming MCU projects like ‘Spider-Man 4’ and ‘Avengers: Secret Wars’.
