Spider-Man: Far From Home Swings Onto Streaming Services
Synopsis
"Spider-Man: Far From Home" is the highly anticipated sequel to the 2017 blockbuster "Spider-Man: Homecoming," and the 23rd installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The film follows Peter Parker (Tom Holland) as he embarks on a European school trip with his classmates following the events of "Avengers: Endgame." While abroad, he is recruited by Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson) and Maria Hill (Cobie Smulders) to help battle elemental creatures known as the Elementals, along with the mysterious Mysterio (Jake Gyllenhaal).
Streaming Availability
"Spider-Man: Far From Home" is now available to stream on the following platforms:
- Disney+ (United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand)
- Amazon Prime Video (United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Australia)
- iTunes (United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Australia)
- Google Play (United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Australia)
- Microsoft Store (United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Australia)
Release Date
"Spider-Man: Far From Home" was released in theaters on July 2, 2019, and became the highest-grossing film of the year. It has since grossed over $1.1 billion worldwide.
Cast
- Tom Holland as Peter Parker / Spider-Man
- Zendaya as Michelle "MJ" Jones
- Jake Gyllenhaal as Mysterio / Quentin Beck
- Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury
- Cobie Smulders as Maria Hill
- Jon Favreau as Harold "Happy" Hogan
- Marisa Tomei as May Parker
- Jacob Batalon as Ned Leeds
- Tony Revolori as Flash Thompson
- Angourie Rice as Betty Brant
- J.B. Smoove as Mr. Dell
- Hannibal Buress as Coach Wilson
Crew
- Director: Jon Watts
- Screenplay: Chris McKenna and Erik Sommers
- Producers: Kevin Feige and Amy Pascal
- Cinematographer: Matthew Libatique
- Editor: Leigh Folsom Boyd
- Composer: Michael Giacchino
Critical Reception
"Spider-Man: Far From Home" received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising its humor, performances, and action sequences. The film holds a 90% rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 408 reviews, with an average rating of 7.4/10. The site’s consensus reads: "Another winning entry in the MCU, Spider-Man: Far From Home balances humor, heart, and action while deftly setting the stage for the franchise’s future."
On Metacritic, the film has a score of 69 out of 100 based on 56 reviews, indicating "generally favorable reviews."
Box Office Performance
"Spider-Man: Far From Home" became the highest-grossing film of 2019, grossing over $1.1 billion worldwide. It was also the third-highest-grossing film of all time in the MCU, behind "Avengers: Endgame" and "Avengers: Infinity War."
Awards and Nominations
"Spider-Man: Far From Home" was nominated for two Academy Awards, including Best Visual Effects and Best Adapted Screenplay. It also received two BAFTA Award nominations for Best Special Visual Effects and Best Editing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is "Spider-Man: Far From Home" on Netflix?
A: No, "Spider-Man: Far From Home" is not currently available on Netflix.
Q: How can I watch "Spider-Man: Far From Home" for free?
A: Unfortunately, there is no legal way to watch "Spider-Man: Far From Home" for free.
Q: Is "Spider-Man: Far From Home" available in 4K?
A: Yes, "Spider-Man: Far From Home" is available to stream in 4K on Amazon Prime Video, iTunes, and Google Play.
Q: What is the rating of "Spider-Man: Far From Home"?
A: "Spider-Man: Far From Home" is rated PG-13 for action sequences, some violence, language, and suggestive material.
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