Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
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A botched spell opens the multiverse, bringing villains, and other Spider-Men, into Peter's world. In story order it’s #48 of 81; by release date it was the 27th MCU film, part of Phase Four. It’s Essential viewing, because the bigger story builds on it. It runs 2h 28m and streams on Disney+ and Starz in the US.
| Directed by | Jon Watts |
|---|---|
| Starring | Tom Holland, Zendaya, Benedict Cumberbatch, Jacob Batalon, Willem Dafoe |
| Release date | December 17, 2021 |
| Runtime | 2h 28m |
| Age rating | PG-13, some material may be inappropriate for under 13 |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 93% critics · IMDb 8.2/10 |
| Box office | $1,921M worldwide |
| Phase | Phase Four |
| Saga | Multiverse Saga |
| Story position | #48 of 81 in chronological order |
| Timeline setting | Set after Far From Home |
| Part of | Spider-Man movies in order |
| Post-credit scene | Yes |
Why it matters in the MCU
The multiverse goes mainstream; resets Peter Parker’s world.
Different versions of Spider-Man: No Way Home
No Way Home has two versions: the December 2021 theatrical cut and an extended cut that returned to theaters in September 2022.
- Theatrical cut (December 2021): The original release and the standard version on streaming and home media.
- The More Fun Stuff Version (September 2022): An extended cut with added scenes, released in theaters around the world in September 2022.
Which version to watch: Start with the theatrical cut. The More Fun Stuff Version is for fans who want extra scenes on a rewatch.
Post-credit scene
There’s more after the credits. Open the box if you want to know what happens; it gives away part of the ending.
Spoiler What happens after the credits of Spider-Man: No Way Home: tap to reveal
Teases Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
Where it fits in your watch
Spider-Man: No Way Home FAQ
What is Spider-Man: No Way Home The More Fun Stuff Version?
An extended cut of No Way Home with added scenes. It had a global theatrical release in September 2022.
Can you skip Spider-Man: No Way Home?
No. It’s Essential: it’s the defining Multiverse Saga film.
When was Spider-Man: No Way Home released?
Spider-Man: No Way Home was released on December 17, 2021.
Where does Spider-Man: No Way Home fit in the MCU timeline?
Spider-Man: No Way Home is set after Far From Home and sits at #48 of 81 in story order.
Does Spider-Man: No Way Home have a post-credit scene?
Yes. Keep watching through the credits for at least one more scene; the spoiler box on this page says what happens.
What to watch before Spider-Man: No Way Home
Spider-Man: No Way Home builds on these earlier titles, listed in release order:
- Doctor Strange (2016)
- Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)
- Thor: Ragnarok (2017)
- Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
- Avengers: Endgame (2019)
- Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)
Where to watch Spider-Man: No Way Home in the US
| Streaming (subscription) | Disney+, Starz |
|---|---|
| Rent or buy | Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango at Home |
Where to watch Spider-Man: No Way Home outside the US
| Country | Stream | Other options |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Disney+, NOW | Rent: Apple TV, Rakuten TV, Amazon |
| Canada | Crave | Rent: Apple TV, Amazon, CosmoGo |
| Australia | Binge, Stan, Foxtel Now | Rent: Apple TV, Amazon |
| India | Sony LIV, JioHotstar | Rent: Apple TV, Amazon |
Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026
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