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- Spider-Man 2 grossed $789.8 million worldwide against a $200 million budget in 2004.
- Alfred Molina has an estimated net worth of $10 million, largely earned through 40 years in the industry.
- Tobey Maguire is the wealthiest Spider-Man 2 cast member, with an estimated $75 million net worth.
When Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 2 swung into theaters in 2004, it redefined the superhero genre, and still serves as a blueprint for future movies in the genre.
The film shattered box office expectations, grossing $373.6 million in the United States and Canada and $415 million in other territories, for a total worldwide gross of $789.8 million, against a production budget of $200 million.
Building upon the success of its predecessor, Spider-Man, Spider-Man 2 continued the journey of Peter Parker as he grappled with the responsibilities of being a superhero while facing formidable foes.
The film's exploration of Peter Parker's struggles, paired with the noteworthy performance of Alfred Molina as the tragic Dr. Otto Octavius, earned it universal acclaim.
In March 2024, Sony announced that all of their live-action Spider-Man films would be re-released in theaters as part of Columbia Pictures' 100th anniversary celebration.
Spider-Man 2 was among the films selected for this special occasion, returning to cinemas on April 22nd:
This re-release allowed both longtime fans and new audiences to experience the magic of Spider-Man 2 on the big screen once again.
Nearly two decades after it first hit theaters, the cast of Spider-Man 2 continues to thrive in Hollywood.
Some have achieved stratospheric levels of fame and fortune, while others have cultivated successful and diverse careers.
To mark this occasion, let's unravel the net worths of the Spider-Man 2 cast.
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Tom Holland's net worth became a topic of interest after a gargantuan "bonus" was accidentally sent to fellow British actor Tom Hollander.6 Alfred Molina (Doc Ock)
Alfred Molina's Net Worth (Estimated) - $10 Million
Alfred Molina is a titan of stage and screen; for over four decades, this British-born actor has graced our screens with riveting performances.
Molina's career boasts more than 80 acting credits, collectively grossing over $8.7 billion. He made his Broadway debut in 1998 as Yvan in Art.
Molina's film debut came in 1981 as Satipo in Steven Spielberg's action-adventure film Raiders Of The Lost Ark, which grossed approximately $354 million worldwide.
In Spider-Man 2, Molina brought to life one of the most iconic comic book villains, Dr. Otto Octavius, the tortured genius who transforms into the menacing Doc Ock.
His performance was nothing short of electrifying.
Molina reprised his role as Doctor Octopus in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Spider-Man: No Way Home in 2021, which grossed over $1 billion at the box office, making it Molina's highest-grossing film.
Alfred Molina has an estimated net worth of $10 million.
5 J.K. Simmons (J. Jonah Jameson)
J.K. Simmons' Net Worth (Estimated) - $20 Million
Widely respected as one of the finest character actors working today, J.K. Simmons is known for his intense, often commanding roles that he embodies with unmatched authenticity.
Over three decades, Simmons has appeared in over 200 films and television roles. His breakthrough role came as the intimidating neo-Nazi Vernon Schillinger in HBO's gritty drama Oz.
Simmons is perhaps best known for his portrayal of the blustering newspaper editor J. Jonah Jameson in Sam Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy.
He reprised his role as Jameson in various Marvel media unrelated to the Raimi trilogy, including multiple animated titles and the Marvel Cinematic Universe films.
He gained widespread acclaim for his portrayal of music instructor Terence Fletcher in Damien Chazelle's Whiplash, earning him an Academy Award for "Best Supporting Actor."
Beyond the screen, Simmons is a recognizable face in the commercial world, notably as the voice of Farmers Insurance and the yellow M&M.
These endeavors, along with smart investments, have contributed to Simmons' estimated $20 million net worth.
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Spider-Man (part of the superhero trinity) is a box office sensation, grossing over billions of dollars.4 Kirsten Dunst (Mary Jane Watson)
Kirsten Dunst's Net Worth (Estimated) - $25 Million
Kirsten Dunst has been entertaining audiences since her film debut in 1989's anthology, New York Stories.
Her breakout role as Claudia in Interview With The Vampire in 1994 earned her recognition and a Golden Globe nomination.
She furthered her career with a supporting role in Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind, followed by a leading role in Cameron Crowe's tragicomedy Elizabethtown, and as the titular character in Sofia Coppola's Marie Antoinette.
Balancing blockbuster success with critically acclaimed indie films, Kirsten Dunst's resume reflects her range and discerning taste.
Dunst has appeared in over 40 films, all of which have collectively grossed over $4.3 billion worldwide.
Kirsten Dunst played Mary Jane Watson in the original Spider-Man trilogy, which collectively amassed $2.5 billion in global box office receipts.
After the first film's box office success, the salaries for the main stars were disproportionately skewed, as lead actor Tobey Maguire was rewarded with a salary increase for the sequel, while Dunst, in her role as the female lead, did not receive commensurate compensation.
Dunst's decades-long journey in Hollywood, marked by both memorable performances and a venture in production, has culminated in a well-deserved, estimated net worth of $25 million.
3 James Franco (Harry Osborn)
James Franco's Net Worth (Estimated) - $30 Million
James Franco is a Hollywood enigma – an actor, director, writer, artist, and all-around creative force.
After landing his first paid role in a Pizza Hut commercial in 1997, Franco's breakout role came in 1999 when he was cast as the lead in the NBC show Freaks And Geeks.
He then soared to mainstream fame, portraying Harry Osborn in Sam Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy. Franco has consistently challenged himself throughout his career.
He earned critical acclaim for his harrowing performance in 127 Hours, which grossed $60 million worldwide.
Franco has starred in numerous box office hits, including Milk, Eat Pray Love, and Rise Of The Planet of the Apes.
He portrayed the title character in the television biographical film James Dean, for which he won a Golden Globe.
Franco has directed numerous films, written novels, and even dabbled in the visual arts.
This multifaceted approach, coupled with a filmography exceeding 150 credits with a total box office gross exceeding $5.2 billion, has helped Franco to achieve an estimated net worth of $30 million.
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Elizabeth Banks' Net Worth (Estimated) - $50 Million
Elizabeth Banks is a seasoned Hollywood veteran with more than two decades of experience in the industry.
Banks made her film debut in the low-budget independent film Surrender Dorothy in 1998.
Banks has since appeared in over 50 films, including Sam Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy, Seabiscuit, The 40-Year-Old Virgin, and Pitch Perfect.
Banks' filmography collectively boasts a box office gross exceeding $8.87 billion. She gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of chaperone Effie Trinket in The Hunger Games film series.
She made her directorial film debut with Pitch Perfect 2, whose $69 million opening-weekend gross set a record for a first-time director.
Her subsequent directorial ventures include the action comedy Charlie's Angels and the horror comedy film Cocaine Bear; the films grossed $73.3 million and $90 million respectively.
Banks co-founded the production company Brownstone Productions in 2002, which produced the successful Pitch Perfect movie franchise.
On television, Banks has featured in recurring roles on series such as 30 Rock, Scrubs, and Modern Family, earning multiple Emmy nominations.
Elizabeth Banks has an estimated net worth of $50 million.
1 Tobey Maguire (Peter Parker/Spider-Man)
Tobey Maguire's Net Worth (Estimated) - $75 Million
Tobey Maguire's career took a significant leap forward when he was chosen from a pool of six talented actors to portray the titular character in Sam Raimi's 2002 film Spider-Man.
The film was a major success and made him a star, and he reprised the role in the sequels Spider-Man 2 and Spider-Man 3.
The first Spider-Man film earned $820 million, while Spider-Man 2 took in $784 million, and Spider-Man 3 grossed the most of the series, with an $890 million take.
After earning $4 million for the first film, Tobey was paid a $17.5 million salary, plus five percent of the box office gross for Spider-Man 2.
His payday for Spider-Man 3 was $15 million, with a bigger backend cut of 7.5 percent.
Maguire reprised his role in the MCU's Spider-Man: No Way Home in 2021, alongside successors Tom Holland and Andrew Garfield.
Notably, Maguire earned a Golden Globe nomination for his role in Brothers.
He established his own production company (called Material Pictures) in 2012, and co-produced Good People, Pawn Sacrifice, and Babylon.
Tobey Maguire currently has an estimated net worth of $75 million, and he is the wealthiest actor among the Spider-Man 2 cast.
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