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For an entire generation of fans, Tobey Maguire is synonymous with the role of Peter Parker / Spider-Man. Maguire starred in three standalone films focused on the web-slinger which shot him to superstardom. He later reprised the iconic role for 2021’sSpider-Man: No Way Home, which brought him together with other live-action Spider-Man actors.
A follow-up to the 2021 blockbuster is now moving forward as a part of the MCU, with Tom Holland reprising his role. However, there are also rumors of Maguire and Andrew Garfield returning for another outing as the popular webheads. Moreover, reports indicate that Maguire has already laid out his hefty demand for reprising the role, and here is why bringing the OG Spider-Man back might be extremely expensive.
Tobey Maguire Rumored to Return ForSpider-Man 4On One Condition
Tobey Maguirereturned to his most popular role for 2021’sSpider-Man: No Way Home, which saw his Peter Parker / Spider-Man unite on the screen with Tom Holland and Andrew Garfield’s iterations. However, if reports are to be believed Maguire is expected to return for the much-anticipatedSpider-Man 4.
According to a report fromIn Touch Weekly, Maguire’s return to the MCU largely depends on the actor securing a huge payday for reprising the role. A source close to the actor stated that after the success of the previous entry, Maguire is eager to return provided he is compensated well. The source said:
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The source claimed that Maguire drives an extremely hard bargain for film appearances these days as he does not act much. The report also suggested that those around Maguire encouraged the actor to play hardball with his salary for potentially reprising the role.
Tobey Maguire Also Received a Huge Paycheck ForSpider-Man: No Way Home
Maguire’s alleged desire to secure a huge payday for his return isn’t as surprising when considering his salary forSpider-Man: No Way Home. According to reports, theBabylonactorreportedlyreceived a sum of $1 million for his special appearance in the 2021 blockbuster.
In the past, Maguire has commanded massive fees for his time as Spider-Man, with the actor reportedlymaking a base salary of $4 million for his debutouting as the web-slinger. Maguire’s salary only soared with the success of theSam Raimi-directed movies.
Given Maguire’s track record for securing massive paychecks for playing the iconic comic book character, it isn’t hard to imagine a huge bump in his salary for his proposed return inSpider-Man 4. Moreover, the success ofNo Way Homewould only give Maguire more negotiating power.
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Ultimately, Maguire could command a salary in the range of $4-5 million for the upcoming film if the rumors of his return are proven accurate. Tom Holland wasreportedlypaid a sum of $10 million for the third installment, meaning Maguire’s paycheck will at least be half of that figure to justify a return.
Spider-Man: No Way Homeis available to buy or rent on Amazon Prime Video.
Pratik Handore
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With a keen interest in comic book movies and blockbuster franchises, Pratik usually covers news and updates on the DCU, MCU, Star Wars, and more.A die-hard fan of George Lucas and Steven Spielberg, Pratik spends most of his time exploring different storytelling mediums that invoke a sense of wonder and adventure. Other filmmakers whose works have deeply influenced him include Alfred Hitchcock, James Gunn, and Guillermo del Toro.
