29 Famous Tobey Maguire Quotes from the Original “Spider-Man” Franchise

"Spider-Man" was among the first Marvel superheroes to hit the 20th century big screen, making it an unforgettable film for different generations. Like other superhero movies, it had several valuable life lessons that moviewatchers remember to this day.

Based on the Marvel Comics, "Spider-Man" became a worldwide sensation across different generations after its release in 2002. The titular character, who also goes by Peter Parker, was wonderfully played by actor Tobey Maguire.

In the film, Parker, an ordinary young man, was bitten by a genetically-altered spider, turning him into a superhero with supernatural abilities. While navigating through life, Parker, with the alias Spider-Man, uses his powers to save the city from criminals and villains.

Throughout the movie, Parker/ Spider-Man realizes that he is still human, vulnerable to emotions, and changed by experiences. He learns several life lessons and imparts them to the audience in his words of wisdom and righteousness.

Spider-Man's quote from "Spider-Man:" “This is my gift. My curse. Who am I? I’m Spider-Man.” | Source: Facebook.com/SpiderManMovie

Spider-Man Quotes about Reality

"No matter what I do. No matter how hard I try. The ones I love will always be the ones who pay." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"Not everyone is meant to make a difference. But, for me, the choice to lead an ordinary life is no longer an option." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"This is my gift. My curse. Who am I? I'm Spider-Man." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"I can't live your dreams anymore. I want a life of my own." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"Whatever comes our way, whatever battle we have raging inside us, we always have a choice. My friend taught me that. He chose to be the best of himself. It's the choices that make us who we are, and we can always choose to do what's right." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

Spider-Man's quote from "Spider-Man:" “Whatever life holds in store for me, I will never forget these words: With great power comes great responsibility." | Source: Facebook.com/SpiderManMovie

"Sometimes, to do what's right, we have to be steady, and give up the things we want the most. Even our dreams." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"I believe there's a hero in all of us that keeps us honest, noble and finally allows us to die with pride. Even though sometimes we have to be steady and give up the things we want the most. Even our dreams." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"Whatever life holds in store for me, I will never forget these words: With great power comes great responsibility." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

Spider-Man Quote about Love

"The great thing about MJ is… when you look in her eyes… everything feels… not quite normal. Because you feel stronger and weaker at the same time. You feel excited, and at the same time, terrified." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"I let things get in the way before. There was something I thought I had to do. I don't have to!" – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

Spider-Man's quote from "Spider-Man:" “She can never know how much I love her.” | Source: Facebook.com/SpiderManMovie

"I wanna tell you the truth... here it is: I'm Spider-Man. Weird, huh? Now you know why I can't be with you. If my enemies found out about you, if you got hurt, I could never forgive myself. I wish I could tell you how I feel about you." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"The story of my life is not for the faint of heart. If somebody said it was a happy little tale, if somebody told you I was just your average ordinary guy, not a care in the world, somebody lied. But let me assure you: This, like any story worth telling, is all about a girl. That girl. The girl next door. Mary Jane Watson. The woman I've loved since before I even liked girls." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

Funny Spider-Man Quotes

"Work out. Plenty of rest. You know, eat your green vegetables." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"Go Web! Fly! Up, Up, And Away Web! Shazaam! Go! Go! Go Web Go! Tally Ho." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

Spider-Man's quote from "Spider-Man:" “Where do all these guys come from?” | Source: Facebook.com/SpiderManMovie

"I Fought An Alien Made Out Of Black Goo Once" – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"For Me, The Choice To Lead An Ordinary Life Is No Longer An Option." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"Where Do All These Guys Come From?" – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"I'm Back! I'm Back! My Back. My Back." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"Am I not supposed to have what I want?" – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

Spider-Man's quote from "Spider-Man:" “ I missed the part where that's my problem.” | Source: Facebook.com/SpiderManMovie

"I was in the neighborhood. I needed to see a friendly face. I took two buses and a cab to get in the neighborhood, but..." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"I missed the part where that's my problem." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"I'm not like you. You're a murderer." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"A hundred bucks? The ad said 3000." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"Change? Yep. BIG change." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

Spider-Man's quote from "Spider-Man:" “You have a knack for getting in trouble.” | Source: Facebook.com/SpiderManMovie

"Hey, kiddo. Let Mom and Dad talk for a minute, will ya?" – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"It's you who's out, Gobbie. Out of your mind." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"You have a knack for getting in trouble." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

"Spider-Man wasn't trying to attack the city; he was trying to save it. That's slander." – Peter Parker, "Spider-Man"

Spider-Man's quote from "Spider-Man:" “No matter what I do. No matter how hard I try, the ones I love will always be the ones who pay.” | Source: Facebook.com/SpiderManMovie

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has since released two more versions of "Spider-Man," starring Andrew Garfield and Tom Holland. The new versions had similar themes but with different storylines. Interestingly, the three Spider-Man versions were created to be from other dimensions and had the chance to collaborate in one movie.

Besides the Marvel Cinematic Universe, DC also has a set of superheroes with equally great lessons told through their stories, including "Man of Steel."