Tobey Maguire Explains Why He Almost Did Not Return For Spider-Man 4


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Tobey Maguire, who can currently be seen in the drama “Brothers”, along side Jake Gyllenhaal, Natalie Portman and Clifton Collins Jr. recently spoke with The Boston Globe about his upcoming fourth spin around the web as Peter Parker with Director Sam Raimi, a collaboration that people seem to forget, almost didn’t happen to begin with. According to Maguire, his decision to return for “Spider-Man 4” wasn’t an easy choice to make.

“It’s not that I was reluctant, for me, it’s a big process to decide whether or not to do a role. … I have to wake up in the morning and feel like I can’t wait to get to work. I’ve got to feel OK about leaving my kids for 12 or 13 hours a day for five months. It’s a big commitment.”

Obviously, Maguire decided that is was worth it. He’s already addressed the Black Cat casting rumors and expressed his support about having The Lizard as a lead villain, but what interests Maguire in coming back for “Spider-Man 4” the most? — for Maguire, it’s all about Peter Parker.

“Hopefully I’ll be able to evolve the character in a new direction, He’ll still be Peter Parker, but I hope I can move him forward a bit and take him to a place where there will be new challenges for me as an actor.”


Jason Moore
Written by Jason Moore

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