'Spider-Man: Homecoming:' Everything You Need To Know Before It Hits Movie Theaters

'Spider-Man: Homecoming' had its Hollywood premiere Wednesday, offering a glimpse into what could be one of the biggest blockbusters of the year. However, this will be the third time Sony has attempted to breathe new life into the web-slinging franchise and some filmgoers may feel they've seen enough of the comic-book hero.

The latest Spider-Man film prompts some important questions. What makes this version special? Has Spider-Man run its course?

The latest film opens July 7 after a strong showing by "Wonder Woman" and another "Guardians of the Galaxy."

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The Reviews Are Mostly Positive

Critics have already seen Sony's new take on the "Spider-Man" franchise and have given their stamp of approval.

Having been reviewed by 76 critics, "Spider-Man: Homecoming" currently holds a 93 percent on Rotten Tomatoes' Tomatometer. This is a major step up from Andrew Garfield's turn at Spider-Man, with "The Amazing Spider-Man" at 72 percent and "The Amazing Spider-Man 2" at 53 percent on Rotten Tomatoes. Mark Daniell of the Toronto Sun noted Thursday that "it's not only the best Spider-Man movie -- it's one of the best films in Marvel's cinematic universe."

It's Expected To Be Another Hit For Marvel And Sony

To do the franchise justice, Sony decided to share "Spider-Man" with Disney's Marvel Studios. Although Sony has raked in solid box-office numbers with past Spider-Man films, Marvel appears to have nailed the superhero genre under Disney's wings to a tee.

Previous "Spider-Man" flicks have hovered around the $700-$800 million mark worldwide under Sony. However, Disney's Marvel Studios hit the $1 billion mark worldwide multiple times with films like "The Avengers," "Captain America: Civil War" and "Iron Man 3." This time around, "Spider-Man: Homecoming" could see bigger box-office returns with its joint effort with Sony.

"Spider-Man: Homecoming" is expected to pick up the summer's slow box office. Deadline reported that the newest Spidey flick is projected to make $90-100 million during its opening weekend, making it the biggest debut of any film within the Spider-Man franchise.

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Tom Holland As Spider-Man

While Sam Raimi's "Spider-Man" is still loved by fans, Tobey Macguire and his Peter Parker successor Garfield lack one thing: a youthful, teenage vibe. Both actors were full-fledged adults during their turn at the web-slinging hero. Maguire was 27 when "Spider-Man" first hit theaters in 2002, whereas Garfield was 29 when "The Amazing Spider-Man" debuted 10 years later in 2012.

The youthful-looking Holland, while technically 21 years old, can still pass for a teenager. Longtime film critic Manohla Dargis of the New York Times noted Holland's boyish appearance compared to previous actors in the role as a positive. "Mr. Holland looks and sounds more like a teen than the actors who've previously suited up for this series," Dargis wrote.

Holland, a London native, has credits that include starring roles in "Billy Elliot the Musical" and the critically acclaimed 2012 film "The Impossible." He made his debut as Spider-Man in "Captain America: Civil War" last year, stealing Captain America's shield for that matter.

It's A Coming-Of-Age Story

Peter Parker is a teenager and the reboot makes sure viewers know it.

Director John Watts has taken a different approach from the predecessors, making "Spider-Man: Homecoming" more of a John Hughes-esque super-hero movie. While the film has plenty of action, there is also an emphasis on personal relationships. Many may find the departure from previous films a bit more refreshing.

"It's a relief to see a superhero engaged in deeply human activities, like getting ready for a date," Time Magazine critic Stephanie Zacharek wrote on Friday.

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