"The Amazing Spider-Man" is spinning box-office gold in the U.S. and abroad, rolling up an estimated $341.2 million worldwide since its opening.
"Spider-Man" took in $65 million over the weekend, giving it $140 million for the 6-day holiday frame in North America and relaunching the franchise with a bang.
The movie cost $230 million to produce and had to ensnare audiences with a fresh approach to a familiar franchise. Sony's decision to change the leads to Andrew Garfield and Emma Stone, and the director to Marc Webb, resonated with audiences. They gave the film an "A-" CinemaScore.
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Sony's decision to release this film in 3D is looking just as good.