The Amazing Spider‑Man 2, directed by Marc Webb and released in 2014, starred Andrew Garfield reprising his role as Peter Parker alongside Emma Stone as Gwen Stacy. The ensemble cast also included Oscar-winner Jamie Foxx as Electro, Dane DeHaan as Harry Osborn, Sally Field as Aunt May, Paul Giamatti as the Rhino, Chris Cooper, Colm Feore, Denis Leary and Embeth Davidtz. The sequel continued Parker’s journey through New York City’s iconic locales, driving home the deep connection between the hero and the cityscape.
Notably, The Amazing Spider‑Man 2 was the first Spider‑Man film shot entirely within New York State. Principal photography ran from February to June 2013. The blockbuster’s grand scale production, spanning approximately 150 days, was reportedly the largest such production in the state’s history.
Long Island played a pivotal role within the film’s production. Major sound-stage work was carried out at Grumman Studios and Gold Coast Studios in Bethpage, where massive back-lot sets were built -- including a full-scale Times Square replica used for Electro’s spectacular showdown. According to Newsday’s Frank Lovece, crew and stars like Andrew Garfield and Jamie Foxx were “awestruck” by the “wild” life-size Times Square built in a Bethpage parking lot.
Researched by Darren Paltrowitz on July 15, 2025.