Andrew Garfield concealed his involvement in Spider-Man: No Way Home from almost everyone, including his former co-star Emma Stone. This week, Stone confirmed that Garfield refused to reveal any details despite her direct inquiries, and added that she has yet to watch the film. The news confirms Garfield’s dedication to maintaining secrecy around his cameo.
Emma Stone Recalls Her Conversation with Garfield
During a 2022 podcast appearance on Josh Horowitz’s Happy Sad Confused, Garfield had admitted to avoiding Stone’s questions about the movie. When Stone joined the same podcast recently, Horowitz asked her to verify what actually happened. Stone recounted that Garfield denied any knowledge of his participation. She said,
“Yeah! Yeah he never — I asked him if he was going to be in that, and he was like ‘I don’t know what you’re talking about,’”
and added,
“I was like ‘What? Oh, I guess that means no?’ But it wasn’t no! It was yes.”
Stone Praises Garfield’s Secrecy and Shares Her Feelings About the Film
Stone applauded Garfield for his ability to keep the cameo under wraps, a rare feat in today’s era of widespread leaks. Horowitz then inquired if Stone had seen the film, especially since it includes a touching tribute to her character Gwen Stacy, played alongside Garfield in The Amazing Spider-Man series. Stone admitted, “I haven’t seen it, no,” and reflected,
“It would be very emotional, I’m sure. Yeah. But I heard it was fantastic. I will see it, eventually.”
Emotional Climax in Spider-Man: No Way Home Features Garfield’s Peter Parker
The emotional weight of Garfield’s return centers on a critical final battle scene. In this sequence, Zendaya’s character Michelle falls from scaffolding during a fight with Green Goblin, portrayed by Willem Dafoe. Tom Holland’s Peter Parker attempts to save her but is interrupted, making her survival uncertain. Garfield’s Peter Parker then arrives in time to catch Michelle, learning from the tragic mistake of Gwen Stacy’s death in The Amazing Spider-Man 2.
Unlike his earlier failure, where his webbing inadvertently caused Gwen’s fatal injury, Garfield’s Peter secures Michelle carefully, shooting his webbing upward to ensure a safe landing for both. Once on the ground, Michelle notices the anguish on Peter’s face, which evokes the memory of Gwen’s demise, but he reassures her with tears that he is all right.
Significance of Garfield’s Secret Comeback and Its Impact
Garfield’s successful concealment of his role highlights the challenges and importance of preserving surprise elements in major film franchises. His cameo not only serves as a heartfelt nod to his earlier work as Spider-Man but also deepens the narrative continuity of the franchise. For fans and the actors involved, the secret and the emotional weight of the scene underscore the lasting impact of these characters and their stories. Stone’s eventual viewing of the film is anticipated to be a poignant moment, connecting her closely with the latest chapter in the Spider-Man saga.
