Ben ParkerCharacter guide · Cliff Robertson

Cliff Robertson portrays Ben Parker in Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man, as listed in the Sony Pictures Museum’s official credits. Ben belongs to Peter’s home life before the superhero identity takes over the story. Starting with the 2002 film lets their conversations play out before the sequels revisit that history.

Pay attention to how Peter receives the advice

Notice the difference between what Ben is trying to communicate and what Peter is ready to hear. That gap gives the scene its immediate human stakes without this introduction recounting the events that follow.

Begin with Spider-Man (2002), then follow Spider-Man 2 and Spider-Man 3 in release order. The later catalog records do not replace the first film as the introduction to Cliff Robertson’s portrayal.

1. 01

   Spider-Man

   2002 · Open the title guide ↗

2. 02

   Spider-Man 2

   2004 · Open the title guide ↗

These are the existing catalog records, including supporting roles, cameos and other formats. This list is not a required watch order or proof that every appearance shares one continuity. Future entries may change.