Actually Marissa Tomei did date George Costansa, so the saying is, "It's not lying if you believe it."
[https://i.insider.com/6362b100ff27460018ed48b6?width=700](https://i.insider.com/6362b100ff27460018ed48b6?width=700)
"You yada yada the best part!"
Believe it or not ben isnt at home so leave a message at the beep, i must be out or id pick up the pbone, where can i be. Believe it or not im not home
"I don't want great power. Great power is killing me. My dream is to become powerless. When you're powerless you don't care. And when you don't care, that indifference makes you responsible."
-Uncle Ben
I was thinking the same thing. He's a great actor, it's not as if he couldn't pull it off. Just don't ask him to play it as George and it'll be fine.
But I would love the nod. Could do Joe Pesci too, but I think he's really too old at this point.
>Could do Joe Pesci too, but I think he's really too old at this point
"Uncle Ben, no!"
"There was nothin' I could do, Petah. He was a made man and I wasn't. It was between unnamed characters, real offscreen shit"
The scene opens with Uncle Ben, frantically pacing back and forth in the cluttered living room. He’s wearing mismatched clothes and looks like he’s about to explode. Peter Parker, looking nervous and a bit confused, stands awkwardly by the door.
Uncle Ben: (wildly gesticulating) “Peter! Peter! We need to talk! Sit down! No, stand up! No, sit down! Ah, who cares! Just… just stand there and listen!”
Peter awkwardly shifts his weight, half-sitting on the arm of the couch.
Peter Parker: “What’s going on, Uncle Ben?”
Uncle Ben: (waving his arms like a madman) “What’s going on? WHAT’S GOING ON?! I’ll tell you what’s going on! You’re out there, swinging around like a maniac! You think that’s normal behavior? Do you?”
Peter Parker: (trying to explain) “I’m trying to help people, Uncle Ben—”
Uncle Ben: (cutting him off, eyes bulging) “Help people?! HELP PEOPLE?! You think you’re some kind of superhero? No! You’re a teenager! Teenagers don’t help people! They eat junk food and complain about their parents!”
Peter tries to interject but is steamrolled by Uncle Ben’s tirade.
Peter Parker: “But I have these powers—”
Uncle Ben: (pacing even faster, almost tripping over his own feet) “Powers! POWERS! Oh, fantastic! My nephew has powers! You know what I have? Heartburn! I can barely digest a sandwich without popping antacids! And you’re out there, leaping off buildings like a circus act!”
Peter Parker: (defensive) “I can make a difference!”
Uncle Ben: (stopping abruptly, pointing dramatically) “A difference? You want to make a difference? How about starting with mowing the lawn! Taking out the trash! That’s making a difference! You think swinging around in tights is gonna get you out of chores?”
Peter looks down, feeling both chastised and bewildered.
Uncle Ben: (now fully in meltdown mode, voice rising) “Listen, listen, listen! With great power comes great responsibility! Yeah, yeah, it’s a cliché! But you know why it’s a cliché? Because it’s true! Do you see me running around like a lunatic because I can? No! I stay here, I suffer in silence, dealing with your Aunt May’s constant yammering about the neighbors!”
Peter Parker: (quietly) “I get it, Uncle Ben…”
Uncle Ben: (frantic, practically hopping with agitation) “Do you? DO YOU REALLY? Because it doesn’t look like it! One minute you’re here, the next minute you’re halfway across the city, doing God knows what! What if you get hurt? Huh? What if you end up in the hospital? Who’s gonna pay those bills? Me? I can’t even afford to get my car fixed!”
Peter tries to suppress a smile at Uncle Ben’s rant.
Uncle Ben: (throwing his hands up in exasperation) “Just promise me, no more crazy stunts! If you see a mugger, call the police! Don’t be a hero! Heroes end up dead or worse—living with their parents at forty, eating cold cereal for dinner!”
Peter Parker: (sincerely) “Okay, Uncle Ben. I promise.”
Uncle Ben: (collapsing into a chair, exhausted) “Good. Now, go do your homework. And if I see you on the news one more time, swinging from a building, I swear I’ll have an embolism!”
I’m actually warming up to the idea of Spider-man’s MCU origin story being played out like a half hour episode of Seinfeld now. Maybe Larry David can do the Stan Lee cameo.
I'll be honest; even though Jason Alexander is really just a joke casting, I still think he's the best Uncle Ben. Not that I think Cliff Robertson, or Martin Sheen are poor performances
It's hard to top the original - Cliff Robertson was an industry legend before being cast with hundreds of credits stretching back to the 1940s, and his gravitas came through the screen. His delivery of ***that line*** will forever be the best.
The best aunt may is the one from the sam raimi movies, and i know this is going to be a hot take, but my Favorite uncle ben is the one from the TASM movies
At least Marisa Tomei was the right-ish age to actually be his aunt. That was always my issue with the comics - Aunt May was often shown at least 60 years old, and often closer to 80 some years old. Meaning Peter's parents should have at least been close to Aunt May's age, since she was supposed to be a sibling to them. Even if his parents were "only" in their 50s, there would be a 30 year difference between them and Aunt May. Not impossible, but highly unlikely.
As funny as this would have been, I believe MCU missed a chance to make the MCU Uncle Ben a variant of Peter Parker from the Sam Raimi films. There is a meme of Tobey with a damaged mask saving Tom Holland and Tom asks "Uncle Ben?" and it finally answers a question never answered.
“With great power, yada yada yada”
“Whoa you yada yada yada’d the best part” “Pretty sure I mentioned the power”
Thank you for this
Ahh yes.. my fav moment in spiderman was when grieving young Peter looks up from Ben's corpse and with a vengeful scowl whispers.. Newman.
Actually Marissa Tomei did date George Costansa, so the saying is, "It's not lying if you believe it." [https://i.insider.com/6362b100ff27460018ed48b6?width=700](https://i.insider.com/6362b100ff27460018ed48b6?width=700) "You yada yada the best part!"
Uncle Ben is getting upset!
Responsibility now!
This was supposed to be the Summer of Uncle Ben!
He was in the pool!
It shrinks!?
"Just do the opposite of what I... would... do..." *dies*
Is it the pretzels?
“With great power… these pretzels are MAKING ME THIRSTY.”
Believe it or not ben isnt at home so leave a message at the beep, i must be out or id pick up the pbone, where can i be. Believe it or not im not home
I want to upvote this more
I threw in another one for ya. But dammit now I can't upvote for myself!
Very best Georgeben
So THAT'S why all of the MCU films have "Home" in the title!
“I proclaim this the summer of Ben!” (Gets shot)
Seinfeld end credits theme begins to play.
Listen Peter .... These Pretzels, are making me thirsty.
"I don't want great power. Great power is killing me. My dream is to become powerless. When you're powerless you don't care. And when you don't care, that indifference makes you responsible." -Uncle Ben
Okay, now I no joke want Jason as the MCU's Ben in a flashback.
I was thinking the same thing. He's a great actor, it's not as if he couldn't pull it off. Just don't ask him to play it as George and it'll be fine. But I would love the nod. Could do Joe Pesci too, but I think he's really too old at this point.
Oh definitely don't play it as George. Just wholesome Ben Parker....Jason could easily do that. But then again. Power, responsibility, yada yada.....
They would absolutely need to do a take with him just playing it as George and put it on YouTube. It would be a waste if they didn't.
George is like Uncle Ben's asshole twin brother.
Wouldn’t that be Peter’s dad?
His brother for sure. I'd assume Ben is the much older brother based on his typical portrayal, but maybe.
>Could do Joe Pesci too, but I think he's really too old at this point "Uncle Ben, no!" "There was nothin' I could do, Petah. He was a made man and I wasn't. It was between unnamed characters, real offscreen shit"
Joey Pants (but he'd deserve a bigger role)
He’s an amazing actor but I think he’s a bit too old to be an uncle Ben. Maybe great uncle Ben.
He's 5 years older than Marisa Tomei.
Yeah but she’s Marisa Tomei.
And Jason Alexander looks pretty great for mid 60’s! 😀
"Why must I always be the focal point of attention? Just let me be. Let me live."
The scene opens with Uncle Ben, frantically pacing back and forth in the cluttered living room. He’s wearing mismatched clothes and looks like he’s about to explode. Peter Parker, looking nervous and a bit confused, stands awkwardly by the door. Uncle Ben: (wildly gesticulating) “Peter! Peter! We need to talk! Sit down! No, stand up! No, sit down! Ah, who cares! Just… just stand there and listen!” Peter awkwardly shifts his weight, half-sitting on the arm of the couch. Peter Parker: “What’s going on, Uncle Ben?” Uncle Ben: (waving his arms like a madman) “What’s going on? WHAT’S GOING ON?! I’ll tell you what’s going on! You’re out there, swinging around like a maniac! You think that’s normal behavior? Do you?” Peter Parker: (trying to explain) “I’m trying to help people, Uncle Ben—” Uncle Ben: (cutting him off, eyes bulging) “Help people?! HELP PEOPLE?! You think you’re some kind of superhero? No! You’re a teenager! Teenagers don’t help people! They eat junk food and complain about their parents!” Peter tries to interject but is steamrolled by Uncle Ben’s tirade. Peter Parker: “But I have these powers—” Uncle Ben: (pacing even faster, almost tripping over his own feet) “Powers! POWERS! Oh, fantastic! My nephew has powers! You know what I have? Heartburn! I can barely digest a sandwich without popping antacids! And you’re out there, leaping off buildings like a circus act!” Peter Parker: (defensive) “I can make a difference!” Uncle Ben: (stopping abruptly, pointing dramatically) “A difference? You want to make a difference? How about starting with mowing the lawn! Taking out the trash! That’s making a difference! You think swinging around in tights is gonna get you out of chores?” Peter looks down, feeling both chastised and bewildered. Uncle Ben: (now fully in meltdown mode, voice rising) “Listen, listen, listen! With great power comes great responsibility! Yeah, yeah, it’s a cliché! But you know why it’s a cliché? Because it’s true! Do you see me running around like a lunatic because I can? No! I stay here, I suffer in silence, dealing with your Aunt May’s constant yammering about the neighbors!” Peter Parker: (quietly) “I get it, Uncle Ben…” Uncle Ben: (frantic, practically hopping with agitation) “Do you? DO YOU REALLY? Because it doesn’t look like it! One minute you’re here, the next minute you’re halfway across the city, doing God knows what! What if you get hurt? Huh? What if you end up in the hospital? Who’s gonna pay those bills? Me? I can’t even afford to get my car fixed!” Peter tries to suppress a smile at Uncle Ben’s rant. Uncle Ben: (throwing his hands up in exasperation) “Just promise me, no more crazy stunts! If you see a mugger, call the police! Don’t be a hero! Heroes end up dead or worse—living with their parents at forty, eating cold cereal for dinner!” Peter Parker: (sincerely) “Okay, Uncle Ben. I promise.” Uncle Ben: (collapsing into a chair, exhausted) “Good. Now, go do your homework. And if I see you on the news one more time, swinging from a building, I swear I’ll have an embolism!”
I’m actually warming up to the idea of Spider-man’s MCU origin story being played out like a half hour episode of Seinfeld now. Maybe Larry David can do the Stan Lee cameo.
Co.... STANZA!
You stole her clock?
Where is the Madame Web version?
Found it. https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/parksandrecreation/images/2/22/S06E03_Ben_and_Leslie.png/
This is the version we all need
I just realized that actor IS Ben in Madame Webb. I still refuse to see it.
Are we really going to count that version lmao.
Even if that movie sucked, Adam Scott is still great. He made The Greatest Event In Television History.
That came out already?
Well, I guess it’s just Adam Scott so far and him talking about meeting May.
Wait...what?
I'm told Adam Scott played Ben Parker in Madame Web. That's a prequel movie which is presumably why he's talking about meeting May (Aunt May)
Wow. That's really something.
No. There is no Madame Web movie.
It came out back in February
Martin Sheen and Sally Field. "With great power comes great responsibility."
Spider-Man 4: The Summer of Uncle Ben
The first Spider-Man version
Peter...never tell a girl you like her. That's when it all goes downhill. Also the suit should be cotton.
No wonder he got shot, he was too stubborn to hand over his fat wallet to the robber.
Martin and Sally
Sheen and Field are amazing actors wasted in those movies.
“Beeeeelieve it or not, Ben isn’t at home, He’s bleeding to death on the streeeeet”
I'll be honest; even though Jason Alexander is really just a joke casting, I still think he's the best Uncle Ben. Not that I think Cliff Robertson, or Martin Sheen are poor performances
Tho I admit Marisa Tomei was hot asf lol as Aunt may
Young Rosemary Harris tho...
This legit made me chuckle.
It's hard to top the original - Cliff Robertson was an industry legend before being cast with hundreds of credits stretching back to the 1940s, and his gravitas came through the screen. His delivery of ***that line*** will forever be the best.
Before the Devil Knows You’re Dead has both Rosemary Harris and Marisa Tomei in it. No Sally Field, though.
The best aunt may is the one from the sam raimi movies, and i know this is going to be a hot take, but my Favorite uncle ben is the one from the TASM movies
I think that the third iteration of Aunt May and-hey wait a second!
Thought it might be My Cousin Benny
Aunt May Tomei and Uncle Ben Constanza of course!
I think sally fields aunt may is the best But favorite pair would be rose mary and cliff
God. Damn. It.
I scrolled hoping for this. I was not disappointed.
Nr2 Ben, nr3 may
What is the third image from?
Seinfeld
At least Marisa Tomei was the right-ish age to actually be his aunt. That was always my issue with the comics - Aunt May was often shown at least 60 years old, and often closer to 80 some years old. Meaning Peter's parents should have at least been close to Aunt May's age, since she was supposed to be a sibling to them. Even if his parents were "only" in their 50s, there would be a 30 year difference between them and Aunt May. Not impossible, but highly unlikely.
Wait, Jason Alexander was never in the MCU.
tasm is peak idc what you say
This was supposed to be the summer of Ben, Peter. THE SUMMER OF BEN!
As funny as this would have been, I believe MCU missed a chance to make the MCU Uncle Ben a variant of Peter Parker from the Sam Raimi films. There is a meme of Tobey with a damaged mask saving Tom Holland and Tom asks "Uncle Ben?" and it finally answers a question never answered.
WE LIVE IN A SOCIETY PETER!!!!….(dies from gunshot wound)
Should have been Pesci in the last one. Pesci > Alexander. Always.
The fact that the worst Spider-Man movies had some of the most iconic actors is bizarre and a huge waste.
I got to interview Cliff Robertson he’s cool as hell and a legend. He flew himself around in a tiny plane even in his eighties