Only a little. Spider-Man has a few tense moments, nothing that follows you to bed.

What is Spider-Man rated, and is it OK for kids?

Better for teens than younger kids: it is rated PG-13, with strong violence.

Spider-Man (2002)

Film · 2h 1m · Rated PG-13

Action, Sci-Fi

A nerdy high schooler gains amazing powers, becoming a wholesome hero in an epic, heartwarming adventure.

Wholesome humor. A comfort watch at a brisk pace. Emotionally it carries some weight.

Streaming on Disney+.

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Spider-Man parents guide

No sex or nudity and mild language, about what a PG-13 should carry.

Our estimate: fine from about 13. Rated PG-13.

Scare: Mildly scary; A few tense or eerie moments.
Jump scares: A couple; One or two sudden jolts.
Gore: No gore
Violence: Strong violence; Violence is frequent or intense.
Sex and nudity: None noted
Language: Mild; Mild words like damn, hell or crap.

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Three questions

Is Spider-Man scary?: Only a little. Spider-Man has a few tense moments, nothing that follows you to bed.
How gory is Spider-Man?: No gore and strong violence.
What is Spider-Man rated, and is it OK for kids?: Better for teens than younger kids: it is rated PG-13, with strong violence.

What is Spider-Man about?

After being bitten by a genetically altered spider at Oscorp, nerdy but endearing high school student Peter Parker is endowed with amazing powers to become the superhero known as Spider-Man.

Does it have a happy ending? (spoiler-safe)

Yes. It lands on a happy note.