Rating summary

Movie		4.5
Video		5.0
Audio		5.0
Extras		4.5
Overall		5.0

Spider-Man: No Way Home 3D Blu-ray Movie Review

A first-rate 3D presentation for fans of the format. A must-see in 3D.

Spider-Man: No Way Home is the must-see third-feature in the Marvel Cinematic Universe Spider-Man film series. The epic action-packed adventure became one of the biggest Hollywood blockbusters of all time with good reason: the web-slinging adventures of Spider-Man are irresistible and the third outing contains wonderful call-backs to the previous incarnations of the Spider-Man cinematic universe. As chief creative producer of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Kevin Feige ensures that the production dazzles from start to finish.

Peter Parker (Tom Holland) has been publicly outed as Spider-Man. The revelation causes a whirlwind of trouble for Peter, MJ (Zendaya), and Ned (Jacob Batalon). Seeking the help of a magic spell cast by Doctor Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch), Peter aims to restore the balance of his life (and that of his friends) by returning things to how they were before he was revealed as the web-slinging hero.

Yet otherworldly dangers await Spider-Man when a group of villains arrive in his world: The Green Goblin (Willem Dafoe), Doc Ock (Alfred Molina), and Electro (Jamie Foxx). Can Spider-Man be victorious in a battle against an onslaught of diabolical foes? Spider-Man finds hope in the most unlikely of alliances. An inter-dimensional battle awaits.

The third outing in the Tom Holland led Spider-Man series is the best one in the franchise to date. Holland is as entertaining as ever in the role – showcasing his natural charisma (and recalling the exuberant charm of Michael J. Fox). Tom Holland manages to imbue the role with the humanity of Peter Parker as well as the heroism of Spider-Man in equal measure. Zendaya is perfect as MJ and she finds new ways to showcase her charming sense of humor during many action-packed scenes in the feature-film.

Amazing Spider-Man: the 3D experience.

There are call-backs to the previous Spider-Man productions and these moments make Spider-Man: No Way Home even more entertaining and memorable for audiences. With numerous cameos and nods to the previous interpretations of the comic-book character, Spider-Man: No Way Home is something enormously special. Willem Dafoe and Alfred Molina are both brilliant with their reprisals in the Spider-Man franchise. Jamie Foxx is surprisingly impressive given how lackluster The Amazing Spider-Man 2 was compared to the other Spider-Man entries.

The cinematography by Mauro Fiore (Avatar, X-Men: Dark Phoenix) showcases the filmmaking at its absolute finest. Fiore provides Spider-Man: No Way Home with an artistic touch that isn't always seen with big budget filmmaking. The final battle in No Way Home is especially impressive: imbuing the finale with a sense of grandiose visuals.

The score composed by Michael Giacchino (Up, Lost) is exhilarating and exciting. Giacchino is the best composer in the industry and he provides the web-slinging adventures of Spider-Man with the perfect balance of excitement and whimsy needed to make Spider-Man: No Way Home an exciting entry in the franchise. Without the music of Giacchino, one can be sure the film wouldn't have had anywhere near as much magic.

Jon Watts (Spider-Man: Homecoming, Spider-Man: Far from Home) showcases his exceptional skills as a director with his third outing in the Spider-Man saga being his best to date. Spider-Man: No Way Home is ambitious and artful at the same time. Watts finds the right tonal balance and delivers a fun experience for audiences. The last act of Spider-Man: No Way Home is especially powerful and an enormously fun thrill-ride.

Spider-Man: No Way Home 3D Blu-ray Movie, Video Quality 

Arriving on 3D Blu-ray from Sony Pictures and Random Space Media, Spider-Man: No Way Home is presented in 1080p MPEG-4 MVC encoded high definition in the original theatrical aspect ratio of 2.39:1 widescreen. The release has an outstanding 3D presentation: the release offers audiences a remarkably crisp, clear, and engaging experience from start to finish. Having seen the 3D presentation twice in the cinema, the home media version on 3D Blu-ray is every bit as beautiful and rewarding.

The 3D in Spider-Man: No Way Home is even more exciting than Spider-Man: Far From Home 3D (which I reviewed here). Depth is remarkably deep and engaging during the presentation. The use of 3D effects is impeccable and well-detailed (with the pop-out effects showcasing an impressive array of details one might simply miss while viewing the film in 2D). The action scenes are especially noteworthy: the epic battle against Doc Ock is an adrenaline rush while the conclusion team-up is pure eye-candy on every level. A drool-worthy release with an impressive sense of layering throughout. A must-see in 3D.

Spider-Man: No Way Home 3D Blu-ray Movie, Audio Quality 

The release is presented in DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 surround sound. The lossless audio quality is superb and sounds crisp throughout the audio presentation. Dialogue is clear and easy to understand. The sound effects and original score sound outstanding. The music is especially well implemented in to the surround sound mix. The track has plenty of LFE and the experience will certainly delver an action-packed thrill ride for a dedicated home theater system. Despite the 3D disc including an Atmos audio option, the release packs a mighty punch.

Spider-Man: No Way Home 3D Blu-ray Movie, Special Features and Extras 

The release includes the same supplemental package provided on the standard 2D Blu-ray release (as reviewed here).

Spider-Man: No Way Home 3D Blu-ray Movie, Overall Score and Recommendation 

Spider-Man: No Way Home is one of the best Marvel Cinematic Universe films to date. The action-packed adventure is off the charts entertaining and the storytelling is remarkably engaging. The cast delivers in spades. The return of the original Spider-Man (Tobey Maguire) makes the film a must-see comic book extravaganza. The 3D presentation is enormously rewarding and with excellent 3D effects: an immersive sense of depth. A must-own release for 3D enthusiasts. Highly recommended.