Top 10 Stan Lee Movies According to Rotten Tomatoes

From Iron Man to Spiderman, here are the top ten Stan Lee movies ranked according to Rotten Tomatoes.

Liputan6.com, Jakarta - Stan Lee was one of the most important figures in comic book history. He co-created some of the world's most iconic superheroes, including Spider-Man, Iron Man, Black Panther, Thor, and the X-Men. When fans talk about Stan Lee movies, they are referring to the films built around those very characters; stories that took his decades of imagination and brought them to life on the biggest screens in the world.

Not sure where to start with Stan Lee movies? Here are the 10 highest-rated titles on Rotten Tomatoes, ranked from number 10 to number one.

10. Spider-Man (2002) — 90%

Where to Watch: Netflix, Disney Plus, Hulu, fuboTV, YouTube TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Plex

Sam Raimi's Spider-Man is the film that made superhero cinema what it is today. Tobey Maguire plays Peter Parker, a shy teenager who gains extraordinary powers after being bitten by a genetically modified spider. When tragedy strikes close to home, Peter learns the true weight of his abilities. Grounded, heartfelt, and thrillingly told, this origin story remains one of the most important superhero films ever made.

9. X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014) — 90%

Where to Watch: Disney+, Fandango At Home, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store

The most ambitious entry in the X-Men series, Days of Future Past sends Wolverine, played by Hugh Jackman, back to the 1970s to prevent a war between humans and mutants. Directed by Bryan Singer, the film skillfully weaves together two timelines, with Patrick Stewart and James McAvoy delivering standout performances as the older and younger versions of Professor X. It is smart, emotional, and relentlessly gripping from start to finish.

8. Marvel's The Avengers (2012) — 91%

Where to Watch: Disney+, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home

Joss Whedon's The Avengers was a cinematic event unlike anything before it. For the first time, Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, and the Hulk shared the screen in a single film, uniting to stop the god Loki from conquering Earth. Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, and Chris Hemsworth bring enormous energy to their roles, and the result is a crowd-pleasing blockbuster that proved the shared superhero universe could truly work.

7. Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017) — 92%

Where to Watch: Disney+, fuboTV, YouTube TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Plex

Jon Watts reimagines Peter Parker as a wide-eyed 15-year-old still figuring out what it means to be a hero. Tom Holland is instantly likable in the role, bringing a youthful energy that sets this film apart from earlier Spider-Man entries. The story follows Peter as he takes on the Vulture, a grounded and compelling villain played by Michael Keaton, while navigating the ordinary pressures of high school life.

6. Spider-Man 2 (2004) — 93%

Where to Watch: Netflix, Disney Plus, Hulu, fuboTV, YouTube TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand, Plex 

Widely regarded as one of the finest superhero sequels ever made, Spider-Man 2 digs deeper into Peter Parker's internal struggle. Tobey Maguire is at his best as a young man torn between his personal life and his duty as a hero. Alfred Molina brings real humanity to Doctor Octopus, making him one of Marvel's most memorable villains. Sam Raimi directs with confidence, balancing action and emotion with remarkable precision.

5. Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021) — 93%

Where to Watch: Disney+, fuboTV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand, Plex

Spider-Man: No Way Home is a bold, emotionally charged film that redefines what a superhero movie can be. When Peter Parker's secret identity is revealed, a desperate attempt to fix things tears open the multiverse. Tom Holland delivers his strongest performance in the role, carrying the weight of a story that grows more ambitious with every scene. Directed by Jon Watts, it is a triumphant payoff for longtime Marvel fans.

4. Thor: Ragnarök (2017) — 93%

Where to Watch: Disney+, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store 

Thor: Ragnarök is a complete reinvention of the franchise, and a brilliant one at that. Director Taika Waititi swaps the series' darker tone for something vibrant, funny, and genuinely surprising. Chris Hemsworth proves he has real comedic talent as Thor finds himself stranded on an alien planet, forced into gladiatorial combat against the Hulk. With Cate Blanchett commanding the screen as the villain Hela, every scene crackles with energy.

3. Iron Man (2008) — 94%

Where to Watch: Disney+, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home 

The film that started it all. Directed by Jon Favreau, Iron Man follows Tony Stark, a brilliant but reckless weapons manufacturer who builds a suit of armor to escape captivity and returns home a changed man. Robert Downey Jr. owns the role completely, delivering a performance full of wit and depth that would anchor the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe for over a decade. Stan Lee co-created the character in 1963.

2. Avengers: Endgame (2019) — 94%

Where to Watch: Disney Plus, YouTube TV, TNT, TBS, tru TV, Amazon Video, Fandango At Home, Apple TV Store 

A fitting conclusion to over a decade of Marvel storytelling, Avengers: Endgame brings the Infinity Saga to an emotional close. After Thanos erases half of all life, the remaining Avengers embark on a desperate mission to undo the damage. Directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, the film balances a massive ensemble with genuine heart. Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans both deliver some of their finest work here.

1. Black Panther (2018) — 96%

Where to Watch: Disney+, YouTube TV

Black Panther stands apart from every other film on this list. Directed by Ryan Coogler, it follows T'Challa, the newly crowned king of Wakanda, as he faces Erik Killmonger, a challenger with a powerful claim to his throne. Chadwick Boseman is magnetic in the lead role, and Michael B. Jordan is equally compelling as the villain. Co-created by Stan Lee in 1966, this character deserved a film of exactly this scale.