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The Spectacular Spider-Man - Ep. 4 - Market Forces
 

The Spectacular Spider-Man episode 4

Market Forces

 
While Peter Parker resists taking on the responsibility of helping Aunt May pay the bills, Montana the Big Man's Enforcer - becomes the stunning Shocker to fulfill his responsibility: eliminating the Spectacular Spider-Man.
 
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The Spectacular Spider-Man / Ep. 4 : Market Forces
Episode 4 | Aired on March 22, 2008 | TV-Y7 | 25 min. | The CW
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  • The Spectacular Spider-Man - Episode 3 - Natural Selection
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  • The Spectacular Spider-Man - Episode 4 - Market Forces
    Episode 4
    Market Forces
  • The Spectacular Spider-Man - Episode 5 - Competition
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  • The Spectacular Spider-Man - Episode 6 - The Invisible Hand
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  • The Spectacular Spider-Man - Episode 7 - Catalysts
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  • The Spectacular Spider-Man - Episode 8 - Reaction
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  • The Spectacular Spider-Man - Episode 9 - The Uncertainty Principle
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  • The Spectacular Spider-Man - Episode 10 - Persona
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  • The Spectacular Spider-Man - Episode 11 - Group Therapy
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  • The Spectacular Spider-Man - Episode 12 - Intervention
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  • The Spectacular Spider-Man - Episode 13 - Nature vs. Nurture
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The Spectacular Spider-Man episode 4 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Spider-Man battles villains like Shocker while Peter Parker navigates high school life and financial struggles. Despite his superhero duties, Peter fails to help his friend Harry study, leading to a strained friendship. At the Daily Bugle, Peter is berated by Jameson but receives advice from Betty and Robbie. After a climactic showdown with Shocker, Peter returns home, balancing his dual life by contributing to household expenses and learning to take responsibility for his actions.

Full Episode S00E04 Recap

### Opening Scene: A Tense Start - **Location**: City streets - **Characters**: Unnamed transport worker, Hammerhead - Chaos erupts with car horns honking and tense atmosphere. - A transport worker contacts Tri Corp Dispatch but gets no response. - Hammerhead instructs the worker to don a suit instead of a hat, implying a task for Spider-Man. ### Spider-Man's Theme Song - Spider-Man's iconic theme song plays, highlighting his life of fighting crime and swinging through the city. ### Peter Parker's Morning - **Location**: Peter Parker's home - **Characters**: Peter Parker, Aunt May - Aunt May wakes Peter up and mentions breakfast and a visit from Mrs. Watson and her niece, Mary Jane. - Peter avoids meeting Mary Jane, using the excuse of helping his friend Harry with studies. ### Peter's Financial Struggles - **Location**: Peter's home and Harry Osborn's place - **Characters**: Peter Parker, Harry Osborn, Norman Osborn - Peter discovers overdue bills, highlighting financial difficulties. - At Harry's place, Peter checks emails and learns about Midtown High's fall formal. - Harry and Peter discuss potential dates for the dance. ### Peter's Encounter with Jameson at the Daily Bugle - **Location**: Daily Bugle office - **Characters**: Peter Parker, J. Jonah Jameson, Betty Brant - Peter visits the Daily Bugle to collect a paycheck for Spider-Man photos. - Jameson berates Peter for his previous visit and demands more Spider-Man photos. - Betty Brant helps Peter with his paycheck and offers advice on working with Jameson. ### Spider-Man's Fight with Villains - **Location**: Various city locations - **Characters**: Spider-Man, Shocker, Marco, O'Hirn - Spider-Man encounters and battles Shocker, Marco, and O'Hirn across the city. - The fight showcases Spider-Man's agility and wit against his adversaries. ### Peter's Failed Commitments and School Life - **Location**: Midtown High School, Daily Bugle office - **Characters**: Peter Parker, Harry Osborn, Gwen Stacy, Flash Thompson, Betty Brant, Joe "Robbie" Robertson, J. Jonah Jameson - Peter fails to meet his commitment to help Harry, straining their friendship. - At school, Peter faces ridicule from Flash Thompson and others. - Peter gets advice from Robbie at the Daily Bugle on improving his photography. - A new tremor in the city hints at Shocker's presence. ### Climactic Battle with Shocker - **Location**: Condemned building - **Characters**: Spider-Man, Shocker - Spider-Man tracks down Shocker for a final confrontation. - The intense battle ends with the building's collapse and Spider-Man's narrow escape. ### Resolution: Peter's Responsibility and Growth - **Location**: Osborn residence, Peter's home - **Characters**: Harry Osborn, Norman Osborn, Peter Parker, Aunt May - Harry receives stern advice from Norman about taking responsibility. - Peter returns home to a concerned Aunt May, discussing his responsibilities and finances. - The episode closes with Peter taking a step towards maturity, contributing to household expenses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who does Hammerhead instruct to put on a suit in the opening scene?

An unnamed transport worker.

What is Peter Parker's excuse for avoiding meeting Mary Jane?

He tells Aunt May that he promised to help Harry study.

What financial struggles does Peter Parker face in this episode?

He discovers overdue bills for gas, phone, and electric.

Who does Peter think about asking to the Midtown High's fall formal?

Mary Jane Watson and Gwen Stacy.

How does J. Jonah Jameson react when Peter visits the Daily Bugle?

He berates Peter for wasting his time and demands more Spider-Man photos.

What advice does Betty Brant give Peter at the Daily Bugle?

She tells him that Jameson is a decent man deep down.

Who are the villains Spider-Man fights in this episode?

Shocker, Marco, and O'Hirn.

What issue does Harry Osborn face with Peter Parker?

Peter failed to help Harry study, affecting their friendship.

What advice does Joe "Robbie" Robertson give Peter at the Daily Bugle?

He advises Peter to invest in a serious camera for better quality photos.

What causes the tremors in the city?

Shocker's actions create the tremors, not natural earthquakes.

Where does the final battle between Spider-Man and Shocker take place?

In a condemned building.

How does the episode depict Norman Osborn's parenting?

He advises Harry to take responsibility for his own failures and successes.

What contribution does Peter make towards his household at the end of the episode?

He offers to help pay the bills with the money he earned from the Daily Bugle.

Why does Peter smell like tomato juice at the end of the episode?

It's implied that he used tomato juice to get rid of a bad odor from his costume.

 
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