History Heartwarming / TheSpectacularSpiderman

* A minor one in the first episode, but when Peter asks Sally Avril out, unaware she's dating Rand, Rand immediately says "It's cool" when Peter apologizes, clearly secure in his relationship (while Flash postures about what he'd do if Peter had asked out Liz).

* During the cold open of "Reaction", Peter webs a pair of civilians (a pretty girl and a more nerdy-looking guy) to a lamp post to pull them away from a robber's runaway car, calling back "You can thank me later, dude" as he leaves the two webbed together. The two are stuck hanging by their arms facing each other, [[MeetCute and blush and smile awkwardly at the unlikely circumstances]]. The same two extras are seen much later in the series (specifically the ValentinesDayEpisode), the guy even proposes to her and she immediately says yes, embracing him happily (and even Mary Jane, who was showing cynicism to the romantic aspect of Valentine's Day, admits its "a little romantic.")
* Uncle Ben, helping Peter defeat the Symbiote Suit in his mind, allowing him to rip it off in reality.

** "No one's denying the great work we've done. But how were we repaid? We have no, money, no girl, ''no real friends...'' none that is, save us." "''I beg to differ.''"
** After finally overcoming the Symbiote, Peter takes off his mask and looks up, to see [[SkyFace Ben smiling at him from above.]]
-->'''Peter''': Thanks, Uncle Ben.
-->'''Ben''': Anytime, kiddo. [[AlwayswithYou I'm always here.]]

** Also during that episode Peter pretends to surrender to the Symbiote, but when it tries to merge with him again it comes face to face with Peter ''and'' a manifestation of all the important people in his life as a defence against it -- with Gwen and Aunt May being the closest to Peter. The Symbiote didn't stand a chance.

* The end of the second season's ChristmasEpisode, in which Peter gives Aunt May a framed photo of him, her and Uncle Ben.
--> '''Peter''': I just figured...it's our first Christmas without him. I wanted to find a way to...
--> '''May''': He's here, Peter. [[CallBack He's always here.]]

* In "Identity Crisis", after Spider-Man force feeds Venom the gene cleanser that causes the Symbiote to peel away from Eddie and ooze down a drain into the sewer, he tries to comfort his former friend by telling him he's free of it and can let go of his hatred. Considering everything Eddie has said and done to him upon becoming Venom, it's touching to see Peter still try to reach out to him.
* In "Subtext", when Peter arrives on the scene at the end of the episode when Mark Allan is being taken away by the police, Liz accosts him by shouting: "Perfect! Take all the pictures you want!" His response? "That's not why I'm here." Then he hugs her and she breaks down in his arms. It seems Pete's learned his lesson about being considerate of others in those situations.

-->'''Peter''': Can't... budge... it... so cold... muscles stiff... no... This is it. I fought the good fight... did my best... foiled Doc's plan. No one can ask any more of me... (sees Gwen lying unconscious nearby) What am I doing? I can't give up, not with Gwen depending on me! (lifts the pile of debris off of him)
** It might lean also into tearjerker territory because this implies if it wasn't for Gwen he'd just let himself die. No one else to see him or miss him and not even a giant fight to go out on. The Webslinger might have silently died due to the ceiling caving in on him.

-->'''Sha Shan''': Flash, stop. You don't have to be afraid to open your mouth around me. I like you for who you are: an honest guy who stands up for what's right.
-->'''Flash''': (smiles) Then dance with me, because honestly, I can't think of anything I'd rather do.

** It's entirely possible that [[spoiler:Norman already knew the lines, being a well-read man and all. That said, the lines Norman was reading coincided with the role that Harry had in the play, so take that as you will.]]

* During a cold open early in the series, Peter webs a pair of civilians (a pretty girl and a more nerdy-looking guy) to a lamp post to pull them away from a robber's runaway car, calling back "You can thank me later, dude" as he leaves the two webbed together. The two are stuck hanging by their arms facing each other, [[MeetCute and blush and smile awkwardly at the unlikely circumstances]]. The same two extras are seen much later in the series (specifically the ValentinesDayEpisode), the guy even proposes to her and she immediately says yes, embracing him happily (and even Mary Jane, who was showing cynicism to the romantic aspect of Valentine's Day, admits its "a little romantic.")

--> '''May''': He's here, Peter. He's always here.

* Sandman of all people gets ''two'' in "First Steps". The first time is when he helps an adorable little girl create an elaborate sandcastle to stop her from being mocked by two {{Jerkass}} teens. And then there's his HeroicSacrifice at the end-the fact that he seems to be OK afterwards doesn't change a thing.

* Also during the last two minutes of the season 1 finale, when Gwen kisses Peter and we hear Eddie's voiceover, "We know who you love the most."

* A minor one in the first episode, but when Peter asks Sally Avril out, unaware she's dating Rand, Rand immediately says "It's cool."when Peter apologizes, clearly secure in his relationship(while Flash postures about what he'd do if Peter had asked out Liz).

** Really, anything with Jonah and John Jameson, especially in "Catalysts". Jonah happily embraces his son when he enters the office with the biggest smile on his face, introducing him to all his coworkers excitedly before the pair go on a night on the town before John heads into space. When the pair are at Lincoln's party, John mentions that he was hoping for burgers and a night with his dad, Jonah immediately suggests they leave the place to hit a restaurant(before the two end up in the Green Goblins hostage situation). When John overpowers two of Goblins thugs and gets zapped by the Goblin, Jonah holds him and checks on him, making sure his son is alright before calling the Bugle to send Peter.And when the pair flee the building and John realizes where Goblin's hidden one of his bombs, Jonah follows John back up the stairs when he goes to warn Spider-Man without a second thought, despite being exhausted. And while initially excited to name John as the hero of the day, when John mentions they'll scrub the launch, Jameson immediately switches tactics and(grudgingly)tells the Bugle to credit the save to Spider-Man so as not to deprive his son of the mission.
* In"Group Therapy". While Spider-Man and the Sinister Six battle, Aunt May(who is on the scene)has a heart attack. Jonah and the Bugle initially are very excited to hear about the fight, but when the Bugle learn that Peter's aunt was involved, Betty and Robbie both show worry and Jonah immediately becomes subdued and says that he'll call Peter and break the news to him gently, showing a side not seen before. (Of course, Peter thinks Jonah is calling to berate him for not getting photo's, and so ignores it, and thus is left unaware of his aunts fate for the rest of the episode).
* During a cold open early in the series, Peter webs a pair of civilians (a pretty girl and a more nerdy-looking guy) to a lamp post to pull them away from a robber's runaway car, calling back "You can thank me later, dude" as he leaves the two webbed together. The two are stuck hanging by their arms facing each other, [[MeetCute and blush and smile awkwardly at the unlikely circumstances.]] The same two extras are seen much later in the series (specifically the ValentinesDayEpisode), the guy even proposes to her and she immediately says yes, embracing him happily(and even Mary Jane, who was showing cynicism to the romantic aspect of Valentine's Day, admits its "a little romantic.")

* Sandman of all people gets ''two'' in "First Steps". The first time is when he helps an adorable little girl create an elaborate sandcastle to stop her from being mocked by two JerkAss teens. And then there's his HeroicSacrifice at the end-the fact that he seems to be OK afterwards doesn't change a thing.

* "Probable Cause"gives AlphaBitch Sally Avril one with Peter. When Peter goes off to fight Shocker and the upgraded Enforcers, his camera is left behind and during the fight, the car he left it on blows up. Sally, thinking Peter is dead, shows shock and dismay, wondering what she will tell Liz. When Peter returns, playing it off, she hugs him and tells him that while she doesn't like him, she doesn't want him dead. Turns into funny moment after with her immediately demanding he never tell anyone about the hug.

* "Probable Cause"gives AlphaBitch Sally Avril one with Peter. When Peter goes off to fight Shocker and the upgraded Enforcers, his camera is left behind and during the fight, the car he left it on blows up. Sally, thinking Peter is dead, shows shock and dismay, wondering what she will tell Liz. When Peter returns, playing it off, she hugs him and tells him that while she doesn't like him, she doesn't want him dead. Turns into a MomentofFunny after with her immediately demanding he never tell anyone about the hug.