CineMas Cool: Andrew Garfield Is The New Peter Parker

By Sharmaine Jones

Andrew Garfield has hit the lottery! Not in the literal sense, but being cast as Peter Parker in the new "Spider Man" movie kinda ranks up there.

Think Garfield can handle it? According to People, director Mark Webb is confident he can: "Though his name may be new to many, those who know this young actor's work understand his extraordinary talents. He has a rare combination of intelligence, wit and humanity. Mark my words, you will love Andrew Garfield as Peter Parker."

The 26 year old cutie, raised in the UK but born in California, has the look but has huge shoes to fill. Garfield spun his way into the new Spider-Man franchise to replace Tobey McGuire, who decided not to return as Parker earlier this year but still hopes for the best.

McGuire said, "I am so proud of what we accomplished with the Spider-Man franchise. I am excited to see the next chapter unfold in this incredible story."

The "Spider-Man" reboot will focus on the formative years of Peter Parker, as he grapples with his new found superpowers, and of course, everyday teenage problems.

Garfield's most recent work include 2009's “The Imaginarium of Dr Parnassus,” alongside the late Heath Ledger. According to MTV Movies Blog, the next installment is still untitled and is set to release in 3D on July 3, 2012.

Do you think Garfield is a right fit to play Peter Parker? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3!

Tags Andrew Garfield, casting, CineMas Cool, Spiderman, Tobey McGuire