While Thomas Haden Church did not end up winning the Oscar for his performance in the independent film 'Sideways,' his nomination and good reviews earned him new opportunities. It was announced today that Church will play an as of yet to be named villain in 'Spider Man 3,' the latest sequel in the blockbuster series about the webslinging super hero.
The stars of the first two films will return as Tobey Maguire will reprise his role as Spiderman/Peter Parker and Kristen Dunst will return as love interest Mary Jane. Sam Rami, who directed the first two 'Spiderman' features will also be back in the director's chair.
