×15Comedy Instagram video that did 15× its author's usual
POV: You’re friends with Spider-Man 😂 {Part 3} #SpiderManBrandNewDay @sonypicturesuk
@jeremylynchofficial · 6.9M followers
This creator normally gets 1.3M views. This one got 19M. That gap — not the raw number — is what makes the format worth copying.
A man introduces his friend to another friend, who is secretly Spider-Man. The friend accidentally reveals Spider-Man's identity by pointing and saying his name, leading to a comedic reaction from Spider-Man.
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Why it worked
The video works due to its relatable 'forgetting a simple rule' premise combined with a popular cultural reference (Spider-Man). The comedic timing and the 'oh no' reaction of the friend who revealed the secret create an engaging and humorous scenario that resonates with viewers.
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