For whatever reason, the original Goblin mask was shuttered in favor of the helmet, leading to undoubtedly one of the first big changes Spider-Man comic fans would see as the tales of the webslinger were adapted for the big screen besides the organic web shooters. Naturally, the field of makeup effects and computer generated effects has grown exponentially in the 15 years since Raimi tested out ADI's original design. Even so, the Amazing Spider-Man reboot still opted to take a new design on the Green Goblin.
It's possible the MCU will lean more towards the comics if they ever introduce the Spider-Man villain, but it appears there's no intention to do so for some time - if ever. For now it seems like Spider-Man: Homecoming director Jon Watts will be in the first in line to help make that call, given the film's massive, $227 million global box office opening over the weekend.
