The Spider-Verse Explodes On TV: 5 Essential New Spider-Man Shows And Updates You Can't Miss

The Spider-Man universe is currently experiencing one of its most expansive eras on television, with a slate of new series set to redefine the web-slinger's presence across streaming platforms. As of December 2025, fans are buzzing about a massive shift from animated adventures to a gritty, live-action noir thriller, alongside a return to the animated origins of Peter Parker. This is not just a trickle of content; it's a full-blown flood, confirming Spider-Man's status as a foundational pillar of the modern superhero landscape. The biggest headlines are dominated by two projects: a groundbreaking live-action series coming to Amazon Prime Video and a highly-anticipated animated show debuting on Disney+. These new ventures, along with updates on existing fan-favorites, ensure that the friendly neighborhood hero will be a constant presence on your screen for years to come, offering diverse takes on the Spider-Man mythos from the multiverse to the classic origin story.

A New Era of Live-Action: The Gritty World of Spider-Noir (2026)

The most anticipated and unique entry into the Spider-Man television canon is the live-action series *Spider-Noir*, which is slated for release on Amazon Prime Video in early 2026. This series marks a significant departure from the typically bright, MCU-adjacent depictions of the hero, plunging the audience into a dark, atmospheric, 1930s New York City.

Nicolas Cage Takes the Lead as Ben Reilly

The series has generated massive buzz due to its star: Academy Award-winner Nicolas Cage will reprise his role as the titular hero, a character he originally voiced in the animated film *Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse*. However, the live-action version of the character is named Ben Reilly, a significant change from the comic book's Peter Parker, and is described as an aging, down-on-his-luck private investigator. This shift immediately sets the tone for a mature, hard-boiled detective story, blending the superhero genre with the classic film noir aesthetic. The plot will follow this older, world-weary Ben Reilly as he grapples with the harsh realities of the Great Depression-era metropolis. The character, who is not yet Spider-Man at the start of the series, is forced to confront his past and the moral ambiguities of his city, promising a complex and compelling narrative.

The Star-Studded Supporting Cast and Creative Team

The creative team and supporting cast for *Spider-Noir* are equally impressive, cementing the show's status as a prestige television event. The series is being developed by Oren Uziel, known for *The Lost City*, and is executive produced by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, the creative minds behind the *Spider-Verse* films. Key cast members who will bring the 1930s New York setting to life include:

• Brendan Gleeson: Playing a powerful New York mob boss.
• Lamorne Morris: Cast as Robbie Robertson, a character traditionally known as a Daily Bugle editor, suggesting a journalistic or information-gathering role in the noir setting.
• Li Jun Li: Her role is undisclosed but adds another layer of talent to the ensemble.
• Jack Huston and Karen Rodriguez: Also joining the stacked cast, ensuring a deep bench of compelling characters.

This project, a collaboration between Sony and Amazon, demonstrates a bold commitment to exploring the darker corners of the Spider-Verse Multiverse in a high-budget, live-action format.

Swinging Back to Basics: Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man (2025)

While *Spider-Noir* is looking to the past, Marvel Animation is setting its sights on the future with the new animated series *Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man*, which is set to premiere on Disney+ on January 29, 2025. Originally titled *Spider-Man: Freshman Year*, the show is a vibrant, action-packed return to the core origin story of Peter Parker.

Peter Parker's Freshman Year and Unexpected Mentors

The series focuses on a teenage Peter Parker, voiced by Hudson Thames, as he begins his journey as a high school freshman at Rockford T. Bales High School and simultaneously gets the hang of fighting crime in Queens, New York City. The show is explicitly set in an alternate timeline, separate from the main Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) continuity, allowing the creative team to explore a fresh take on the character's early days. A key and intriguing detail of the plot is Peter's unexpected mentor: Norman Osborn. This dynamic sets up a fascinating conflict, as Osborn is traditionally the villainous Green Goblin. The show will explore this complex relationship, which is a major deviation from previous Spider-Man narratives and is designed to keep even the most seasoned fan guessing about the direction of Peter’s moral compass and his future adversaries.

Commitment to the Animated Multiverse

Marvel Animation is showing strong confidence in the series, having already announced that the second season will premiere in Fall 2026. The voice cast also includes veteran voice actress Kari Wahlgren as May Parker, Eberhardt, and Roxanna Volkov, highlighting the show's focus on developing a strong supporting cast around the central hero. This commitment to multiple seasons ensures that *Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man* will be a long-running, foundational animated series for the next generation of fans.

The Current Landscape: Animated Hits and Chapters Closing

Beyond the two major upcoming releases, the current television landscape for Spider-Man remains active, with a mix of ongoing successes and the close of an important chapter.

The Ongoing Success of Spidey and his Amazing Friends

The youngest audience continues to enjoy the adventures of Peter Parker, Miles Morales, and Ghost-Spider (Gwen Stacy) in the popular Disney Junior series, *Spidey and his Amazing Friends*. The show remains a massive success, with new episodes of Season 4 continuing to drop in late 2025. This series is vital for introducing the core concepts of the Spider-Verse and teamwork to preschool-age children, ensuring the character’s legacy endures across all demographics. The show also features other classic Marvel characters, including Iron Man, in new designs.

The End of an Ultimate Era

For fans keeping up with the broader Spider-Man media, December 2025 marks a moment of transition. The highly-regarded *Ultimate Spider-Man* comic book series, written by Jonathan Hickman, is officially coming to a close with its final issue. While this is a comic and not a TV show, the news has resonated deeply with the TV fanbase, as the *Ultimate Spider-Man* title was also the basis for a long-running animated series on Disney XD. The conclusion of this comic book run symbolizes the end of a modern era for the character, clearing the slate for the new TV projects to define the next decade.

Topical Authority: The Expanding Spider-Man Entity List

The sheer volume of content confirms Spider-Man’s status as a powerhouse intellectual property. The new shows draw on decades of comic book history and previous television adaptations. * Streaming Platforms: Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, Disney XD. * Key Characters/Entities: Peter Parker, Miles Morales, Gwen Stacy (Ghost-Spider), Ben Reilly (Spider-Noir), Norman Osborn, May Parker, Robbie Robertson. * Villains/Adversaries: Green Goblin, New York Mob Bosses, Roxanna Volkov. * Creative Teams: Nicolas Cage, Hudson Thames, Kari Wahlgren, Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, Oren Uziel, Jonathan Hickman. * Previous TV Shows: *Spider-Man: The Animated Series* (1994), *Ultimate Spider-Man* (2012), *Spidey and his Amazing Friends* (2021). * Concepts: Multiverse, Spider-Verse, Live-Action, Animation, Film Noir, Origin Story, Great Depression. The simultaneous launch of a dark, live-action noir thriller and a vibrant, back-to-basics animated series proves that the future of Spider-Man on TV is not a single path, but a sprawling, multi-genre multiverse. Whether you prefer the gritty detective work of the 1930s or the youthful struggles of a modern high school freshman, the web-slinger has a new series waiting for you in 2025 and 2026.