What’s New
Amazon MGM Studios and Sony Pictures Television released the first trailer for Spider-Noir on February 12, 2026. The series will premiere on MGM+ on May 25, 2026, followed by a global release on Prime Video on May 27, 2026.
Nicolas Cage stars as Ben Reilly, an aging private investigator in 1930s New York, rather than Peter Parker. The studio confirmed the series will be available in two formats: "Authentic Black & White" and "True-Hue Full Color."
Key casting reveals include:
- Nicolas Cage as Ben Reilly (The Spider).
- Brendan Gleeson as the mob boss Silvermane.
- Li Jun Li as Cat Hardy (a variation of Black Cat).
- Lamorne Morris as journalist Robbie Robertson.
- Jack Huston as Flint Marko (Sandman).
Why it matters
This is the first live-action television series produced under the Sony-Amazon partnership for Marvel characters. It marks Nicolas Cage’s first leading role in a television series.
The choice to focus on Ben Reilly—a character traditionally associated with the 1990s "Clone Saga"—breaks from the standard Peter Parker narrative. By offering simultaneous black-and-white and color versions, the production tests whether stylistic choices can drive streaming engagement for superhero media.
Background
Spider-Noir is based on the Marvel Noir comic book line, which reimagines superheroes in a Great Depression-era setting. Nicolas Cage previously voiced the character "Spider-Man Noir" in the animated film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018).
The series is showrun by Oren Uziel and Steve Lightfoot. It is produced by the team behind the Spider-Verse films, including Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, and Amy Pascal.
Key Definitions:
- Spider-Man Noir: An alternate universe version of the hero who fights corruption in 1933. He often uses lethal force and firearms, unlike the mainline Spider-Man.
- Ben Reilly: In mainstream comics, he is a clone of Peter Parker. In this series, he is the primary protagonist and a "down-on-his-luck" detective.
What we don’t know
The show's connection to the broader Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) or Sony’s other live-action films (like Venom or Kraven) remains unclear. While the trailer displays villains like Sandman and Silvermane, the specific plot mechanics—such as the origin of Reilly's powers in this grounded setting—are unconfirmed.
It is also unknown if other "Spider-People" from the animated Spider-Verse films will make live-action cameos.
What’s next
The series premieres globally on May 27, 2026. Critics expect early reviews to drop mid-May.
Sony Pictures Animation has also confirmed active development on spinoff films Spider-Punk and Spider-Gwen, though release dates for those projects remain unannounced. Viewers can track updates via the Prime Video and MGM+ press sites.
Last updated: Feb 14, 2026
