May 13, 2025: Nicolas Cage is officially stepping into the suit — this time in live-action — as Spider-Man Noir in Spider-Noir, Amazon Prime Video’s upcoming superhero noir series. The character, previously voiced by Cage in the Spider-Verse animated films, now comes to life in a gritty 1930s New York City setting.
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A teaser for the series was leaked online just hours after Amazon dropped the show’s first poster. Though quickly taken down due to copyright violations, the teaser spread rapidly on social media and YouTube, giving fans a glimpse of Cage’s dark, brooding version of the iconic Marvel hero.
The teaser opens with a shadowy Spider-Man surveying the chaotic city, accompanied by a grim voiceover: “Have you seen it? The city is a mess. The people could use a hero.” In striking black-and-white visuals, Spider-Man is seen battling thugs and lighting up his signature eye lenses in a haunting final shot. It closes with the title card: “Coming 2026.”
The series, developed by Oren Uziel and Steve Lightfoot, blends classic noir themes with superhero storytelling. Cage’s character is described as an aging private investigator who confronts his past while trying to protect a crumbling city. The show will premiere on MGM+ in the US and stream globally on Amazon Prime Video.
Fans have reacted positively to the teaser, drawing comparisons to Sin City for its stylized aesthetic and moody tone. Many hailed the series as a fresh and exciting departure from the typical Marvel formula.
With Spider-Noir set to launch in 2026, it promises to be a genre-bending treat for both comic book fans and noir lovers.