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As the Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to expand, adapting bigger and bolder storylines to live-action, Sony too is moving ahead with itsSpider-Man Universe. Having access to some 900 or so characters related to the fan-favorite web-slinger, the studio is now moving to the small screen to bring yet another story to live-action.
Starring Nicolas Cage, the studio has been developing the seriesSpider-Noirfor quite some time now, and the first looks of the series were recently leaked. Reprising his role from the Oscar-winningSpider-Man: Into the Spider-verse, this time in live-action, fans are excited and waiting eagerly for the series.
Despite Sony’s track record of Marvel flicks (other than theSpider-Versemovies) being, bluntly stating, terrible, the prospect of seeing Cage as the live version of his character does seem alluring. So, without further ado, here is all we know about the latest and upcoming series.
Nicolas Cage’sSpider-Noir: What is it About?
First announced in 2023,Spider-Noiris Sony’s first-ever series set in itsSpider-Man Universe. StarringNicolas Cageas thetitular character of Spider-Man Noir, it will be the first time he will be portraying the character in live-action after previously voicing it in Sony’sSpider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
While the series will also mark Spider-Man Noir’s live-action debut, he will be featured as more of a run-down hero struggling with life. As per the series synopsis, it tells the story ofan older, grizzled superhero in 1930s New York City(viaVariety). Set in its own universe, with the main character not being Peter Parker, this version of Noir is adown-on-his-luck private investigator… who is forced to grapple with his past life as the city’s one and only superhero(viaDeadline).
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Containing a total of 8 episodes, the series will air domestically on MGM+’s linear channel before moving on to globally release on Amazon Prime Video. Meanwhile, in the comic, Spider-Man Noir is Peter Parker from the Noir universe Earth-90214 and emerged in New York during the Great Depression. A more brutal and lethal superhero compared to his other ‘iterations’, Noir debuted in 2009 in Marvel Comics.
Spider-Noir: A Look at the Cast and Crew
A collaboration between MGM+ and Amazon Prime Video, the live-action series stars Oscar-winning actor Nicolas Cage as our run-down, older version of Spider-Noir. Developed by Oren Uziel and Steve Lightfoot along withSpider-Verse‘s award-winning duo ofPhil Lordand Christopher Miller, it will also be co-produced by them and Amy Pascal.
Harry Bradbeer, who is known for his work inFleabag and Killing Evewill direct as well as executive produceSpider-Noir’sfirst two episodes. Announcing the casting of Cage back in May, Amazon MGM Studios head of television, Vernon Sanders had remarked,
The extremely talented Nicolas Cage is an ideal choice for our new superhero and the accomplished producing team with Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, Amy Pascal, and the incredible team at Sony is dedicated to expanding this franchise in the most authentic way.
Remarking that no one would bringsuch pathos, pain, and heart to this singular character, President Sony Pictures Television Studios Katherine Pope followed suit in assuring the upcoming series is a promising prospect (via Deadline).
As for the other cast members, the series has already roped in several promising and brilliant actors along with Cage as the lead. Previously it had announced that actor Lamorne Morris would star as a journalist Robbie Robertson, Brendan Gleeson as a New York mob boss, Li Jun Li as a nightclub singer, Abraham Popoola as a WWI veteran, and Jack Huston as a bodyguard.
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Later on, Karen Rodriguez, Lukas Haas, Cameron Britton, Cary Christopher, Michael Kostroff, Whitney Rice, Scott MacArthur, Joe Massingill, and Amanda Schull were cast in recurring but yet-to-be-revealed roles (viaVariety).
Spider-Noiris Part of Sony’sSpider-Man Universe
Sonyhas long worked on advancing itsSpider-Man Universeuniverse, utilizing the more than 900 characters available to it through its deal with Marvel Studios. After launching characters like Venom, Madame Web, and more, the studio has been working to figure out which characters can be starsof their own series (viaVariety).
After much deliberation and ideas, Sony is finally ready with its latest project set in the larger Marvel-verse,Spider-Noir. A series based on the famous comic book character Spider-Man Noir, it will be the first time that the character will be brought to live action after previously being spotted in theSpider-versemovies.
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The first television series in what is expected to be an expansive media franchise bringing several Marvel characters to the screen, it is procured by Sony Pictures Television, Amazon MGM Studios as well as Lord Miller and Pascal Pictures.
What has Nicolas Cage Said About Playing Spider-Noir?
The last few years for Nicolas Cage have been impeccable and to top it off he will be now portraying the Marvel superhero Spider-Man Noir. A black-clad, gangster-like vigilante who is not afraid to use violence, he will be seen in 1930s New York City, possibly going against corrupt officials and mobsters in Sony’sSpider-Noir.
While the actor has yet to give his remarks on how it has been portraying the character since the filming has already begun, he did offer some very promising remarks when he was still in talks to get hired for the job. Back in March, when asked about Spider-Noir byCollider, Cage stated,
Well, I can say that we have been talking. It’s no secret that I love the character. I think the character provides another mash up of sorts. I can combine my favorite golden age performances, i.e. Robinson, Cagney, Bogart, with a character that is, I guess, widely considered [to be] Stan Lee’s masterpiece. I see it as a kind of foray into a pop art mash up of, sort of, a [Jungian] Lichtenstein, mash up by way of Bogart and Cagney…
Thus, a huge fan of the character already, theGhost Riderstar is the perfect choice to portray the former private investigator. In another interview, withThe New Yorker, Cage remarked that while he doesn’t like violence, he likes thatSpider-Noiris fantasy and has ‘monsters involved.’ Given his penchant for playing dark and eccentric characters, there is no doubt he will excel as Noir as well.
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As the actor continues filming, which is expected to last till February of next year, the first look of the series was recently leaked. As far as looks go, the character looks straight out of a comic book, which is not only promising but exhilarating as well for comic book fans (viaTMZ).
Although it was just Cage’s stunt double who was spotted filming, it is safe to say that the look alone has made fans hopeful. Expected to be released next year or the year after next, we can hardly wait to see what Sony has been cooking!
Maria Sultan
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Maria Sultan is a dedicated News Content Writer at FandomWire. With over five years of professional experience and hundreds of published articles, she brings a wealth of expertise to her coverage of Marvel, K-dramas, and the latest on streaming platforms.Her work is not just about reporting news; it’s about providing insightful perspectives on the entertainment trends that matter most.
