Spider-Noir (2026): Release Date, Time, Cast, Plot and Everything We Know

While the next traditional installment in Tom Holland‘s Spider-Man franchise is already shaping up to be one of the biggest of the year, fans of the webhead will also have access to a more gritty and jaded variant of the character in the upcoming Spider-Noir series. Set to be headlined by Nicolas Cage, who also voiced the character in Sony’s Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, the show is slated to premiere later this month.

Furthermore, fans will be able to experience the show in two formats, including the Authentic Black & White experience, which pays homage to classic noir movies, and the True-Hue Full Color version, depending on their preference. With the show gradually approaching its premiere, here’s everything to know about the show.

Name	Spider-Noir
Showrunner	Oren Uziel and Steve Lightfoot
Rotten Tomatoes | Popcornmeter (as of May 23, 2026)	90% | –
Metacritic (as of May 23, 2026)	72%
Executive Producers	Oren Uziel, Steve Lightfoot, Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, Amy Pascal, Aditya Sood, Dan Shear, Harry Bradbeer, Pavlina Hatoupis, Nicolas Cage
Streamer	Amazon Prime Video

When and Where is Spider-Noir Releasing?

Ahead of its global premiere on Amazon Prime Video, fans will be able to catch the show in its entirety on May 25 through MGM+, which will be followed by its arrival on Prime Video on Wednesday, May 27.

Additionally, all eight episodes will be released consecutively on the MGM cable channel on Monday, May 25, and each episode will air 45 minutes apart after starting at 2:30 PM ET or 11:30 AM PT.

Here’s a guide to the global premiere timings for Spider-Noir on May 27:

Region	Local Release Time (Amazon Prime Video)
US – (PT)	12:00 AM
US – (MT)	1:00 AM
US – (CT)	2:00 AM
US – (ET)	3:00 AM
Australia – Perth (AWST)	12:30 PM
Australia – Sydney (AEST)	8:00 AM
Philippines (PHT)	11:00 AM
Singapore (SGT)	4:00 PM
Japan (JST)	3:00 PM
Middle East (GST/UAE)	3:00 PM
UK (BST)	5:00 PM
India (IST)	3:00 PM

What is Spider-Noir About?

Instead of focusing on an alternate version of Peter, the story will follow Ben Reilly, a down-on-his-luck private investigator, struggling with his past demons. Set against the backdrop of a stylized 1930s New York, Reilly will be forced to confront his past after being pulled back into the realm of corruption, mobsters, and his very own rogues’ gallery.

Cage’s version of the webhead has been described as far more jaded compared to the traditional variants of the character, and Christopher Miller, who serves as one of the producers on the show, highlighted this distinction, adding (via Esquire):

This character’s very different from the Peter Parker from the movies. He’s older and jaded, and not afraid to punch a guy in the face drunkenly. He already had his Chinatown disillusionment moment that happened years and years ago.

Given how oversaturated the industry is with Spider-Man media, the Cage-led show is undoubtedly a breath of fresh air in the current climate.

Spider-Noir Cast: Who is Starring Opposite Nicolas Cage?

In addition to Cage, Li Jun Li will play this universe’s femme fattale, Black Cat, aka Cat Hardy, while Lamorne Morris will play Robbie Robertson, the journalist friend of Ben. As for his rogues’ gallery, Brendan Gleeson will star as Crime Lord Silvermane, while Jack Huston will play Flint Marko/Sandman, and Abraham Popoola will portray Tombstone.

Here’s an overview of the cast:

• Nicolas Cage as Ben Reilly
• Lamorne Morris as Robbie Robertson
• Li Jun Li as Cat Hardy
• Karen Rodriguez as Janet
• Abraham Popoola as Tombstone
• Jack Huston as Sandman
• Brendan Gleeson as Silvermane
• Andrew Lewis Caldwell as Dirk Leydon
• Richard Robichaux as Walters
• Randy Oglesby as Chief McNamara
• Garrett Bales as Tim

Is There a Trailer for Spider-Noir?

There are multiple trailers for the show, including a final trailer, which depicts a nihilistic Ben, who is even hesitant to admit he’s a hero despite being New York’s only superhero.

The first teaser offers a glimpse into stylized 1930s New York, which will serve as the backdrop for the series, and a proper look into Cage’s burnout Detective and the hints to his past as The Spider. Although the action is minimal, it does a great job at capturing the tone for the series.

Below is the teaser for the show (Authentic Black & White):

The main trailer is more plot-heavy, which offers an overview of the ensemble, including Brendan Gleeson’s crime boss, Li Jun Li’s Cat Hardy, and further insight into Ben’s detective prowess, powers, and action.

Below is the main trailer for the show (Authentic Black & White):

The final trailer further leans into the jaded nature of Nicolas Cage’s Ben as he faces off against his own noir-inspired versions of classic Spider-Man foes like Megawatt and other superpowered goons and ruthless mobsters.

Below is the final trailer for the show (Authentic Black & White):

All the trailers are available to watch in both Authentic Black & White and True Hue Color versions.

Is Spider-Noir Connected to Sony’s Spider-Verse Movies?

Even though many felt the show might be a continuation of the character from Into the Spider-Verse, especially with Cage seemingly returning for Beyond the Spider-Verse, showrunner Oren Uziel confirmed that it bears no connection to them. Elaborating on it, Uziel noted that it’ll be a different flavor of the character that fans witnessed in the acclaimed animated movie, adding (via Collider):

Same character, different universe. It’s a different flavor of that character, though it’s still Nic’s voice. It’s not a continuation of Into the Spider-Verse. Once Phil and Chris introduced the idea of the multiverse, I think you’re allowed to take things and make them your own.

It’ll be interesting to see if the show expands beyond season 1, especially with the show premiering to stellar reviews ahead of its premiere. But for now, brace yourself for a hard-boiled noir detective drama through the lens of New York’s greatest superhero.

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Spider-Noir globally premieres on May 27 on Amazon Prime Video.