Recently released images offer a first glimpse into Spider-Noir, a Marvel series starring Nicolas Cage in his first lead television role. Set to premiere this spring, the show will be presented in both black-and-white and color on Prime Video.
The storyline centers on Ben Reilly, portrayed by Cage, who is a private investigator in 1930s New York facing personal tragedy while serving as the city‘s only superhero. This noir-inspired drama explores his struggle to reconcile his past amid crime and corruption in the city.
Details on Cast and Production Team
Alongside Cage, the cast includes Irish actor Brendan Gleeson, Abraham Popoola, and Jack Huston. Multiple guest stars will appear during the series. The production is a collaboration between Sony Pictures Television, MGM+, and Prime Video, with Harry Bradbeer directing the first two episodes and serving as an executive producer.
Development credits go to Oren Uziel and Steve Lightfoot, who worked alongside Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, and Amy Pascal — the creative minds behind the acclaimed film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Nicolas Cage also holds an executive producer role for the series.
Release Plans and Global Availability
Spider-Noir will debut initially on MGM+ in the United States before becoming available worldwide on Prime Video, reaching over 240 countries. The series aims to blend classic noir aesthetics with superhero storytelling, offering a fresh take on the Marvel universe.
