He wears the mask, but the punchlines are gone. Is Nicolas Cage about to give us the most dangerous Spider-Man yet?
Nicolas Cage steps into Ben Reilly, the private investigator New Yorkers call The Spider, in a first trailer steeped in 1930s shadows. Spun out of Into the Spider-Verse, the series leans hard into noir, teasing a lone hero pulled back into the mask by a case he cannot ignore. With Steve Lightfoot and Oren Uziel steering, Harry Bradbeer directing, and a cast that includes Lamorne Morris, Li Jun Li, Karen Rodriguez, Jack Huston and Brendan Gleeson, the mood is set. It lands on MGM+ May 25, 2026, then on Prime Video May 27, in both black-and-white and color.
The return of Spider-Man: a noir twist
The 1930s are making a stylish comeback with the unveiling of the trailer for Spider-Noir, an exciting spin-off from the acclaimed Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse universe. Nicolas Cage steps into the spotlight as Ben Reilly, aka “The Spider,” a private investigator turned reluctant superhero. This series promises intrigue, trench coats, and mysteries steeped in a noir aesthetic, leaving fans eager for its arrival on MGM+ and Prime Video.
A city cloaked in shadows
Set to premiere in spring 2026, the series is helmed by co-showrunners Steve Lightfoot and Oren Uziel. It dives deep into an alternate 1930s New York City, where personal tragedy looms large over Ben Reilly. By day, he investigates the city’s darkest corners as a lone private investigator. By night, he transforms into the city’s only superhero, grappling with his haunted past while seeking justice. A concept firmly rooted in classic noir.
What the trailer reveals
The trailer offers a tantalizing glimpse of this noir-inspired world. Nicolas Cage commands attention as “The Spider,” navigating the fog-drenched streets of a gritty New York. His raspy voice matches the brooding tone, while the visuals oscillate between stark black-and-white and muted colors, a homage to the classic noir films. Joining Cage are Lamorne Morris, Li Jun Li, Karen Rodriguez, Jack Huston, and Brendan Gleeson, whose performances promise to create a layered narrative filled with complex characters and shadowy motives.
The hero behind “The Spider”
Ben Reilly isn’t your typical superhero. Known for his intellect and sharp wit, he abandoned his superhero identity after a tragic loss and now works cases as a private detective. When an extraordinary mystery threatens the city, Ben is reluctantly drawn back to his heroic roots. This makes for a compelling journey: a man torn between wanting a quiet life and realizing the city still needs its Spider. Cage’s portrayal of this internal conflict is sure to add depth to this moody story.
Mark your calendars for a multi-faceted release
Directed by Harry Bradbeer, who also serves as an executive producer, Spider-Noir promises both gripping storytelling and meticulous production. The series, which can be viewed in both black-and-white and color, premieres exclusively on MGM+ on May 25, 2026, with a global release on Prime Video two days later. The creative team, including heavyweights like Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, and Amy Pascal, adds even more credibility to the show’s potential to captivate audiences worldwide.
With its bold noir-inspired direction and the ever-charismatic Nicolas Cage starring as Ben Reilly, Spider-Noir is shaping up to be a unique entry into the Spider-Man franchise. Dark alleyways, unsolved mysteries, and reluctant heroism await.