Prime Video has officially launched the teaser trailer and announced the premiere date for its highly anticipated new series, Spider-Noir, featuring Nicolas Cage in his inaugural leading television role. The series is scheduled to debut worldwide on May 27, 2026, offering fans a fresh take on the Marvel universe.
Production and Release Details
Produced by Sony Pictures Television exclusively for MGM+ and Prime Video, Spider-Noir will first air domestically on MGM+’s linear broadcast channel on May 25, 2026. Following this, it will launch globally on Prime Video on May 27 as a binge release, accessible in over 240 countries and territories. This strategic rollout aims to maximize viewership and engagement across different platforms.
Unique Viewing Experience
To enhance audience immersion, the series will be available in two distinct formats: "Authentic Black & White" and "True-Hue Full Color." This innovative approach allows viewers to choose how they experience the narrative, catering to diverse preferences and adding a layer of interactivity to the streaming experience.
Series Overview and Cast
Spider-Noir is a live-action adaptation based on the Marvel comic "Spider-Man Noir." The plot centers on Ben Reilly, portrayed by Nicolas Cage, a seasoned and down-on-his-luck private investigator in 1930s New York. He is compelled to confront his past life as the city's only superhero following a deeply personal tragedy, blending noir elements with superhero action.
The ensemble cast includes Academy Award-winning actor Nicolas Cage, known for roles in Adaptation and Pig, alongside Emmy Award-winning actor Lamorne Morris from Fargo and New Girl. Other notable cast members are Li Jun Li (Sinners, Babylon), Karen Rodriguez (The Hunting Wives, Acapulco), Abraham Popoola (Atlas, Slow Horses), SAG Award-winning actor Jack Huston (Boardwalk Empire, Day of the Fight), and Emmy Award-winning, Academy Award-nominated actor Brendan Gleeson (The Banshees of Inisherin, Harry Potter).
Guest Stars and Creative Team
Guest stars feature a talented lineup including Lukas Haas, Cameron Britton, Cary Christopher, Michael Kostroff, Scott MacArthur, Joe Massingill, Whitney Rice, Amanda Schull, Andrew Caldwell, Amy Aquino, Andrew Robinson, and Kai Caster, adding depth to the series' supporting roles.
Emmy Award-winning director Harry Bradbeer, acclaimed for Fleabag and Killing Eve, directed and executive produced the first two episodes. Co-showrunners and executive producers Oren Uziel, known for The Lost City and 22 Jump Street, and Steve Lightfoot, from Marvel's The Punisher and Shantaram, developed the series. They collaborated with the Academy Award-winning team behind Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse — Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, and Amy Pascal — who also serve as executive producers through Lord Miller and Pascal Pictures, respectively. Additional executive producers include Aditya Sood, Dan Shear, Nicolas Cage, and Pavlina Hatoupis.
