Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man: A Fresh Take on the Web-Slinger
From the captivating narrative of a teenager's transformation into a superhero to the undeniable coolness of Doc Ock, Spider-Man's comic book legacy has spawned countless adaptations and merchandise. While the MCU films take a pause and the Sony Spider-Verse movies slow down, Marvel's Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man offers a captivating animated series that revisits Spidey's comic origins—with a unique twist.
Already renewed for Seasons 2 and 3, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man enjoys a strong position in the crowded Spider-Man media landscape. IGN's Joshua Yehl praised Season 1, stating, "Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man boldly reimagines Spidey's MCU story, resulting in a fun, intelligent animated series with a touch of genuine peril."
Where to Stream:
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man streams exclusively on Disney+, not Netflix or Hulu. Disney+ subscriptions start at $9.99/month, or you can opt for bundles including Hulu and/or Max for increased pricing.
Episode Release Schedule:
The series premiered on January 29th with two episodes. Season 1 comprises 10 episodes, released weekly on Wednesdays.
Episode Titles and Release Dates:
- Episodes 1 & 2: "Amazing Fantasy" & "The Parker Luck" - January 29th
- Episodes 3-5: "Secret Identity Crisis," "Hitting the Big Time," "The Unicorn Unleashed" - February 5th
- Episodes 6-8: "Dual with the Devil," "Scorpion Rising," “Tangled Web” - February 12th
- Episodes 9 & 10: “Hero or Menace” & “If This Be My Destiny…” - February 19th
Plot Summary:
Set in an alternate MCU reality, outside the established Spider-Man film timeline, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man serves as an origin story heavily inspired by the classic Amazing Spider-Man comics. The official synopsis describes it as: "Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man follows Peter Parker's journey to becoming a hero, with a unique path and a style that celebrates the character's early comic book roots."
Which Villain Are You Most Excited To See?
[Poll Removed - Represented by text only] Choose your favorite from: Green Goblin, Tombstone, Sister Grimm, Wave, Brawn, Finesse, Asha, The Lizard, or The Wizard.
Where to Stream Spider-Man Movies:
Disney+ hosts a comprehensive collection of Spider-Man content, including cartoons, Spider-Verse movies, and Sony crossovers. The MCU Tom Holland films are also available. Note that The Spectacular Spider-Man cartoon is only available for rent or purchase on platforms like Prime Video.
Voice Cast:
Created by Jeff Trammell (Marvel Studios Animation), based on the comics by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man features a star-studded voice cast, including Hudson Thames reprising his role from Marvel's What If...?. The cast includes:
- Hudson Thames as Peter Parker/Spider-Man
- Colman Domingo as Norman Osborn
- Eugene Byrd as Lonnie Lincoln
- Grace Song as Nico Minoru
- Zeno Robinson as Harry Osborn
- Hugh Dancy as Otto Octavius
- Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock/Daredevil
- Kari Wahlgren as May Parker
- Paul F. Tompkins as Bentley Wittman