Silk And Smoke: Everything We Know About ‘Spider-Noir’

After a few devastating blows to Sony’s box office numbers, and a couple films simply to the chagrin of many fans in general, they could really use a win as we wait for them to complete work on Beyond the Spider-Verse, which just recently secured a release date: June 4th, 2027. We believe the upcoming Spider-Noir series coming to Prime Video might be that win. We'll try to answer as many questions about the upcoming series as possible.

The series will debut exclusively on MGM+ in the U.S. for its domestic launch. Afterward, it will become available globally on Amazon Prime Video. A precise release date is yet to be announced, however, Nexus Point News can exclusively confirm that Spider-Noir will release in early 2026.

Who/What is Spider-Noir?

Spider-Noir. © Sony Pictures

Spider-Noir is a highly anticipated live-action television series, developed as part of Sony's ever-expanding Spider-Man Universe (SSU). This project presents a bold, stylistic departure from the modern superhero formula by diving into an alternate 1930s timeline drenched in noir aesthetics and hardboiled detective storytelling. Cage reprises and reimagines his role from Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, this time not as a voice actor but in full live-action form. Cage will portray an older, weathered private investigator operating in a gritty, Depression-era New York City.

He's the only costumed hero in his version of the world, haunted by his mysterious past and the legacy of his vigilante alter ego. The tone is expected to lean heavily into noir tropes: brooding narration, moral ambiguity, and stylish, shadow-heavy visuals reminiscent of classic 1930s and 1940s crime films. The character, originally introduced in the Marvel Comics Spider-Man Noir run, offers a darker, more mature spin on the familiar Spider-Man mythos. Moreover, the story takes place in a parallel version of 1930s New York City during the Great Depression, a time of immense poverty, corruption, and organized crime.

Expect noir staples like: Dark alleyways, fog-shrouded streets, jazz clubs, smoky bars, political conspiracy, newspaper headlines, conflicted anti-heroes, femme fatales, and ruthless mob bosses. Spider-Noir isn’t just fighting supervillains; he’s fighting systemic injustice, urban decay, and his own internal demons. With themes like identity, regret, justice vs. vengeance, and moral compromise, this show aims to transcend typical superhero fare and dive into psychological drama.

When is Spider-Noir happening?

Filming occurred in Los Angeles from August 2024 through March 2025, under tight secrecy and on noir-inspired sets built to mimic 1930s New York. Unfortunately, filming was halted in January of 2025 due to the fires in the Los Angeles area, and the production has wrapped in February 2025. In a unique move, the series was filmed using black-and-white cameras to preserve authenticity to the noir genre. However, Amazon will offer both black-and-white and color versions, giving viewers a choice between full noir immersion or a modern aesthetic interpretation. The show is structured as an eight-episode limited series, with each episode running approximately 45 minutes.

Who's in charge?

With so many familiar faces, not only to the SSU, but to Marvel in general; it's hard not to be confident in this project. The series is co-developed by Oren Uziel (The Lost City, 22 Jump Street) and Steve Lightfoot, (Marvel's The Punisher). Furthermore, Harry Bradbeer (director of Fleabag and Enola Holmes) is directing and executive producing the first two episodes. Finally, to top it all off, executive producers include Phil Lord and Christopher Miller (Into the Spider-Verse, The LEGO Movie) and Amy Pascal, a key figure in Sony’s Spider-Man cinematic projects. Together, this team balances serious cinematic credentials with a reputation for inventive storytelling.

Who else is involved?

As far as the cast goes for the limited series, this is what we know:

Nicolas Cage.

• Nicolas Cage as the titular Spider-Noir. Cage's character is described as an aging hero grappling with personal failures and a long-lost identity as a masked vigilante. Unlike Peter Parker, this version's relationship with heroism is fractured and reflective.

• Brendan Gleeson plays a philosophical villain who may be the central antagonist. His character is described as possessing a “drone’s-eye view of society,” probably a mastermind or crime lord with surveillance or technological reach.

• Lamorne Morris stars as Robbie Robertson, a sharp and determined journalist, which is a departure from the classic Daily Bugle editor portrayal. His role is said to be integral to the investigation side of the narrative, helping pull threads of corruption and crime.

Lamorne Morris © Los Angeles Times

• Li Jun Li is a jazz-era nightclub singer, a mysterious woman entangled in danger or espionage.

• Abraham Popoola portrays a World War I veteran seeking purpose in a fractured city. His background could connect to either organized resistance or the criminal underworld.

• Jack Huston plays a bodyguard, likely affiliated with the mob world, possibly protecting Gleeson’s character.

Abraham Popoola © Deadline

• Lukas Haas plays a trusted lieutenant or advisor within the villain's inner circle.

• Kai Caster has a guest role with an undisclosed but “important connection” to another major character.

• Whitney Rice, Karen Rodriguez, Cary Christopher, Michael Kostroff, Scott MacArthur, Joe Massingill and Amanda Schull's roles all remain undisclosed.

Other SSU Connections and Overall Thoughts

Although Spider-Noir stands alone tonally and narratively, it remains part of Sony's Spider-Man Universe (SSU). There’s currently no indication that it will connect directly to Tom Holland’s Spider-Man or the MCU, but it exists adjacent to Sony's other Spider-Man projects like Venom, Morbius, and Madame Web. 

Spider-Noir promises to be a bold, stylistic swing for the superhero genre, blending detective fiction, psychological drama, and classic noir visuals with a Marvel character rarely explored in mainstream media. With Nicolas Cage leading an eclectic and talented cast, and Amazon backing it with high production value, this could very well be one of the most unique superhero projects of the decade. As information on the series is limited, we hope to find out more in the coming months. Keep an eye out for trailers and official announcements as we get closer to release!