The Spider-Man Noir series in development for Amazon Prime Video is gaining momentum with the addition of Steve Lightfoot as co-showrunner. Lightfoot is renowned for his work on Netflix's The Punisher, showcasing his adeptness at handling Marvel-themed drama, setting high expectations for the darker, more mature Spider-Man Noir adaptation set in the 1930s. Unlike 2018's Into the Spider-Verse, the story won’t revolve around Peter Parker; instead, it promises a fresh take on the Spider-Man mythology.

The producers of Into the Spider-Verse, Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, along with Amy Pascal are executive producing this series, which is separate from other Sony Spider-Man projects. While casting details remain under wraps, fans can still enjoy Spider-Man Noir's world through unlocking his outfit in Marvel's Spider-Man 2. Amazon is also working on Silk: Spider Society, another Marvel character adaptation focusing on Cindy Moon's journey to becoming Silk.

Gamers looking for superhero action can find solace in the ever-expanding universe of Spider-Man games and related series, while anticipation builds for the live-action foray of the brooding hero in Spider-Man Noir.

Who is the lead character in the Spider-Man Noir series?

The lead character in the Spider-Man Noir series will be an alternative version of the superhero, not Peter Parker, set in a 1930s New York context.