Nicolas Cage Becomes a Dark Spider-Man in ‘Spider-Noir’ – First Trailer and Release Date Revealed
Nicolas Cage is stepping into the superhero world in a way fans have never seen before with Prime Video’s upcoming series, Spider-Noir. The first teaser trailer has just dropped, giving audiences a glimpse of Cage as Ben Reilly, a retired Spider-Man turned private investigator in 1930s New York.
In this series, Cage plays a world-weary detective who must come to terms with his past as the city’s original web-slinger. The trailer sets a dark, moody tone, highlighting both the noir detective elements and the superhero legacy. The tagline reads, “With No Power Comes No Responsibility.”
With no power comes no responsibility. "Spider-Noir" – a live-action series starring Nicolas Cage – arrives in authentic Black & White and True-Hue full color May 27 on Prime. pic.twitter.com/bKQqzphRNw
— Prime Video (@PrimeVideo) February 12, 2026
Prime Video confirmed that Spider-Noir will premiere on May 27, with all episodes available for binge-watching on the same day. Fans will also have a unique viewing option: the show can be streamed in either “Authentic Black & White” or “True-Hue Full Color,” reflecting the original comic’s muted palette versus a fully colored adaptation.
The cast features Lamorne Morris, Li Jun Li, Karen Rodriguez, Abraham Popoola, Jack Huston, and Brendan Gleeson. The series is produced by Sony Pictures Television for MGM+ and Prime Video, with Harry Bradbeer, known for Fleabag, directing and executive producing the first two episodes. Co-showrunners Oren Uziel and Steve Lightfoot developed the series alongside Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, and Amy Pascal, who also worked on Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Spider-Noir marks Cage’s first lead role in a TV series and takes a bold turn from traditional superhero storytelling. By blending the gritty noir detective genre with Spider-Man mythology, the show promises a fresh perspective on the character and the Spider-Verse.
This adaptation could signal a new direction for superhero shows, mixing classic comic book storytelling with cinematic experimentation. With Cage in the lead, the series is already attracting attention from both Marvel fans and those curious about his take on the iconic character.
What do you think about Nicolas Cage as Spider-Man in a noir setting? Do you plan to watch Spider-Noir when it drops on May 27? Share your thoughts in the comments.
