New Spider-Man animated series arrives on Disney Plus: Check out the release date, episodes, and what to expect
A brand-new animated series, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, is making its way to Disney Plus. The show will explore Peter Parker’s early days as Spider-Man but in a different universe from the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Fans can look forward to an exciting adventure that delves into Peter’s growth as a superhero while facing some of his most well-known enemies
Mar 25, 2025, 06:14 IST
The series is set to premiere on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, on Disney Plus. The first episodes will be available at 12 AM PT / 3 AM ET in the United States. For fans across the world, the release times will be 2 AM CST, 4 AM in Brazil, 8 AM in the UK, 9 AM in Central Europe, 12:30 PM in India, 4 PM in China, 5 PM in Australia, and 7 PM in New Zealand.
'Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man' is a new animated series that premiered on Disney+ on January 29, 2025. The series offers a fresh take on Peter Parker's origin story, exploring his early days as Spider-Man within an alternate timeline of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). In this version, Norman Osborn becomes Peter's mentor instead of Tony Stark.
Release Schedule:
January 29, 2025: Episodes 1 and 2
February 5, 2025: Episodes 3, 4, and 5
February 12, 2025: Episodes 6 and 7
February 19, 2025: Episodes 8, 9, and 10
This staggered release strategy is designed to maintain viewer engagement and build anticipation throughout the season.
What to Expect:
The series delves into Peter Parker's transformation into Spider-Man, blending classic elements from the 1960s comics with modern storytelling. Viewers can anticipate a nostalgic art style reminiscent of early 'The Amazing Spider-Man' comic books by Steve Ditko and John Romita Sr., brought to life through 3D cel-shaded animation. The narrative explores themes of responsibility, with Peter and other characters grappling with their powers and choices. The voice cast includes Hudson Thames as Peter Parker, Kari Wahlgren, Grace Song, Eugene Byrd, Zeno Robinson, Colman Domingo, Hugh Dancy, and Charlie Cox.
For fans eager to revisit Spider-Man's early adventures with a contemporary twist, 'Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man' offers an engaging and fresh perspective on the beloved superhero's journey.