Prime Video is expanding its roster of acclaimed detective series, which includes hits like *Bosch* and *Cross*, by introducing a new, more superheroic sleuth this spring: the much-anticipated *Spider-Noir* series, starring Nicolas Cage. First announced in 2023, this show marks a significant return for a Spider-Man variant to live-action on the small screen, offering an in-depth exploration of one of the superhero's most intriguing alternate realities.

Nicolas Cage portrays Ben Reilly, a character distinct from his *Into the Spider-Verse* counterpart, despite sharing the same actor and a similar appearance. The series delves into a grim reality that can be experienced in either color or classic noir black-and-white. Recent official images have unmasked Cage and provided a fresh look at the detective in action, along with supporting characters such as Lamorne Morris as freelance journalist Robbie Robertson, Li Jun Li as Cat Hardy, and Karen Rodriguez as Ben's secretary, Janet. Additionally, Jack Huston has been confirmed to join the cast as one of Spider-Man's iconic villains, Sandman.

Prime Video has released the first official trailer, available in both color and monochrome, offering a poignant glimpse into Reilly's tragic narrative. The cinematography effectively evokes classic noir films, setting the stage in 1930s New York. Here, Ben grapples with his existence as a washed-up private investigator, confronting the repercussions of his past, profound personal loss, and his inherent responsibilities as the city's sole superhero. The footage begins with Cat prompting Ben to recount his story from the very start, featuring flashbacks that appear to depict the origins of his superpowers, specifically his encounter with spiders in jars within a mysterious facility.

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