Spider-Noir will be "70% Bogart and 30% Bugs Bunny" according to the series producers
Having Nicolas Cage on board seems to have a lot to do with it

- February 12, 2026
- Updated: February 16, 2026 at 9:36 AM

In the realm of entertainment, excitement grows with the announcement of the streaming series Spider-Noir, starring Nicolas Cage as Ben Reilly. This series moves away from the classic Spider-Man embodied by Peter Parker, presenting a more cynical and disenchanted character.
Ben Reilly, a clone of Peter Parker, stands out for his complexity and complicated background, elements that reflect a different approach to the traditional Spider-Man narrative.
Nicolas Cage has a lot to do with this approach
Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, known for their work on the Spider-Verse franchise, are the producers of Spider-Noir, and they have made it clear that Cage brings a mix of “70% Bogart and 30% Bugs Bunny” to his portrayal.
This mature approach allows for the exploration of a version of Ben Reilly who has already faced his demons and is trying to leave his past behind, a marked contrast to the freshness and optimism typical of Peter Parker.
Showrunner Oren Uziel pointed out that the series seeks to capture the harsh atmosphere of film noir, where the past and disillusionment play a central role in the protagonist’s life.
This story represents a new addition to the Spider-Man legacy, offering viewers a darker and more complex view of the challenges that Spider-Man faces in a world where shadows are as determining as light.
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