Countdown All the Spider-Men in‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ 2/2

In the movie "Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse," Miles Morales officially enters the headquarters of the Spider-Man League and encounters different versions of Spider-Men. This article will introduce and summarize each Spider-Man that appears in the film, along with their respective universes and comic book origin stories.

This is the second part of the article, if you want to refer to the first one, click here.

Spectacular Spider-Man

Universe: Earth-26496

First Appearance: Spectacular Spider-Man (2008 animated series)

Character Name: Peter Parker

The 2008 animated series "Spectacular Spider-Man" focused on Peter Parker's high school life. During its run, Marvel was acquired by Disney, and the series was forced to stop production after its third season, leaving many fans disappointed.

Web-Slinger

Universe: Earth-31913

First Appearance: Amazing Spider-Man (Vol. 3) #9 (2014)

Character Name: Patrick O'Hara

Patrick O'Hara was originally a popular performer in the Wild West. After being bitten by a radioactive spider, he gained superhuman abilities. Later, he was recruited by Spider-Man Noir to join the Web Warriors and fight against the Inheritors on Earth-001.

In addition, in the animated series "Ultimate Spider-Man" Season 4, Episode 17, Peter and Miles traveled to a Western parallel world where Peter Parker operated as a vigilante called the "Web-Slinger."

Spider-Horse

Universe: Earth-31913

First Appearance: Amazing Spider-Man (Vol. 3) #12 (2015)

Character Name: Widow

Widow is the steed of the Web-Slinger. After being bitten by the same spider, Widow gained superhuman abilities and developed a psychic connection with the Web-Slinger.

Spider-Cat

Universe: Earth-999

First Appearance: Spider-Island: I Love New York City #1 (2011)

Character Name: Unknown

In Earth-999, Manhattan was infested with a pest that granted spider abilities to many ordinary citizens, including a cat. This cat often had nightmares and fought against a pigeon named "Venom" in its dreams.

Later, in the Spider-Verse event, Spider-Cat was killed by the Inheritor Bora.

In the game "Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales," a masked cat named "Spider-Man" appeared. It was a regular house cat owned by a grocery store owner.

Spider-Rex

Universe: Earth-66

First Appearance: Edge of Spider-Verse (Vol. 2) #1 (2022)

Character Name: Pter Ptarker (Derived from "Pteranodon")

On prehistoric Earth, the tyrannosaurus rex named "Norman" was hunting a small pteranodon named "Peter" when a meteorite containing an alien spider fell from the sky. The two dinosaurs swapped bodies. As the tyrannosaurus rex, Peter used his newfound spider powers to defeat Norman and his minions, proudly calling himself the "Dino-King."

However, as Peter turned to leave, the branch carrying the spider silk snapped, causing Peter to fall and accidentally crush Norman and two passing baby dinosaurs. Frightened by his reckless actions, Peter learned the lesson "With great power comes great responsibility."

Spider-Man 2211

Universe: Earth-9500

First Appearance: Spider-Man 2099 Meets Spider-Man #1 (1995)

Character Name: Max Borne

To fix a time-space disruption, Max Borne traveled from Earth-2211 in the year 9500 to the main universe. He helped Spider-Man defeat the future villain known as the Hobgoblin, who turned out to be his daughter.

Spider-Man 2211 possesses a high-tech suit that allows him to control four mechanical arms with his mind and access parallel timelines to predict potential future events.

Sun-Spider

Universe: Earth-20023

First Appearance: Spider-Verse (Vol. 3) #3

Character Name: Charlotte Webber (Named after the book "Charlotte's Web")

The creator of Sun-Spider, who is a person with mobility challenges, specifically designed this spider character with a cane to address the lack of superheroes with disabilities in comics.

Marvel's Spider-Man

Universe: Earth-1048 Main Appearance: Video game "Marvel's Spider-Man" (2018)

Character Name: Peter Parker

In the film, when Miles jumps into the dorm room, you can see Ganke playing a PlayStation game, which is the upcoming game "Marvel's Spider-Man 2!" (Confirmed by end credits)

The Amazing Spider-Man (Video Game Version)

Universe: Earth-TRN376

First Appearance: Video game "The Amazing Spider-Man" (2012)

Character Name: Peter Parker

In the Web of Destiny, in addition to seeing the death of Uncle Ben in the Tobey Maguire and 2008 versions, you can also see the version from the 2014 game "The Amazing Spider-Man 2."

LEGO Spider-Man

Universe: Earth-13122

First Appearance: Video game "Lego Marvel Super Heroes" (2013)

Character Name: Peter Parker

Spider-Mobile

Universe: Earth-53931

First Appearance: Amazing Spider-Man (Vol. 3) #12 (2015)

Character Name: Peter Parkedcar

The Spider-Mobile is not an ordinary car; it is a heroic character with a life and the name Peter. In the comics, it joined the Web Warriors to fight against the Inheritors.

Spider-Man - 1967 Animated Series

Universe: Earth-6799

First Appearance: Spider-Man (1967 animated series)

Character Name: Peter Parker

This is the first animated version of Spider-Man, known for its unique and joyful art style. The iconic theme song and the scene of Spider-Man pointing at another Spider-Man originated from this animated series.

Spider-UK

Universe: Earth-835

Character Name: Malala Windsor

Spider-UK is an original character from "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" and appears when Miles enters the headquarters of the Spider-Men alliance. In the comics, there are two versions of Spider-UK from Earth-833 and Earth-834, while the version in the film is from Earth-835.

Spider-Man Unlimited

Universe: Earth-751263

First Appearance: Spider-Man Unlimited (1999 animated series)

Character Name: Peter Parker

This red and black Spider-Man with a cape is from the animated series "Spider-Man Unlimited" in 1999. The series serves as a spin-off of the 1994 "Spider-Man" animated series and tells the story of Spider-Man traveling to the "Counter-Earth."

Spider-Man - Tobey Maguire

Universe: Earth-96283

First Appearance: Film "Spider-Man: No Way Home" (2002)

Character Name: Peter Parker

Although Tobey Maguire didn't make a cameo appearance, this classic live-action version of Spider-Man appears in the film. When Spider-Man 2099 introduces Miles to the Spider-Verse, clips of Tobey Maguire's Spider-Man, including the spider bite, Uncle Ben's death, and the upside-down kiss, can be seen in the Web of Destiny.

Spider-Man - Andrew Garfield

Universe: Earth-120703

First Appearance: Film "The Amazing Spider-Man" (2012)

Character Name: Peter Parker

While explaining the fate of each Spider-Man universe to Miles, a holographic image of Garfield's Spider-Man appears, showing the moment of Gwen's father's death from "The Amazing Spider-Man."

Spider-Man

Universe: Earth-616

First Appearance: Amazing Fantasy #15 (1962)

Character Name: Peter Parker

Scenes from the original Spider-Man comics appear in the film, including the moment Peter is bitten by the spider.

Spider-Man 2099 mentions the inability of each Spider-Man to save the fate of a police officer, and the depicted scene is from "Amazing Spider-Man" issue #90.

Bombastic Bag-Man's Suit

Universe: Earth-616

First Appearance: Amazing Spider-Man #258 (1984)

Owner: Peter Parker

In "The Amazing Spider-Man" Vol. 1, issue #258, when the symbiote attaches itself to Spider-Man, he realizes the new suit isn't right and seeks help from Reed Richards. After separating the symbiote from Peter, the Human Torch provides him with a new outfit: an old Fantastic Four costume, without shoes, and a grocery bag as a mask (with a note that says "Kick me" as a prank).

Spider-Armor MK I

Universe: Earth-616

First Appearance: Web of Spider-Man #100 (1993)

Owner: Peter Parker

First appearing in "Web of Spider-Man" issue #100, the MK I suit was developed by Peter using a metallic compound. It possesses bulletproof capabilities but slows down his movements.

Spider-Armor MK II

Universe: Earth-616

First Appearance: Amazing Spider-Man #656 (2011)

Owner: Peter Parker

In the comics, when Peter briefly loses his Spider-Sense and becomes vulnerable to bullets, he creates this bulletproof armor to compensate for that weakness.

Spider-Armor MK III

Universe: Earth-616

First Appearance: Amazing Spider-Man #682 (2012)

Owner: Peter Parker

To thwart the Sinister Six's doomsday plot, Peter upgraded his suit using Horizon Labs' equipment to help him exploit the weaknesses of the Sinister Six.

Spinneret

Universe: Earth-18119

First Appearance: Amazing Spider-Man: Renew Your Vows #1 (2015)

Character Name: Mary Jane Watson

After the defeat of the villain Regent, Spider-Man used Regent's technology to create a suit that could absorb spider powers. He shared his abilities with his wife, Mary Jane, who became the superhero Spinneret and fought alongside him.

Spinneret once knocked out Erik Lehnsherr and the White Queen, putting an end to a mutant battle.

Spiderling

Universe: Earth-18119

First Appearance: Amazing Spider-Man: Renew Your Vows #1 (2015)

Character Name: Anna-May Parker

In Earth-18119, Anna-May Parker is the child of Peter and Mary. Inheriting her father's spider abilities, Anna played a crucial role in defeating the Mole Man during a battle.

Despite Peter and Mary's initial reluctance to let Anna follow in their heroic footsteps, they eventually compromised. Peter gave Anna the nickname "Spiderling" and she joined the ranks of superheroes, making crime-fighting a family affair.

Mangaverse Spider-Man

Universe: Earth-2301

First Appearance: Marvel Mangaverse: Spider-Man #1 (2002)

Character Name: Peter Parker

In the "Marvel Mangaverse: Spider-Man" series, set on Earth-2301, Peter is a ninja belonging to the Spider-Clan. When the villainous leader, known as Venom, sends his ninja underlings to kill Peter's Uncle Ben, Peter becomes the last surviving member of the clan. Seeking revenge, Peter undergoes training and encounters other Marvel characters. Eventually, he meets his girlfriend Mary Jane, and trains her to become the ninja "Spider-Woman."

This universe has a design inspired by 70-90s Japanese anime and manga.

Spider-Cop

Universe: Earth-19119

First Appearance: Spider-Geddon #4 (2018)

Character Name: Unknown

In this universe, Spider-Man utilizes his superpowers to become an experienced police officer in the New York City Police Department. He is later recruited by Gwen into the Spider-Army to help defeat the Inheritors.

The PS4 video game version of Spider-Man often refers to himself as "Spider-Cop" during his activities and expresses surprise upon discovering the existence of Spider-Cops in other universes.

Lady Spider

Universe: Earth-803

First Appearance: Spider-Verse #1 (2014)

Character Name: May Reilly

Lady Spider made her debut in Spider-Verse #1 (2014) from Earth-803. In this 19th-century steampunk era of New York, where male dominance prevailed and women were confined to the roles of homemakers, May Reilly yearned for the ability to fly. She constructed her suit using automobile parts and fought against the sinister Six Men.

Captain Spider (Spider-Jock)

Universe: Earth-78127

First Appearance: What If? #7 (1977)

Character Name: Eugene Thompson

In What If? #7 (1977), Peter Parker wasn't bitten by the spider but instead, Flash Thompson gained superpowers. Inspired by comic books, Flash named himself “Captain Spider.” However, being impulsive and resorting to violence, he met his demise after a battle with the Vulture, falling to his death.

Later, another version of Captain Spider emerged (potentially from a different universe) and joined the Spider Army to fight against the Inheritors. However, he was swiftly defeated.

Spider-Wolf

Universe: Earth-7085

First Appearance: Marvel Zombies/Army of Darkness #5 (2007)

Character Name: Peter Parker

In a crossover between Marvel Zombies and Army of Darkness, the protagonist Ash escapes from the Marvel Zombies universe and finds himself in Earth-7085, a world inhabited by werewolves. There, he encounters a group of werewolves, including Spider-Wolf.

Spider-Monkey

Universe: Earth-8101

First Appearance: Amazing Spider-Man Family #1 (2008)

Character Name: Peter Parker

Spider-Monkey, a monkey version of Spider-Man, made his debut in Amazing Spider-Man Family #1 (2008) from Earth-8101. He fought alongside the Spider-Army during the Spider-Verse crisis but was ultimately killed by the Inheritor named Jennix.

Earth X Spider-Man

Universe: Earth-9997

First Appearance: Earth X #0 (1999)

Character Name: Peter Parker

In the world of Earth-9997, which focuses on aging superheroes, Peter Parker retired from his superhero identity and lived as an overweight middle-aged man. Later, he accepted an invitation from Luke Cage and became a police officer in New York.

Last Stand Spider-Man

Universe: Earth-312500

First Appearance: Amazing Spider-Man (Vol. 2) #58 (2003)

Character Name: Peter Parker

In this version, Peter Parker becomes darker and more extreme after killing the hunter Kraven. He proceeds to kill more enemies and harm friends, leading to his expulsion from the Avengers.

Years later, an elderly Peter gets into conflict with the New York Police Department. Despite having the option to surrender and admit his crimes, he refuses and is ultimately gunned down in the cold rain.

Peter Parker of Earth-312500 wears a high-collared uniform in his final battle. In Earth-4, after Peter Parker is killed by Morlun, Ezekiel Sims takes on his name and becomes the new Spider-Man, wearing a similar suit when he joins the Spider-Army.

Man-Spider

Universe: Earth-92131

First Appearance: Spider-Man (1994 animated series)

Character Name: Peter Parker

In the 1994 animated series of Spider-Man, Peter Parker undergoes a genetic mutation after being bitten by a radioactive spider. While he gains spider powers, his genes are unstable and eventually cause him to transform into a monstrous, six-armed Man-Spider. With the help of Dr. Connors, Spider-Man gains control over his abilities and no longer suffers from the mutation.

In the main comic universe, Peter temporarily grew six arms but did not become a half-human, half-spider creature. With Dr. Connors' assistance, he eventually returned to normal.

Shield Spider-Man

Universe: Earth-18466

First Appearance: Marvel 2-In-One #5 (2018)

Character Name: Peter Parker

In this version, Spider-Man is a member of S.H.I.E.L.D. and wears a red and black costume with the S.H.I.E.L.D. emblem on his shoulder.

Prince of Arachne (Knight Spider-Man)

Universe: Earth-71004

First Appearance: Spider-Man: Fairy Tales #4

Character Name: Peter Parker

In "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," the Knight Spider-Man appears to be a female character. However, in the comic, it is Peter Parker from Earth-71004, with a poignant fairy tale behind his story.

Long ago, in a distant land, Peter Parker, a servant in the Osborn family, learns from the maid Mary Jane that King George is holding a ball to find a suitable knight for Princess Gwen. To win the princess's favor and honor his family, Peter crafts a red suit inspired by spiders.

On the day of the ball, Princess Gwen falls in love with the "Spider Prince" at first sight, and they dance for hours until the midnight bells toll. Peter realizes he must leave, but Gwen has never seen his face under the helmet. As Peter turns to run away, Gwen pleads for him to stay but can only grab one of his wrist guards, leaving her crying alone in the empty castle.

Upon learning of Peter's actions, a furious Norman Osborn decides to have his son Harry impersonate the Spider Prince. However, when they arrive at Gwen's castle, they discover Peter has already been chosen as the prince. Norman flies into a rage and attacks Peter. In an attempt to protect Peter, Gwen is killed by a falling chandelier. Filled with rage, Peter defeats Norman and is crowned a knight by the king. Yet, nothing can fill the void in his heart from losing Gwen.

Spider-Plush (Universal Studios Japan Spider-Plush)

According to a Twitter user, this is a Spider-Man plush toy sold at Universal Studios Japan.

Movie Spider-Man (Concept)

A concept design by Alex Ross for Sam Raimi's Spider-Man film.

Ben Reilly Spider-Man (Imaginary)

An imagined Spider-Man persona by Ben Reilly in the comics.

Metro Spider-Man

In the movie, when Miles is surrounded by various Spider-Men, there is one Spider-Man hanging upside down from the ceiling who says he's run out of options. The Spider-Man is voiced by Metro Boomin, the music producer for the film's soundtrack.

Spider-Man Therapist

This Spider-Man's identity is Ezekiel Sims. In the comics, this character is a wealthy individual with spider abilities on Earth-616, while on Earth-4, as mentioned earlier, he is the high-collar Spider-Man. This Spider-Man's identity is Ezekiel Sims.

Assassin Spider-Man

I'd like to call this one John Wick Spider-Man.

Samurai Spider-Man

Cyborg Spider-Woman

It is an original character created for the movie.

A similar cyborg spider, known as Spider-Cyborg, appeared in the comics from Earth-2818, but its appearance differs from the one in the movie.

Hockey Spider-Man

This Spider-Man, depicted on a poster in the movie, is quite recognizable but currently does not have a corresponding comic version.

Unknown Spider-Man

This incredibly cool Spider-Man has not been officially introduced or described. However, the design appears similar to the concept art from the game "Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions."

Spider-Man - Tom Holland

Universe: Earth-199999

First Appearance: "Captain America: Civil War" film (2016)

Character Name: Peter Parker

Tom Holland does not appear in this film but is mentioned by Spider-Man 2099.

As the current live-action portrayal of Spider-Man, Marvel likely has further plans and considerations for this character in their works. Perhaps Tom Holland will make a surprise cameo appearance in the next film, "Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse"!

Additionally, Donald Glover appears as the character Prowler. He previously portrayed Miles' uncle in "Spider-Man: Homecoming." While it is the same character, it is unclear if they are from the same universe.

Despite this, Donald Glover's appearance carries significant meaning as he voiced Miles Morales in the animated series "Ultimate Spider-Man" and was once a highly anticipated candidate for the live-action portrayal of Miles.

The scene featuring Miles and Donald together is, in fact, a historic meeting of two generations of Black Spider-Men!