SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE Characters Could Swing Into Their Own Animated TV Shows

SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE Characters Could Swing Into Their Own Animated TV Shows

Sony Pictures has big plans for its animated Spider-Verse as a new report reveals that the studio is considering giving some of the characters that appeared their own TV shows. Hit the jump for details...

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By JoshWilding - Jan 08, 2019 01:01 AM EST
Filed Under: Into The Spider-Verse
Source: The New York Times
2018 was a great year for Sony Pictures as Venom massively exceeded box office expectations while Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse has been hailed as one of the greatest superhero movies of all-time. We already know that a sequel is in the works alongside a spinoff focusing on Spider-Woman but a new report from The New York Times sheds further light on the studio's future plans.

While specific details aren't revealed, it's said that Sony is considering "making animated television shows based on characters introduced in 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,' which has collected $276 million at the box office."

That could mean we'll see a Spider-Ham series or even shows for the likes of Peter B. Parker, Spider-Noir, and Peni Parker! Seeing as they each had their own animation styles, that would ensure that each show feels unique (Sony is also attempting to trademark the technology they used on the movie).

Which Spider-Verse characters would you like to see brought to the small screen? Sound off below.
 
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The Comic Code Authority



An unexpected but still very cool Easter Egg, the Comic Code Authority (which has been defunct since it was finally abandoned by DC and Archie Comics in 2011) logo appears right at the very start.

Why? To tell us that Into the Spider-Verse has been "approved" by them and seeing as it was an issue of Amazing Spider-Man that first went against the rules set down by them, it's good to see that the wall-crawler is back on the straight and narrow! Seeing as this is such a comic book-y movie, it seems appropriate to include this here and is definitely a nice nod to the history of Marvel Comics. 
 

Kissing In The Rain



As we get to see the origin story of the Spider-Man on Miles Morales' Earth play out in a very fast moving series of scenes, there's a moment which pays homage to Spider-Man in a very clever way.

Just like in that movie, Spider-Man and Mary Jane Watson share a kiss in the rain but this time, it's MJ who is upside down! It's a neat way to make it clear that this is a different universe where things don't necessarily play out in the way we expect or are used to.
 

"That's All, Folks!"



Spider-Ham is a cartoon character so when he leaves to return to his universe, he bids farewell to Miles and company by saying, "That's all, folks!" 

That's a reference to Looney Toons and Peter B. Parker is quick to question whether it's legal for him to say that. It's a very funny moment from a character who delivers a lot of laughs here. 
 

The Spider-Mobile



When we visit Peter Parker's lair, we get to see a number of familiar looking vehicles and devices that it will be fun to pore over when the Blu-ray is released next year. However, one which immediately jumped out at me is the Spider-Mobile. While we never get to see it in action here, it's about damn time that it grace the big screen and it's been faithfully recreated from page to screen. 
 

Familiar Costumes



Look closely in the aforementioned lair and there are some great comic book costumes to be found! The Iron Spider suit from the Civil War comic book is there as is the new costume from the Spider-Man video game.

There are also a couple of different versions of the Spider-Amour and I'm sure I spotted the wall-crawler's Secret Wars suit too. The version with the cape that Miles points out to Peter doesn't have a basis in the source material as far as I can recall, however. 
 

Some Spider-Man 2 References



Spider-Man 2 is widely considered the best Spider-Man movie to date (well, until this came along) and so it probably won't surprise you to learn that there are a number of references to the sequel.

We see Spidey catch a car flung through a window which is reminiscent of what happened when Doctor Octopus attacked in the 2004 movie, while the train scene is also included during this montage. It's great fun seeing these moments recreated and something fans should appreciate.
 

Peter Parker's Blonde Hair



When the Spider-Man on Miles' Earth is unmasked, we learn that he has blonde hair!

Weird, right? Well, while this is no doubt done to separate this version of Peter Parker from Peter B. Parker, it's also more than likely a reference to Ben Reilly. In the comics, he was the clone of Peter who moved out of New York City and dyed his hair to try and disguise his true identity.

Will an Into the Spider-Verse sequel reveal that the Peter who died was actually a clone?
 

A Spider-Man: Homecoming Nod



Much to the disappointment of many Spider-Man fans, Tom Holland's wall-crawler sadly doesn't make an appearance. However, there is a nod to the Marvel Studios movie as Spidey is depicted in a shot which is identical to the ferry scene in Spider-Man: Homecoming.

The difference here, however, is that he's trying to save two buses from going over the side of a bridge!
 

42



If you're at all familiar with Miles Morales' comic book origins, you'll know that the Oscorp spider that bit him was branded with the number "42." The same thing happened in the recently released Spider-Man video game and while Alchemax is now the company responsible for creating it, the creepy crawly that gives the youngster his superpowers does indeed have this number on its back.
 

Stan Lee's Cameo



Stan "The Man " Lee makes a cameo appearance as a store owner who is cashing in on Spidey's demise by selling replica costumes. When Miles asks what will happen if it doesn't fit, Lee promises that they always fit...because he has a no refunds and no returns policy! It's very funny and a touching little tribute to the comic book creator and one of his most amusing cameos to date. 
 

Spider-Man 3 Dance Scene



If you've been keeping a close eye on the TV spots for Into the Spider-Verse, you've probably already seen this but what an awesome Easter Egg! In a throwback to one of Spider-Man 3's most ridiculed scenes, the wall-crawler dances through the street copying the exact same moves that Tobey Maguire's Peter Parker pulled off in the threequel and it actually looks quite cool in animation. 
 

Spider-Man 2099



During the movie's after-credits scene, we pay a visit to the year 2099 and are introduced to Spider-Man 2099 (voiced by Oscar Isaac). He has a device very similar to the ones used in comic book events like Spider-Geddon which allows him to travel between dimensions and it's then that he decides to travel to "where it all began." 

That's Earth-67 and it's home to a Spider-Man most of us probably didn't expect to see here...
 

The 1960s Animated Series



Into the Spider-Verse is an animated movie so it makes sense that "where it all began" is actually the original cartoon featuring the wall-crawler! Miguel O'Hara ends up in the episode which has since become a meme for the two Spider-Men pointing at each other and while this is played for laughs, Spider-Man 2099 will no doubt have a key role to play in the sequel when it's inevitably released.
 

Yellow Boxes



When Miles' thoughts start popping up on screen, they're in yellow boxes. Now, this could be a total coincidence but something tells me that this may be a reference to Deadpool, a character the filmmakers no doubt would have loved to include here given his storied history with the wall-crawler.

Tonally, the movies aren't all that different so that may be another reason why they're used.
 

Miles' School



Just like in the comics, Miles goes to a charter school and while his roommate never speaks, he bears an uncanny resemblance to Ganke (a character Marvel Studios has based Ned Leeds on in their Spider-Man movies). Everything about Miles bears a resemblance to the source material, though, including the fact that his Uncle Aaron is later revealed to be The Prowler. 

Something that's totally new is Miles interest in graffiti which later inspires his costume's appearance.

The Web Of Life And Destiny



If you're at all familiar with the "Spider-Verse" comic book events, you'll no doubt be all too familiar with the Web of Life and Destiny. It's played a pivotal role in a number of events and while it's only glimpsed briefly here, it could be an indication that the sequel is going to put the spotlight on the villainous Inheritors (which means characters like Morlun and the Master Weaver could be coming).
 

"With Great Power..."



We obviously hear the classic "With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility" line in this movie but Miles' dad has a slightly different take on that when he's discussing Spider-Man with his son.

He's not the biggest fans of the wall-crawler and says that "With Great Power Comes Great Accountability." Luckily, by the time all is said and done, he appears to be a fan of the webbed hero.
 

Clone High



Long before Phil Lord and Chris Miller released The LEGO Movie, the duo worked on a popular animated series on MTV known as Clone High. Despite being cancelled on our Earth way back in 2003, it was clearly a hit on Miles' because a Times Square billboard reveals that a spinoff movie titled Clone College is being released. Fans of this show no doubt which they could move universes now...
 

Earth Designations



When all the different spider heroes are brought to Miles' Earth, we very briefly get to see the names of the worlds they're from. It's hard to catch them all but it seems as if Miles is from Earth-1610 (which is the Ultimate Universe in the comics) and Peter B. Parker is actually from Earth 616!

That means he's the one, true Spider-Man and it seems as if Sony decided to give us a glimpse into his future, something no other movie has done and a topic even the comics rarely touch on. Perhaps this means we'll get to meet May Parker in the follow-up, especially as Peter is planning to get back together with his ex-wife, Mary Jane Watson! 
 

A Nod To Miles' Creators



When Miles is scrolling through his phone, two names immediately jump out. Those are Brian Michael Bendis and Sara Pichelli, the writer/artist team that created the character shortly after the Ultimate Universe's Peter Parker was killed off. These two were obviously pivotal in making Miles the massively popular hero he is today, so it's nice to see them get a mention in this way. 
 

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BraveNewClunge
BraveNewClunge - 1/8/2019, 2:07 AM
Noir Spidey and bum/ deadbeat Spiderman please
Origame
Origame - 1/8/2019, 2:22 AM
I will only accept a spiderham show if mahoney has complete control over the property. I want a foul mouthed pig in a spider costume please.
DiegoMD
DiegoMD - 1/8/2019, 2:32 AM
Yes please, whatever to forget about Ultimate Spider-man (2012) and Marvel's Spider-Man tv show
giannis
giannis - 1/8/2019, 2:57 AM
Spider-Gwen and Noir please. I want to see more from these characters. A Spider-Man 2099 is a long overdue too.
Manmarvel
Manmarvel - 1/8/2019, 2:59 AM
This is exciting news and all but I feel like it would take away the need to make new movies. Spider-Verse was a scary thought to me. We have already had a leangthy list of Spider-Man cartoons, why would I pay to see one at the movies? Boy am I glad I did, but then making them into TV shows could very well backfire for Sony. Also, isn't Disney in control of all the animated shows??
Chewtoy
Chewtoy - 1/8/2019, 5:03 AM
Interesting... I was just wondering how the deal works between Sony and Disney when it comes to Spider-Ham. I assume that Disney can use Spider-Ham all they want in their own animated shows, but was betting that Sony needs to be involved if it’s the design from the movie... but I wasn’t sure if the Sony version was unique enough for them to have such a claim.

I do know that Sony was looking to lock down the rights on the animated stylings of the film, so I assume these hypothetical shows would be done in that style.
aflynn
aflynn - 1/8/2019, 5:06 AM
Into the Spiderverse is incredible set the new bar for animated CBM.

But Sony gonna Sony.
KWilly
KWilly - 1/8/2019, 6:12 AM
This is one cash cow I don't mind them milking.

SpiderKOR
SpiderKOR - 1/8/2019, 8:10 AM
If it'll be streamed in Disney+, then Disney might allow it.
Honesty, when it comes to TV animation Sony is vastly superior than Disney or Marvel TV division.
ANewPope
ANewPope - 1/8/2019, 8:39 AM
I was just thinking about this the other day...

All in all, I just want a Spidey cartoon that doesn't take place in high-school since we've had three of those in a row & only one of them got it right.
newhire13
newhire13 - 1/8/2019, 9:05 AM
Unless you can get the movie voices back I’m pretty indifferent about this. Part of what made those versions so lively and entertaining was what the actors brought to the role. Not very interesting in hearing someone do a Nic Cage version of Spider-Noir, I want Nic Cage as Spider-Noir
4thMaster
4thMaster - 1/8/2019, 9:05 AM
License Peni Parker to a good Japanese anime studio to animate! Make it proper anime or at least very "anime-like", like Castlevania. Gerard Way doesn't seem to have anything announced for when Umbrella Academy wraps up, so maybe he can write the pilot.

Trigger would be awesome if the scripts are written by Sony for them to animate! Since Trigger themselves are way too hit or miss with their own scripts. I'd love for the use of the comicbook design and after the movie's ending, I think they have an excuse to go for it. It's a sturdier and nimbler design, the look imitates the spider-people she met and inspired her, and has web-shooters (which her mech lacked in the movie).
GwenLantern
GwenLantern - 1/8/2019, 11:43 AM
This could be problematic for Spider-Gwen.

The thing about Into The Spider-Verse is that they flat-out named dropped the actual comics Earths that all the spiders are from.
Now, Penni Parker, Spider-Ham and Spider-Man Noir have a limited number of comics to stay in continuity, so there will be homework for the writers, but it is do-able.

And 616 Peter B. Parker is about a decade removed from the current comics Peter, so that'[s essentially their character now, so that is also managteable, but he would have to at least have the same shared history as the current comics continuity.

But Spider-Gwen from Earth 65 has a comic running right now. A second or third comic running concurrently wouldn't be too hard to manage (especially with the same gtroup editor at Marvel Comics), but a TV show running concurrently is nothing short of a nightmare.

The movie skirted around these potential complications quite well.
616 Parker is from the future. 1601 Morales is the post-Secret Wars reboot (basically a clean slate) and the rest have very brief and extremely reverent, comics-faithful flashbacks.

The only deviation was giving Gwen a new haircut and I'm sure the comic book creative team can simply give her the same haircut at some point in the comics, once they realise that it's supposed to be the same Gwen. Latour and Rodriguez are said to be big fans of the film.

But a show would be waay problematic, unless they set it on a different earth with a different Gwen.
Himura
Himura - 1/8/2019, 2:04 PM
Let the milking begin
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