Marvel Reveals Spider-Noir's 2026 Live-Action Team

Ben Reilly will be joined by two key allies, Janet and Robbie, in the upcoming Spider-Noir series.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 4:53am

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The next live-action Spider-Man series, Spider-Noir, is set to premiere in May 2026 on MGM+ and Prime Video. Instead of Peter Parker, this version of the web-slinger will feature Ben Reilly, a world-weary, retired superhero turned private investigator, in a gritty 1930s New York. Showrunner Oren Uziel has revealed that Reilly will be aided by two key allies, Janet and Robbie, forming a three-person crime-fighting team.

Why it matters

Spider-Noir will offer a fresh take on the Spider-Man mythos, exploring a more cynical and guarded version of the character in the backdrop of the Great Depression. The supporting characters of Janet and Robbie are expected to play crucial roles in keeping Reilly grounded and helping him investigate the various villains he'll face, including Electro, Silvermane, Molten Man, Sandman, and the second live-action Black Cat.

The details

Ben Reilly, played by Mike Colter, is a former superhero who has become a world-weary private investigator. He'll be joined by Karen Rodriguez as Janet, Reilly's sharp and loyal secretary, and Lamorne Morris as Robbie Robertson, Reilly's best friend and a dedicated freelance journalist. The trio will work together to solve cases and confront the villains plaguing 1930s New York.

  • Spider-Noir is set to premiere on May 27, 2026 on MGM+ and Prime Video.

The players

Ben Reilly

A former superhero who has become a world-weary private investigator in 1930s New York.

Janet

Reilly's sharp and loyal secretary, who helps keep his detective agency running and keeps Reilly honest.

Robbie Robertson

Reilly's best friend and a dedicated freelance journalist, who helps investigate cases and push for answers.

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What they’re saying

“It's a little three-headed team: Ben, Janet, and Robbie. They're always solving the cases together in their own way.”

— Oren Uziel, Showrunner (Esquire)

What’s next

Fans can look forward to the premiere of Spider-Noir on May 27, 2026, when they'll be able to see the crime-fighting trio of Ben Reilly, Janet, and Robbie in action.

The takeaway

Spider-Noir promises to offer a unique and gritty take on the Spider-Man mythos, with Ben Reilly's cynical and guarded private investigator being supported by the reliable and resourceful duo of Janet and Robbie. This trio is expected to drive the show's investigative storylines and confront the various villains that threaten 1930s New York.