Forget Spider-Man, get ready for Noir! Prime Video’s upcoming live-action series throws a curveball, ditching the web-slinger moniker for a title that evokes the show’s gritty 1930s setting. The official synopsis paints a picture of a washed-up private investigator, played by the legendary Nicolas Cage, forced to confront his shrouded past as New York City’s sole masked vigilante.

This isn’t your typical Spider-Man origin story. Here, Peter Parker takes a backseat, leaving Cage to embody the webbed wonder in a whole new way. Cage’s involvement is a stroke of genius. He not only brings a wealth of acting experience to the table, but also boasts a pre-existing connection to the character. Cage’s voice brought Spider-Man Noir to life in the critically acclaimed “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,” a film largely responsible for the character’s recent surge in popularity.

Cage’s distinctive voice perfectly captured the essence of this out-of-time hero. His trademark expressiveness translates seamlessly to the character, and his animated performances, both facial and physical, are finally poised to shine in their full glory. The transition from animation to live-action promises to unleash a whole new dimension to Cage’s portrayal of Spider-Man Noir.