Spider-Man
Creation & Design
Spider-Man was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Steve Ditko, first appearing in Amazing Fantasy #15 in 1962. The character was designed to be a relatable teenager dealing with everyday problems while also being a superhero.Early Years
Peter Parker, a high school student, gains spider-like abilities after being bitten by a radioactive spider. He initially uses his powers for personal gain but learns the importance of responsibility after the death of his Uncle Ben.Character Development
Over the years, Spider-Man has evolved from a teenage superhero to a more mature character dealing with complex issues such as loss, responsibility, and the balance between his personal life and superhero duties.Cultural Reception
Spider-Man is one of the most popular and enduring superheroes, praised for his relatability and the depth of his character. He has received critical acclaim and has a massive fanbase.Cultural Legacy
Spider-Man has become a cultural icon, inspiring countless adaptations across television, film, and video games. The character's slogan, 'With great power comes great responsibility,' has permeated popular culture. Spider-Man remains one of the best-selling superheroes of all time and continues to influence new generations of comic book writers and readers.Character Details
Real Name:
Peter Parker
Aliases:
Spidey, Web-Slinger, Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Avengers, Fantastic Four, Spider-Verse
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Wall-crawling, Spider-sense, Genius-level intellect
Equipment:
Web-shooters, Spider-Tracers, Costume
Weight:
167lbs
Height:
5' 7"
Eye Color:
hazel
Hair Color:
brown
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Variant third printing cover art by Mike Wieringo
Variant third printing cover art by Mike Wieringo
Civil War #2
Marvel
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2006
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Vol. 1
Spider-Man reveals his identity to the world
Amazing Spider-Man #539
Marvel
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2007
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Vol. 1
Return to the black Spider-Man costume
Variant black and white second printing cover art by Francis Leinil Yu
Variant black and white second printing cover art by Francis Leinil Yu
Variant cover art by Leinil Francis Yu
Variant cover art by Brian Hitch
Second printing
Variant cover art by David Finch
Amazing Spider-Man #567
Marvel
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2008
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Sasha Kravinoff, the mother of Ana and Vladimir aka Grim Hunter
1st cover appearance of Ana Kravinoff
Spider-Man wears Daredevil suit
1st appearance of Sasha Kravinoff, the mother of Ana and Vladimir aka Grim Hunter
1st cover appearance of Ana Kravinoff
Spider-Man wears Daredevil suit
Variant cover art by John Romita Sr.
Amazing Spider-Man #571
Marvel
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2008
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Vol. 1
2nd appearance of Anti-Venom
Variant cover art featuring Stephen Colbert
Cover art inspired by Amazing Fantasy #15
Variant cover art featuring Stephen Colbert
Cover art inspired by Amazing Fantasy #15
Variant cover art by Marko Djurdjevic
Second Printing, yellow background
Variant cover with Obama on right/ Spider-man on left
Spider-Man meets Barack Obama
Inauguration Day edition
Variant cover with Obama on right/ Spider-man on left
Spider-Man meets Barack Obama
Inauguration Day edition
Milestone issue #600
Marriage of Aunt May and J. Jonah Jameson Sr.
Dynamic Forces edition
Limited to 3,499 copies
Variant cover art by Patrick Zircher
70th anniversary of Marvel Comics character frame
Variant cover art by Patrick Zircher
70th anniversary of Marvel Comics character frame
Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew
70th anniversary of Marvel Comics character frame
Variant cover art by Mike Mayhew
70th anniversary of Marvel Comics character frame
Dark Reign: The List - Amazing Spider-Man #1
Marvel
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2010
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Vol. 1
Non-Key
1:100
Variant cover art by Frank Cho
Amazing Spider-Man #638
Marvel
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2010
•
Vol. 1
'One Moment In Time' part one, aftermath of the 'One More Day' story arc where Peter and Mary Jane's marriage was removed from Marvel's mainstream continuity
'One Moment In Time' part one, aftermath of the 'One More Day' story arc where Peter and Mary Jane's marriage was removed from Marvel's mainstream continuity
Variant cover art by Arthur Adams
FF #1
Marvel
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2011
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Vol. 1
1st team appearance of the Future Foundation: Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Thing, Spider-Man
Debut of Spider-Man's Future Foundation costume which repairs itself, changes appearance on demand and generates unlimited webbing
1st team appearance of the Future Foundation: Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Thing, Spider-Man
Debut of Spider-Man's Future Foundation costume which repairs itself, changes appearance on demand and generates unlimited webbing
Amazing Spider-Man #656
Marvel
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2011
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Vol. 1
Debut of Spider-Man Armor MK II, an upgrade to his previous bulletproof armor that allows for better mobility
Origin of Massacre
Debut of Spider-Man Armor MK II, an upgrade to his previous bulletproof armor that allows for better mobility
Origin of Massacre
Variant cover art by Mark Bagley
Variant cover art by Tom Raney
Cover art inspired by Web of Spider-Man #32 (1987), Kraven's Last Hunt - Part 4
Variant cover art by Tom Raney
Cover art inspired by Web of Spider-Man #32 (1987), Kraven's Last Hunt - Part 4
Spider-Men #1
Marvel
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2012
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Vol. 1
First meeting of Peter Parker and Miles Morales, briefly
Variant cover art by Humberto Ramos
Variant cover art by Sara Pichelli
Variant cover art by Marcos Martin
Variant cover art by Sara Pichelli
Variant cover art by Sara Pichelli
Variant cover art by Pasqual Ferry
Cover art celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Amazing Spider-Man
Variant cover art by Pasqual Ferry
Cover art celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Amazing Spider-Man
Variant cover art by Skottie Young
Spider-Man 50th anniversary celebration cover
Variant cover art by Skottie Young
Spider-Man 50th anniversary celebration cover
Variant cover art by Tommy Lee Edwards
D.I.C.E. [Dublin International Comic Expo] 2012 exclusive
Limited to 3,000 copies
Variant cover art by Tommy Lee Edwards
D.I.C.E. [Dublin International Comic Expo] 2012 exclusive
Limited to 3,000 copies
Amazing Spider-Man #700
Marvel
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2013
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Vol. 1
Death of Peter Parker in Doc Ock's body
Doc Ock's consciousness becomes fully seated in Peter Parker's body
Doc Ock makes the choice to become 'Superior Spider-Man'
Death of Peter Parker in Doc Ock's body
Doc Ock's consciousness becomes fully seated in Peter Parker's body
Doc Ock makes the choice to become 'Superior Spider-Man'
Variant cover art by Steve Ditko
Variant sketch cover art by Joe Quesada
Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Store exclusive
Variant cover art by Marcos Martin
featuring the names of past Spider-Man creators printed across the skyline
Variant cover art by Marcos Martin
featuring the names of past Spider-Man creators printed across the skyline
Variant wraparound cover art by Joe Quesada
Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
1st appearance of Teresa Durand, the sister of Peter Parker
112-page hardcover original graphic novel
1st appearance of Teresa Durand, the sister of Peter Parker
112-page hardcover original graphic novel
Amazing Spider-Man #1
Marvel
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2014
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Vol. 3
1st cameo appearance of Cindy Moon, later becomes Silk
1st appearance of Clash
1st cameo appearance of Cindy Moon, later becomes Silk
1st appearance of Clash
Amazing Spider-Man #1.1
Marvel
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2014
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Vol. 3
Origin of Spider-Man
Variant cover art by Jerome Opena
Variant cover art by Alex Ross
Variant cover art by Neal Adams for the premiere of the third series
Exclusive offered by Expert Comics
Variant cover art by Neal Adams for the premiere of the third series
Exclusive offered by Expert Comics
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