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Charlie Cox Stars in Marvel’s Upcoming Animated Series “Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man”

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Key Takeaways:

– The new Marvel Animation series, Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, does not occur in the main Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) but rather in an alternate setting.
– In this fresh narrative, Norman Osborn mentors Peter Parker.
– Charlie Cox reprises his role as Matt Murdock in the new series.

The Spider-Man Universe Expands

Marvel’s world of animation is growing bigger! After the immense success of X-Men ’97, fans are ready for more. And guess what? Marvel Animation has another treat in the pipeline. It’s a new Spider-Man show! But this time it has an exciting twist.

Enter the “Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man”

The new animated series, earlier known as Spider-Man: Freshman Year, is titled “Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man”. Don’t mistake it for another spin-off of the main MCU. It’s set in an alternate universe where Norman Osborn is Peter Parker’s mentor. It’s not everyday Spider-Man gets mentored by one of his archenemies! So gear up for a different, thrilling, and engaging story.

Charlie Cox Returns as Matt Murdock

Another twist in the tale, Charlie Cox, who we know as Matt Murdock from Daredevil, is reprising his role in this Spider-Man series. While speaking at Fan Expo Boston 2024, he shared his experience of recording for the new series. He seems as excited as all of us about Daredevil’s entry into this new Spider-Man realm!

Meet the Star-Studded Cast

Cox isn’t the only star shining in the series. Peter Parker’s voice will be provided by Hudson Thames. The voice cast also includes Paul F. Tompkins as Bentley Wittman, Eugene Byrd as Lonnie Lincoln, and Grace Song as Nico Minoru. We also have Hugh Dancy adding voice to Doctor Octopus, Kari Wahlgren for Aunt May and Zeno Robinson for Harry Osborn.

A Bevy of Villains Awaits Spider-Man

Our friendly Spider-Man will face off a range of villains like the Unicorn, Chameleon, and Scorpion. Speed Demon, Tarantula, Rhino, Butane, Carmela Black, and Otto Octavius/Doctor Octopus also join the villain roster. Expect some jaw-dropping battles that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

How Does the New Series Fit in the MCU?

Brad Winderbaum, Marvel Studios’ Head of Streaming, explains that the series follows a pattern similar to Captain America: Civil War. It features the famous moment when Peter retrieves a broken Blu-ray player from the trash and enters his apartment to find an unexpected mentor waiting for him. Only this time, it’s not Tony Stark, but Norman Osborn who offers him guidance. This sets his life on an unexpected trajectory colliding with numerous unpredictable characters from the Marvel Universe.

To sum it up, Marvel fans, buckle up for a roller-coaster ride with the new animated series, “Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man”. The different setting, fresh narrative, and power-packed cast promises a thrilling experience. So, stay tuned for more updates and get ready to join Spider-Man on this exciting new journey!

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Megan Dianehttps://www.projectcasting.com
Hi, I'm Megan Browne, the Head of Partnerships at Project Casting - a job board for the entertainment industry. As Head of Partnerships, I help businesses find the best talent for their influencer campaigns, photo shoots, and film productions. Creating these partnerships has enabled me to help businesses scale and reach their true potential. I'm excited to continue driving growth by connecting people with projects they're passionate about.

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