Here’s The Cast Of ‘Spider-Noir’ And Who They’re Playing

BusinessHollywood & EntertainmentHere’s The Cast Of ‘Spider-Noir’ And Who They’re PlayingByOlivia Singh,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Olivia Singh is a reporter covering TV and film. Follow AuthorMay 27, 2026, 08:00am EDTThe Spider, played by Nicolas Cage, in "Spider-Noir." Prime VideoAfter decades of unconventional and eccentric film roles, Oscar winner Nicolas Cage is ready to lead a TV show. Cage stars as protagonist Ben Reilly, also known by his alter ego, The Spider, in Prime Video’s new TV series Spider-Noir. Set in 1930s New York, the show follows Ben, a private investigator who’s been in a rut since the death of a loved one. But with villains running amok across the city, Ben must decide whether to suit up once more as the masked hero.The eight-episode live-action series is based on Marvel’s Spider-Man Noir comic book series and will be available to stream in both true-hue full color and authentic black and white. Here’s the cast of Spider-Noir and which characters they’re playing.Nicolas Cage As Ben Reilly/The SpiderNicolas Cage as Ben Reilly in "Spider-Noir."Prime VideoCage’s expansive filmography includes more than 100 roles, from his minor part in Fast Times at Ridgemont High to his Oscar-winning role in Leaving Las Vegas. Cage starred alongside Johhn Travolta in the thriller Face/Off and played Cher’s love interest in the rom-com Moonstruck. He also played Ben Gates in the National Treasure films and starred as the titular character in Osgood Perkins’ 2024 horror film Longlegs.MORE FOR YOUAlthough Spider-Noir marks Cage’s first-ever leading role in a TV series, the actor has appeared in his fair share of superhero films. He portrayed Johnny Blaze/Ghost Rider in Ghost Rider and its 2011 sequel, Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance, played Damon Macready/Big Daddy in Kick-Ass and had a cameo as Superman in the 2023 film The Flash. Cage also voiced Spider-Man Noir in the 2018 animated...