During a presentation by Sony Pictures Animation for their upcoming film slate, some details for theirUntitled Animated Spider-Man Projectwere revealed at long last. In addition to the confirmation that the project would be a stand-alone feature, it’s now official: Miles Morales is coming to the big screen! We’ll have more up shortly, but for now, take a look at Sony’s announcements.
Written byPhil Lordand executive produced by Lord andChris Miller, and directed byBob Persichetti(The Little Prince) andPeter Ramsey(Rise of the Guardians), the Sony film is due to open July 25, 2025.
Check out Sony’s live-tweet of the event below:
Unfortunately, no casting announcements or shortlists have been made just yet; we’re hoping that changes soon. BeforeTom Hollandswung into the role of Peter Parker in the Marvel/Sony movies, there wasa rumorthat the new live-action Spider-Man could possibly be Miles Morales. That didn’t quite pan out since Morales will still be in animated form, but at least it’s a step forward. Comics writer and the character’s co-creatorBrian Michael Bendispushed forMiles Morales to be Marvel’s Spider-Man, not just in the alternate universe stories, but in earnest. Bendis returned with co-creator and artistSara Pichellifor Morales' lead in Marvel’s “Spider-Man” which launched last February.His origin storywould certainly be a refreshing change as opposed to seeing Parker’s tale again.
The teenage son of an African-American father and a Puerto Rican mother, Miles Morales took on the mantle of Spider-Man back in 2011 in Marvel’s Ultimate storyline. He originally replaced Peter Parker after his death, but after the ‘Secret Wars’ arc condensed Marvel’s titles, Morales took on the role of patrolling New York City while his mentor Peter Parker (alive and well) takes his crimefighting to a more global level.
Morales has appeared in animated form before on the Disney XD seriesUltimate Spider-Man(voiced by bothDonald GloverandOgie Banks) and as a playable character in numerous video games.
Are you excited to see Miles Morales in a feature film? Who should voice the role? Be sure to let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
