Marvel is finally answering decades of fan demands with Spider-Man ’94, a four-issue comic series that continues the story of the beloved Spider-Man: The Animated Series (1994–1998). While an animated revival like *X-Men ’97* isn’t happening (yet), this comic serves as the official “next season” of the classic show—picking up right after its infamous cliffhanger ending.
What We Know About Spider-Man ’94
- Release Date: September 3, 2025 (Issue #1).
- Writer: J.M. DeMatteis (Spider-Man comics veteran & writer on the original series).
- Artist: Jim Towe (Spider-Verse vs. Venomverse).
- Covers by: Nick Bradshaw, Ron Lim, John Tyler Christopher.
The Story So Far
- The ’90s series ended with Peter Parker and Mary Jane lost in the multiverse, separated from their reality.
- *Spider-Man ’94* brings them back to New York—but with two major comic-book villains making their animated universe debut.
- DeMatteis promises new threats, twists, and the same ’90s vibe that made the show iconic.
Why This Matters
- Closure at Last: Fans have waited 27 years to see what happened after the finale.
- New Villains: While unconfirmed, speculation points to Kraven the Hunter or Mysterio (neither appeared in the original show).
- Animated Universe Expansion: Like *X-Men ’92* before *X-Men ’97*, this could test the waters for a future revival.
Will This Lead to an Animated Revival?
Marvel is currently focused on Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man (the new animated series), but if *Spider-Man ’94* sells well, a Disney+ revival isn’t off the table. After all, *X-Men ’97* only happened because of fan demand—and Spider-Man: TAS has an even bigger cult following.
Final Verdict
For ’90s kids who grew up with this Spidey, *Spider-Man ’94* is a must-read. Whether it sparks a full-blown revival or not, it’s a love letter to one of the greatest superhero cartoons ever.
