Spider-Man

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  • TV-Y7
  • 1967
  • 3 Seasons
  • 7.3  (4,045)

Spider-Man, the hit television series of the late 1960s, was among the very first adaptations of the infamous web-slinger from Marvel Comics. The show premiered on September 9, 1967, on ABC and was broadcasted in full color. The show followed the heroic adventures of Peter Parker, better known as Spider-Man as he worked to foil the schemes of various villains and protect the citizens of New York City.

The animation style of Spider-Man was a combination of traditional hand-drawn animation and a distinctive limited animation style that was commonly used in television animation in the 1960s. This technique enabled the animators to produce the series with the limited budget they had.

Throughout the series, the characters were voiced by a talented cast that brought them to life in a way that made audiences feel like they were right there with them. The titular character of Spider-Man was voiced by the talented Paul Soles, whose take on the character brought a sense of youthful energy and confidence to the role. Soles' performance added a layer of emotion to Peter's character, making audiences feel his struggles as he tries to balance his superhero and personal life.

Spider-Man's main plotline centered around Peter Parker's life as a photographer for the Daily Bugle and his secret identity as the web-slinging vigilante of New York City. In each 22 minute episode, Spider-Man fought against a new villain, with each episode featuring a different villain from Spider-Man's vast array of foes.

Each episode began with the iconic spider-signal lighting up the night sky, signaling Spider-Man to action. After changing into his signature red and blue suit, Spider-Man would swing through the city streets in search of his next challenge. Once he found his target, a thrilling battle would ensue between Spider-Man and the villain, who he had to outsmart and overpower.

The series was known for its fantastic writing, which often incorporated the subplots of Peter's personal life into the action scenes. Peter Parker's relationships with his love interest Gwen Stacy and his boss, J. Jonah Jameson was often explored in each episode, making the characters more relatable to the audience.

The show also managed to capture the essence of the Spider-Man comics perfectly. The show's writers and directors closely followed the original comics, basing many of the episodes on popular story arcs.

One of the most significant contributions of the series to Spider-Man's mythos was the creation of the 'Spider-Sense.' The Spider-Sense allowed Peter/the viewers to determine when danger was near, providing a powerful and central theme throughout the series. Its inclusion in the show made it a hallmark of the character, and it has been a defining characteristic ever since.

The series also made a significant contribution to the Spider-Man theme song catalog with its catchy opening theme song, which is still one of the most iconic themes in television history. The song's upbeat and catchy melody set the stage for each episode and provided the perfect intro to Spider-Man's world.

Overall, Spider-Man was a significant achievement in comic book adaptation, providing viewers with an excellent combination of action, drama, and humor. It's a testament to the show's quality that it remains so highly regarded after more than fifty years since its original airing.

In conclusion, Spider-Man is a seminal part of not only Spider-Man's legacy but television history as well. The show was a massive success, and it's a testament to its quality that its influence on television remains prevalent and relevant to this day.

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Trip to Tomorrow
13. Trip to Tomorrow
June 14, 1970
After falling inside a train, Spider-Man narrates tales of his adventures to a boy who is running away and wants to become a superhero.
Down to Earth
12. Down to Earth
June 7, 1970
Peter Parker is sent out by the Bugle to take photos of the giant meteor that recently crashed. He soon finds himself tied up as Green Men creep out of the South Pole caves to sacrifice the meteor to their Geyser God!
Specialists and Slaves
11. Specialists and Slaves
May 31, 1970
The Radiation Specialist is out of prison with a dastardly new plan to take over Manhattan! By luring Spider-Man out of the city with a runaway car, the Specialist uses Manhattan's only active Nuclear Reactor to take over the city, causing it to rise out of the Hudson River into the sky and turn New Yorkers into his Spider-Man hunting slaves!
Revolt in the Fifth Dimension
10. Revolt in the Fifth Dimension
May 24, 1970
Spider-Man comes up against The Infinita of Dimensia 5! As a key researcher for the Library of Garth crashes on Earth, it's up to Spider-Man to protect the entire library that's been saved on a tiny jewel! Will our Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man be able to defeat the X-Ray Intelligence of the Infinata, or will he submit to their devious mind games?
Rhino / The Madness of Mysterio
9. Rhino / The Madness of Mysterio
May 17, 1970
The walloping Rhino sets his sights on some gold bouillon, trashing submarines, trains, and armored cars! Will Spider-Man be able to put a stop to the unstoppable? Or will he be left in the wreckage of the Rhino's wake? ''The Madness of Mysterio'': Mysterio returns to hit Spider-Man with some special effects that shrink him down to size. How will the six-inch tall Webhead make it through Mysterio's funhouse of gigantic proportions?
Rollarama
8. Rollarama
May 10, 1968
While snooping around Professor Carl Von Lutz's abandoned house, Peter Parker and Sue unwittingly unleash a Giant Expanding Roller Ball that threatens the free world! Spider-Man wanders into the world of the plant-like humanoids known as The Vegio to find the device that can shrink the ball back down to size. Can Spider-Man "plant one on 'em" in time to stop the Rolling Ball of Destruction from colliding with a missile silo?
Up From Nowhere
7. Up From Nowhere
May 3, 1970
Dr. Atlantean, the Gilled Menace of the Seven Seas strikes Manhattan, displaying his "Sweet Tune of Destruction" by submerging Manhattan and causing earthquakes. Can Spider-Man spoil the plans of the deranged scientist bent on conquering the surface world or will he find himself walking the plank?
Knights Must Fall / The Devious Dr. Dumpty
6. Knights Must Fall / The Devious Dr. Dumpty
April 26, 1970
King Arthur the play is in town and one of the Knights of the Round Table is at large! Can Spider-Man save his job at the Daily Bugle, and defeat Sir Galahad before he steals King Arthur's sword? Find out! "The Devious Dr. Dumpty": The Dastardly Man of Science Dr. Dumpty goes on a gas filled crime spree! Stealing a million dollars in jewels from starlet Rachelle Wells, the Mad Doctor attempts to steal a golden mask from Africa, but will Peter Parker's science know-how overcome the Doctor's?
Super Swami / The Birth of Microman
5. Super Swami / The Birth of Microman
April 19, 1970
While napping after a long night on patrol, Spider-Man wakes up to an unprecedented illusion! A floating Eye, firing beams of fire, causes blizzards in the heat of summer and bridges and tunnels to disappear, all caused by Coga the Great Super Swami of Storms! How will our favorite Wall-Crawler escape the Swami's Snow Globe of Doom to save Manhattan? "The Birth of Micro Man": Peter Parker unwillingly helps the fugitive Micro Man get away from prison. Realizing his mistake, will Spider-Man be able to survive his shrink ray to put an end to the Kingdom Come Machine?
The Vanishing Doctor Vespasian / Scourge of the Scarf
4. The Vanishing Doctor Vespasian / Scourge of the Scarf
April 12, 1970
A mad genius, Doctor Vespasian, discovers a breakthrough chemical that allows him to become invisible. Using his new power of invisibility, Doctor Vespasian goes on a bank robbing spree. Fed up with the unending string of robberies, the city asks Spider-Man for help.
Sky Harbor / The Big Brainwasher
3. Sky Harbor / The Big Brainwasher
April 5, 1970
A disgruntled and delusional Baron from WWII has emerged from his mountain stronghold and takes a jet liner hostage demanding rule for the sky. The United Nations meet to discuss the Baron's demands and seek help from Spider-Man. "The Big Brainwasher:" The Kingpin and his goons create a mind-control machine and use it to manipulate powerful city officials. Spider-Man discovers the plan and leaps into action to stop the Kingpin.
Trouble With Snow / Spiderman Vs. Desperado
2. Trouble With Snow / Spiderman Vs. Desperado
March 29, 1970
When a hi-voltage electric cable is accidentally cut, it falls into a toxic lake and onto a snowman. This uncanny series of events brings the snowman to life and creates an unstoppable monster made of snow. The monster rampages through the city and accumulates more and more snow, becoming a huge and terrible force that Spider-Man must find a way to destroy! "Spider-Man Vs. Desperado:" Spider-Man encounters a flying cowboy on an electric horse. As he follows the intriguing character, Spider-Man witnesses the kooky cowboy perpetrate a bank heist and goes on a wild ride to round-up... the Desperado!
The Winged Thing / Conner's Reptiles
1. The Winged Thing / Conner's Reptiles
March 22, 1970
The Vulture is back in town and he's spreading fear across the city in hopes that the fear he creates will lead to his eventual rule! Refusing to let this happen to his beloved city, Spider-Man sets out to capture the Vulture and put him away once and for all. But are the two too evenly matched for Spider-Man to win? Will the Vulture finally out-smart the friendly neighborhood Spider-Man? "Conner's Reptiles:" J. Jonah Jameson sends Peter Parker to the Florida everglades to cover a developing story about Dr. Conner's new serum that increases reptile intelligence. When he arrives, Spider-Man finds out that Dr. Conner has been kidnapped by one of his creations!
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  • Premiere Date
    September 9, 1967
  • IMDB Rating
    7.3  (4,045)