Mon Jan 27 13:00:00 UTC 2025: ## New Spider-Man Animated Series Swings Onto Disney+ This Week
**New York, NY –** Marvel’s *Spider-Man: Freshman Year*, a new animated series featuring a fresh take on the web-slinger, premieres its first two episodes this Wednesday, January 29th, on Disney+. The show, officially under the Marvel Studios banner, boasts a unique cel-shaded 3D animation style inspired by the classic comic book art of Steve Ditko and John Romita Sr., aiming for a “comic book come to life” aesthetic.
The series offers a reimagining of familiar characters, including a surprising mentorship between Peter Parker (Hudson Thames) and Norman Osborn (Colman Domingo). Other villains like Daredevil, Scorpion, and Doctor Octopus will also appear, each with a distinct interpretation. The show’s creators are emphasizing their goal to deliver something different from past Spider-Man cartoons.
Further setting it apart from previous iterations, *Spider-Man: Freshman Year* features an original theme song, “Neighbor Like Me,” a modern blend of hip-hop and classic themes, marking a welcome return to the tradition of thematic intros for Marvel cartoons. Early trailers highlight Peter’s first encounter with Nico Minoru and the fateful spider bite that begins his superhero journey. Early reviews suggest that the unique animation style, fresh storylines, and the return of a classic theme song make this a series worth checking out.
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