Disney’s D23 Expo delivered a packed panel dedicated entirely to Spider-Man, celebrating 65 years of the beloved web-slinger. The Saturday event at the Anaheim Convention Center featured Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige, Spider-Man: Brand New Day actor Jacob Batalon, and Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man showrunner Jeff Trammell on stage. The panel delivered multiple major announcements across animation, comics, and streaming.
Although Tom Holland did not appear in person, he sent a video message to the audience. The 30-year-old actor spoke about what the character means to him.
“Playing Peter Parker is my dream, and getting to live that dream has been one of the greatest privileges of my career.”
Kevin Feige reflected on Spider-Man’s lasting appeal and what lies ahead for the franchise.
“There is so much story to tell, that even after 65 years, we’re just starting.”
Jacob Batalon, who plays Ned Leeds in the Spider-Man films, also shared his thoughts on being part of the franchise.
“Truly just, wherever the story takes us, we’re willing to follow. I feel like we all work with amazing people who make great things and just want to be a part of something you all love.”
The audience even started chanting “C-E-O” at Batalon during the panel, and he playfully ribbed Feige about getting his own show.
Milestone Comic Amazing Spider-Man #1000 Arrives in September
One of the biggest surprises from the panel was the announcement of Amazing Spider-Man #1000, a milestone comic issue arriving in September 2026. The issue will feature an interview between Tom Holland and director Destin Daniel Cretton.
The comic introduces a new villain named Ravage, described as Spider-Man’s first new fear-inducing formidable foe in decades. The issue also marks the comic book writing debut of Noah Hawley, the creator of the Fargo television series.
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Season 2 Trailer Reveals Venom, Gwen Stacy, and New Villains
The panel showed a sneak peek of Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Season 2. The footage revealed several major developments for the Disney+ animated series.
Gwen Stacy and Eddie Brock will appear in the new season, both working for the Daily Bugle. The trailer showed Doctor Octopus attacking a gala and kidnapping Harry Osborn after a brief fight with Spider-Man. The teaser also showed Peter Parker getting exposed to the Venom symbiote, which transforms into the iconic black suit.
The Season 2 villain lineup is significantly larger than the first season. Alongside returning villains like Scorpion, Doctor Octopus, and Norman Osborn, the new season adds Rhino, The Lizard, and Eddie Brock (who will likely become Venom). The season will also feature Daredevil and Ghost-Spider.
Showrunner Jeff Trammell addressed the expanded villain roster.
“Season 1 was setting the board. Season 2, we get to play the game.”
Fans had complained that Season 1 relied too heavily on lesser-known villains like Unicorn and Butane. Season 2 appears to directly address that criticism by bringing in more classic Spider-Man foes.
The release date for Season 2 has been pushed back. Originally scheduled for fall 2026, the series will now premiere in January 2027. Season 1 holds a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and won an Emmy for Outstanding Voice Directing for an Animated Series.
Spidey and His Amazing Friends Renewed for Historic Season 7
Alyssa Sapire, head of Disney Jr. Original Programming, confirmed that Marvel’s Spidey and His Amazing Friends has been renewed for a seventh season.
The preschool animated series has become Marvel’s most-watched TV show on Disney+, amassing nearly 1.3 billion hours streamed globally. It is now the longest-running Spider-Man television series of all time, surpassing previous record holders.
The show follows the adventures of Peter Parker, Miles Morales, and Gwen Stacy as they team up as Team Spidey to protect their community. Seasons 1 through 4 are currently available to stream on Disney+. Season 5 debuted last month and is off to the strongest start of any new season since Season 1. Season 6 is expected in 2027, followed by Season 7 in 2028.
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Spidey and the Avengers: Halloween Team-Up! Special Announced
Alongside the Season 7 renewal, Disney also announced a new special titled Spidey and the Avengers: Halloween Team-Up!. The special will premiere on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. EDT/PDT on Disney Jr. and Disney Jr. on Demand. It will be available to stream on Disney+ the following day.
The special features guest voice appearances from Grammy-nominated musicians Patrick Stump of Fall Out Boy and Este Haim of HAIM. Stump voices the villain Jack O’Lantern, while Haim voices Hallows Eve. Stump also serves as the series’ composer and songwriter and wrote two new songs for the special, including “Hallows’ Eve Theme.” Both songs were released by Walt Disney Records on August 16.
The special brings together Spidey and the Avengers for a Halloween-themed adventure, expanding the show’s crossover appeal.
Spider-Man’s Legacy and Global Reach
The D23 panel also highlighted Spider-Man’s massive cultural footprint. The character has expanded across films, television shows, video games, and comics, becoming one of the most recognizable superheroes in the world.
Beyond entertainment, Disney also shared updates on the Spider-Man-themed expansion at Shanghai Disney Resort, which is currently under construction. The new land will be the ninth themed area at the resort and will feature immersive experiences based on the Marvel superhero.
The panel celebrated Spider-Man’s 65-year legacy while looking at the many projects currently in development across animation, comics, and theme parks. From the milestone Amazing Spider-Man #1000 comic to the record-breaking seventh season of Spidey and His Amazing Friends, Marvel showed that the web-slinger remains one of its most valuable and beloved characters.
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