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The Spectacular Spider-Man (2008)

The Spectacular Spider-Man is a 2D-animated series based on the titular Marvel Comics superhero, produced by Marvel Entertainment. Despite its popularity, the show was canceled after only two seasons and 26 episodes, airing from 2008 to 2009.

The Spectacular Spider-Man
The Spectacular Spider-Man
TV-Y7
Action
Animation
Superhero
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Cast
Josh Keaton , Lacey Chabert , james arnold taylor , Daran Norris , Vanessa Marshall , Joshua LeBar , Alanna Ubach , Clancy Brown , Alan Rachins
Release Date
March 8, 2008
Seasons
2
Streaming Service(s)
Disney+
Franchise(s)
Marvel
Writers
Greg Weisman , Kevin Hopps , Matt Wayne , Andrew Robinson , Randy Jandt , Nicole Dubuc
Directors
Victor Cook , Jennifer Coyle , Dave Bullock , Troy Adomitis , Dan Fausett , Kevin Altieri , Michael Goguen
Main Genre
Action
Creator(s)
Greg Weisman , Victor Cook

Summary

The Spectacular Spider-Man is a 2D-animated series based on the titular Marvel Comics superhero, produced by Marvel Entertainment. Despite its popularity, the show was canceled after only two seasons and 26 episodes, airing from 2008 to 2009.

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