Spider-Man - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. Spider-Man, also known as Peter Parker, is a fictional superhero created by writer Stan Lee and artist Steve Ditko for Marvel Comics. He first appeared in Amazing Fantasy #15 in 1962.
- 2. Peter Parker was bitten by a radioactive spider, which gave him superhuman abilities such as enhanced strength, agility, and the ability to cling to walls. He also has a "spider-sense" that warns him of danger.
- 3. Spider-Man is known for his iconic red and blue costume, which features a spider emblem on the chest and a web pattern on the mask and gloves. The costume was designed by Steve Ditko.
- 4. Spider-Man is one of the most popular and enduring superheroes in comic book history. He has appeared in numerous comic book series, TV shows, movies, and video games.
- 5. Peter Parker is a high school student who struggles with balancing his dual identity as Spider-Man and his responsibilities as a student and nephew to his Aunt May.
- 6. Spider-Man's most famous villains include the Green Goblin, Doctor Octopus, Venom, and the Sandman. These villains often challenge Spider-Man both physically and emotionally.
- 7. Spider-Man is a founding member of the superhero team, the Avengers, and has also been a member of the Fantastic Four and the Defenders.
- 8. Peter Parker works as a photographer for the Daily Bugle newspaper, where he sells pictures of himself as Spider-Man to the editor, J. Jonah Jameson.
- 9. Spider-Man's catchphrase is "With great power comes great responsibility," which was famously spoken by his Uncle Ben before his death.
- 10. Spider-Man has been portrayed in live-action films by actors such as Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield, and Tom Holland. The character has also appeared in animated TV shows such as "Spider-Man: The Animated Series" and "Ultimate Spider-Man."