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Welcome to the Spider-Verse

With great power comes great complexity—and Spider-Man has one of the most expansive and beloved legacies in all of Marvel Comics.

This hub will guide you through everything from Peter Parker’s classic origin to Miles Morales, Gwen Stacy, and multiversal madness. Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to collect iconic runs, you’re in the right place.

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Where to Start With Spider-Man

Start your Spidey journey with one of these beginner-friendly arcs:

  • Ultimate Spider-Man (2000)
  • Amazing Fantasy #15 & Classic Stan Lee Era
  • Brand New Day / Big Time Era
  • Superior Spider-Man

Full beginner roadmap:
Spider-Man Reading Order Guide

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Best Spider-Man Comics to Read

Want the most iconic or emotional stories?

Check out our curated picks here:
Best Spider-Man Comics Ever

Highlights include:

  • “Kraven’s Last Hunt”
  • “The Night Gwen Stacy Died”
  • “Spider-Verse”
  • “The Death of Spider-Man (Ultimate)”

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Meet the Spider-Family

Spider-Man isn’t alone. Explore these alternate heroes and successors:

  • Miles Morales Reading Guide
  • Spider-Gwen (Gwen Stacy)
  • Spider-Man 2099 (Miguel O’Hara)
  • Spider-Woman (Jessica Drew)
  • Venom Reading Order

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Need More Help?

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FAQs

Where should I start reading Spider-Man comics?

A great place to start is Ultimate Spider-Man (2000) or the original Amazing Fantasy #15. Our guide highlights the best arcs by era.

Do I have to read everything to understand Spider-Man?

No—our reading orders show the essential runs, skipping filler so you can follow Peter Parker, Miles Morales, or Gwen Stacy with ease.

What’s the difference between Peter Parker and Miles Morales?

Peter is the original Spider-Man; Miles is a younger hero from an alternate universe. Both have fantastic, beginner-friendly stories.

What is the Spider-Verse in the comics?

It’s a major crossover that brings together different versions of Spider-Man from across the multiverse—including Spider-Gwen and Spider-Ham.

Are Spider-Man comics connected to the MCU movies?

Not directly, but many storylines (like Civil War or No Way Home) are inspired by key comic arcs we explain in our guides.