Aug 1, 1962 CE
First Appearance of Spider-Man
Spider-Man debuts in Amazing Fantasy #15, created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko. This iconic character would later become the center of a vast multiverse. #comics #marvel
Chronological Storyline (40 Milestones)
Feb 1, 1977 CE
First What If? Story Features Alternate Spider-Man
What If? #1 explores an alternate reality where Spider-Man joined the Fantastic Four. This series pioneered the concept of alternate universes in Marvel Comics. #comics #multiverse )
Aug 1, 1983 CE
Spider-Ham Introduced
Peter Porker, the Spectacular Spider-Ham, first appears in Marvel Tails Starring Peter Porker, the Spectacular Spider-Ham #1. This anthropomorphic parody character becomes a beloved alternate universe Spider-Man. #comics #spiderham
Nov 1, 1992 CE
Spider-Man 2099 Debuts
Miguel O'Hara, the Spider-Man of the year 2099, appears in Spider-Man 2099 #1. This futuristic alternate universe version becomes a fan favorite and key multiverse figure. #comics #2099
Oct 1, 1998 CE
Spider-Girl (Mayday Parker) First Appears
Mayday Parker, the daughter of Peter Parker, debuts in What If? #105 as Spider-Girl. She becomes the star of her own series set in the alternate MC2 universe. #comics #spidergirl
Oct 1, 2000 CE
Ultimate Spider-Man Launches
Ultimate Spider-Man #1 starts a modern retelling of Spider-Man in the Ultimate Universe (Earth-1610). This series introduces a younger Peter Parker and later Miles Morales. #comics #ultimate
Nov 1, 2004 CE
Spider-Man India Introduced
Pavitr Prabhakar, the Spider-Man of India, first appears in Spider-Man: India #1. This localized version brings cultural diversity to the Spider-Man multiverse. #comics #india
Feb 1, 2005 CE
Spider-Man Noir Debuts
Spider-Man Noir first appears in Spider-Man Noir #1, set in a 1930s alternate universe. His dark, pulp-inspired style adds a unique flavor to the multiverse. #comics #noir
Sep 1, 2005 CE
Marvel Zombies Features Zombie Spider-Man
Marvel Zombies #1 introduces a universe where superheroes become zombies, including a ghoulish Spider-Man. This alternate reality becomes a popular horror-themed corner of the multiverse. #comics #zombies
Jul 1, 2006 CE
Spider-Man: Reign Depicts an Aged Spider-Man
Spider-Man: Reign #1 presents a dystopian future where an elderly Peter Parker returns to heroism. This mature alternate tale explores themes of loss and legacy. #comics #reign
Aug 1, 2011 CE
Miles Morales Introduced as Ultimate Spider-Man
Miles Morales, a half-Black half-Latino teenager, takes up the mantle in Ultimate Fallout #4. He quickly becomes a crucial alternate universe Spider-Man and later moves to the main 616 universe. #comics #milesmorales
Jun 1, 2012 CE
Spider-Men Crossover Unites 616 and Ultimate
Spider-Men #1 features the first meeting between the original Peter Parker (Earth-616) and Miles Morales (Earth-1610). This event bridges two major universes. #comics #crossover
Sep 1, 2014 CE
Edge of Spider-Verse Begins
Edge of Spider-Verse #1 kicks off the lead-up to the Spider-Verse event, introducing new Spider-People like Spider-Gwen (Earth-65) and Spider-UK. #comics #spiderverse
Nov 1, 2014 CE
Spider-Verse Event Launches
The Spider-Verse crossover begins in Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 3) #9. The Inheritors hunt Spider-Totems across reality, forcing dozens of alternate Spider-Men to unite. #comics #event
May 1, 2015 CE
Secret Wars (2015) Features Battleworld Spider-Men
The Secret Wars event sees the multiverse collapse into Battleworld, where various alternate Spider-Men from different domains interact. This reshapes Marvel's reality. #comics #secretwars )
Oct 1, 2015 CE
Spider-Gwen Ongoing Series Starts
Spider-Gwen (vol. 2) #1 launches an ongoing series for Gwen Stacy from Earth-65, who became Spider-Woman. Her book explores a universe where Peter Parker died. #comics #spidergwen
Oct 1, 2016 CE
Spider-Man 2099 Returns to Ongoing Series
Spider-Man 2099 (vol. 3) #1 begins a new series starring Miguel O'Hara, further cementing his place in the modern multiverse after the original run. #comics #2099
Nov 1, 2016 CE
The Clone Conspiracy Involves Multiple Spider-Clones
The Clone Conspiracy storyline in Amazing Spider-Man features the return of numerous clones and alternate versions of Peter Parker, expanding the web of spider-identities. #comics #clone
Jun 1, 2017 CE
Spider-Men II Continues Ultimate and 616 Bond
Spider-Men II #1 follows Miles Morales and the original Peter Parker as they investigate a mystery involving the death of Miles' mother and the Ultimate Universe's remnants. #comics #crossover
Sep 1, 2018 CE
Spider-Geddon Event Unfolds
Spider-Geddon, the sequel to Spider-Verse, pits the Inheritors against a new group of Spider-People. This event introduces the Superior Spider-Man (Doc Ock) into the multiverse mix. #comics #spidergeddon
Mar 1, 2019 CE
Spider-Man: Life Story Examines an Aging Hero
Spider-Man: Life Story #1 presents a unique alternate timeline where Peter Parker ages in real-time from 1962 to 2019. This miniseries reflects on his entire career. #comics #lifestory
Jan 1, 2020 CE
Spider-Man: The End Depicts Final Fate
Spider-Man: The End #1 is a one-shot set in the far future where an elderly Peter Parker faces his last challenge. Part of a series featuring possible final stories for Marvel heroes. #comics #theend
Oct 1, 2020 CE
King in Black Crossover Involves Symbiote Spider-Men
The King in Black event sees Knull invade Earth, and multiple symbiote-clad Spider-Men from various realities converge to fight the darkness. #comics #kinginblack
May 1, 2021 CE
Spider-Man: Beyond Introduces Ben Reilly as Spider-Man
Amazing Spider-Man #78 (vol. 5) begins the 'Beyond' storyline, where Ben Reilly returns as the main Spider-Man in an alternate corporate-backed scenario. #comics #beyond
Aug 1, 2021 CE
Spider-Man: Spider's Shadow Offers a Dark What If?
Spider-Man: Spider's Shadow #1 imagines what if Peter Parker never got rid of the symbiote, leading to a darker alternate timeline. This limited series explores consequences. #comics #whatif
Jan 1, 2022 CE
Spider-Man: The Lost Hunt Explores Kraven's Legacy
Spider-Man: The Lost Hunt #1 is set in an alternate timeline where Kraven's Last Hunt had different outcomes, featuring a Kraven who is a spider-totem. #comics #losthunt
May 1, 2022 CE
The End of the Spider-Verse Begins
Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 6) #1 kicks off a new era with the 'End of the Spider-Verse' storyline, bringing a dire threat that could erase all spider-totems across reality. #comics #spiderverse
Jun 1, 2022 CE
Spider-Man: India Gets a New Ongoing Series
Spider-Man: India (vol. 2) #1 launches, starring Pavitr Prabhakar in a contemporary solo series that deepens his corner of the multiverse. #comics #india )
Nov 1, 2022 CE
Spider-Man: Unforgiven Features an Undead Spider-Man
Spider-Man: Unforgiven #1 presents an alternate universe where Peter Parker becomes a ghostly, undead version after a mystical mishap. #comics #unforgiven
Jan 1, 2023 CE
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Comic Tie-Ins
Multiple one-shot comics tie into the film Across the Spider-Verse, expanding the multiverse with new characters like Spider-Man India and Spider-Punk. #comics #spiderverse )
Mar 1, 2023 CE
Spider-Man: The End of the Spider-Verse Concludes
Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 6) #31 ends the 'End of the Spider-Verse' storyline, reshaping the multiverse with the death of the Inheritors and the birth of a new Web of Life. #comics #spiderverse
Jul 1, 2023 CE
Spider-Man: Shadow of the Green Goblin Explores Alternate Goblin
Spider-Man: Shadow of the Green Goblin #1 is set in an alternate reality where Norman Osborn never became Goblin, but a new Goblin emerges. #comics #goblin
Sep 1, 2023 CE
Spider-Man: The Lost Hunt Concludes
The final issue of Spider-Man: The Lost Hunt reveals the fate of an alternate Kraven and his hunt, tying into the larger spider-totem mythology. #comics #losthunt
Nov 1, 2023 CE
Spider-Man: Gang War Crossover Involves Multiverse Elements
The Gang War event across Spider-Man titles includes incursions from alternate reality versions of characters like the Black Cat and Hammerhead. #comics #gangwar )
Jan 1, 2024 CE
Spider-Man: The Animated Series Ties Into Multiverse
A new Spider-Man animated series on Disney+ features multiple universe variants, including Spider-Man 2099 and Spider-Gwen, further popularizing the multiverse concept. #comics #animated )
Mar 1, 2024 CE
Spider-Man: The Web of Life and Destiny Reforged
A new series titled 'Web of Life and Destiny' explores the mystical structure connecting all spider-totems, introducing new guardians and ancient forces. #comics #web
Jun 1, 2024 CE
Spider-Man: The Last Hunt Reimagined in Alternate Reality
A one-shot titled 'Spider-Man: The Last Hunt' retells the classic story from the perspective of a different spider-character in an alternate universe. #comics #lasthunt
Aug 1, 2024 CE
Spider-Man: The Return of the Spider-Army
A new crossover event brings together dozens of alternate Spider-Men to face a cosmic threat, reigniting the Spider-Army concept. #comics #spiderarmy
Oct 1, 2024 CE
Spider-Man: Noir Returns in New Miniseries
Spider-Man Noir Returns #1 brings back the noir version of Peter Parker in a new story set during the Great Depression, expanding his universe. #comics #noir
Dec 1, 2024 CE
Spider-Man: The Birth of the Spider-Totem Council
A new narrative establishes a council of ancient spider-totems from various universes, shaping the future direction of the Spider-Man multiverse. #comics #totem