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Spider-Man Noir #1 Facsimile Edition – Marvel Comics
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Spider-Man Noir #1 – Facsimile Edition
The original. Reprinted in full. Spider-Man Noir #1 Facsimile Edition brings back the landmark debut issue of one of Marvel’s most beloved and visually distinctive alternate universe stories — reproduced in its entirety, exactly as it was originally published, complete with original advertisements and back matter, in Marvel’s prestigious Facsimile Edition format. Set in a dark, Depression-era 1933 New York City, Spider-Man Noir reimagines Peter Parker’s origin through the lens of classic pulp fiction and hard-boiled crime noir — a world of shadow, corruption, and moral ambiguity where the web-slinger’s story takes on a weight and atmosphere unlike anything in the mainstream Marvel Universe. Written by David Hine and Fabrice Sapolsky with art by Carmine Di Giandomenico, the original series is a masterclass in world-building and genre-blending that has only grown in stature since its 2009 debut.
Whether you’re a Spider-Man completist who wants the original issue in pristine facsimile form, a noir fiction devotee who discovered this series through the Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse films, or a Marvel collector who considers Facsimile Editions the gold standard for revisiting landmark issues, Spider-Man Noir #1 Facsimile Edition is essential.
- Title: Spider-Man Noir
- Issue: #1 – Facsimile Edition
- Format: Facsimile Edition / Single Issue Reprint / Comic Book
- Publisher: Marvel Comics
- Original Publication: 2009
- Featured Character: Spider-Man Noir / Peter Parker
- Genre: Superhero / Noir / Crime / Pulp Fiction / Alternate Universe
- Published Date: April 2026
- Available in Stores From Publisher: April 2026
- Condition: New, Unread
🕷️ Fun Fact: Spider-Man Noir became one of the most culturally visible alternate Spider-Man variants in history when the character — voiced by Nicolas Cage — appeared in the Academy Award-winning Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018), introducing the Depression-era, black-and-white web-slinger to a global audience of millions and driving renewed collector interest in the original 2009 comic series that inspired him.
CVR (Cover)CVR A: The Standard Edition. This is the primary artwork found in most retail shops.
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VAR (Variant)Definition: Short for Variant.Purpose: A general label confirming the book is an alternative cover option rather than the standard retail edition. These are often used to showcase guest artists or celebrate special milestones.
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Standard covers use thin, glossy paper; Card Stock is the "deluxe" physical upgrade.
FOIL (Foil Variant)Effect: A special edition where parts (or all) of the cover are printed with metallic, reflective foil.
Visuals: Provides a shimmering, high-end look that catches the light. These are typically priced higher and sought after for their "shelf appeal."
Artist Name (Variant Credit)Context: Usually follows the "CVR" designation (e.g., CVR B - Jimenez).
Collectability: Many collectors buy books specifically for the cover artist. A "Store Variant" or "Ratio Variant" is often defined by the prestige of the artist involved.
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