The privately-shown first trailer for Sony Pictures' Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse (Spider-Verse 3) confirmed the inclusion of eight major characters from the first two films.
As part of Sony's lengthy panel at CinemaCon 2025 in Las Vegas, the studio finally shared new concrete information on the long-awaited third animated Spider-Verse film. Initially meant to debut in March 2024, the threequel has faced numerous delays and issues, but production seems set to move forward soon.
First Spider-Verse 3 Trailer Footage Includes 8 Major Heroes & Villains
Sony Pictures released a short trailer for Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse during its presentation at CinemaCon 2025.
Included was dialogue from eight characters expected to play big roles in the threequel, although all of the quotes were from the first two Spider-Verse films.
The full list of characters can be seen below:
Shameik Moore - Miles Morales
To nobody's surprise, Shameik Moore's Miles Morales will be back in the spotlight for Spider-Verse 3, as he works to not only get back to his own universe but save all of reality.
Miles had a trio of quotes in this trailer from Across the Spider-Verse, the first of which coming when he told Spider-Man 2099, "You can't ask me not to save my father." Additionally, the trailer highlighted Miles' disappointment with Gwen Stacy for not telling him about his dad's potential fate, asking her, "You knew?"
Finally, attendees heard Miles' now iconic declaration to Miguel O'Hara where he yelled, "Nah… I’mma do my own thing." Standing in Miles' way this time will be the multiversal Miles G. Morales, who has taken over the Prowler mantle in this world and stands to pose a serious threat to Miles and co.
Hailee Steinfeld - Gwen Stacy
Also set to reprise her role in Spider-Verse 3 is MCU star Hailee Steinfeld, who is already deep into recording her lines for Gwen Stacy's comeback to this universe.
In the CinemaCon trailer, Gwen is heard telling Miles, "I don't know what to tell you" in Across the Spider-Verse when he asks what she knew about his canon event. She is later heard saying, "I can't lose one more friend" when thinking about Miles being in danger and hunted.
The end of Spider-Verse 2 teased Gwen pulling together a huge team of Spidey variants, including Spider-Man Noir, Spider-Punk, and Spider-Ham.
Jake Johnson - Peter B. Parker
New Girl's Jake Johnson will return to the Spider-Verse as the elder Peter B. Parker, who has served as a mentor for Miles Morales in the first two films.
Both original films were used for Johnson's quotes, with the first being Peter telling Miles, "Bad things are gonna happen. Good things happen, too, you know? Like you happened" as Miles runs away. After that comes Peter's now-iconic "It's a leap of faith" line, which has become a staple of the franchise since 2018.
Spider-Verse 3 will reunite Peter B. Parker with Gwen Stacy as part of her team of heroes going after Miles as his multiversal doppelganger holds him hostage.
Mahershala Ali - Aaron Davis
Future Blade star Mahershala Ali plays a key role in the Spider-Verse trilogy, portraying both the original Prowler from Miles' universe as well as Miles G. Morales' uncle, who is seen in the final moments of Across the Spider-Verse.
Aaron Davis' quote in this trailer comes from one of his most memorable moments from Into the Spider-Verse, when he tells Miles, "Just…just keep goin'," just before passing away in Miles' arms from his gunshot wound inflicted by Kingpin.
It's unknown what role Aaron will play in Beyond the Spider-Verse now that he has two versions of Miles to contend with. Perhaps this version of Prowler will have to play double duty as a uncle and be the mediator between his two nephews.
Oscar Isaac - Miguel O’Hara
An antagonistic figure from this franchise making a return in Spider-Verse 3 will be Oscar Isaac's Miguel O'Hara, who uses the codename Spider-Man 2099.
The trailer for Beyond the Spider-Verse featured Miguel telling Miles, "You don't belong here. You never did," as he fights the young hero on a speeding train in Across the Spider-Verse.
Isaac is expected to play a big role in Spider-Verse 3 as Miguel hunts down Miles, and he may even do so with a new, upgraded supersuit.
Brian Tyree Henry - Jefferson Morales
Brian Tyree Henry, who also stars in the MCU's Eternals as Phastos, will be back for his third Spider-Verse movie as NYPD Officer Jefferson Morales, Miles' father.
"I love you, Miles. And I will always, always be here for you" was Jeff's line used in the new Spider-Verse 3 trailer, originating from a one-sided conversation with Miles through his bedroom door in the first movie.
For Beyond the Spider-Verse, Jefferson's role is still a mystery. However, he will be expected to serve as a major source of emotional support for Miles once they are reunited at some point, especially with Miles trying to keep his father from being killed.
Luna Lauren Velez - Rio Morales
Rio Morales will once again be played by Luna Lauren Velez as she embodied Miles Morales' mother in Beyond the Spider-Verse.
In Across the Spider-Verse, Rio tells Miles, "You gotta promise, Miles, don’t get lost," which was utilized in the CinemaCon trailer for the upcoming threequel. She tells her son this as he goes off into the multiverse, hoping he stays safe while urging him to remember his home and where he comes from.
As is the case with Jefferson, Rio will be a key source of support for Miles in Spider-Verse 3 once he reunites with his parents amidst an adventure filled with chaos.
Jason Schwartzman - The Spot
Coming in with a vengeance for Beyond the Spider-Verse will be Jason Schwartzman's Spot, who was first introduced as the last film's main villain.
In the new trailer, attendees heard Schwartzman say, "I'm gonna take everything from you. Like you took everything from me," taking them back to one of the scarier moments from his debut. This line came after the early incident at the collider, as he threatened Miles following his victory over the Spider Society.
For Spider-Verse 3, The Spot is expected to pose an even bigger threat to all of existence as multiple web-slingers put forth their best efforts to stop him.
Bonus: Jharrel Jerome - Miles G. Morales
Despite not being featured in the CinemaCon teaser, the alternate version of Miles is confirmed to make quite the impression in Spider-Verse 3. His presence was still felt at the presentation, as new stills were unveiled showcasing this Prowler's upcoming faceoff with Miles.
With Spider-Man having to deal with both The Spot and the remnants of Miguel's Spider Society, adding yet another villain to Miles' plate will certainly make for a thrilling adventure back to his father.
Bonus: Karan Soni - Spider-Man India
Another character confirmed to return that was notably absent from the CinemaCon footage is Spider-Man India.
Although he was not directly mentioned during Sony's presentation, Karan Soni previously confirmed that Pavitr Prabhakar would be joining in on the fun again in the threequel following his appearance as part of Gwen's ensemble at the end of Across the Spider-Verse.
Soni previously told The Direct that he felt "worried about what [Sony is] gonna do" in Beyond the Spider-Verse after the first two installments set the bar so high. Hopefully, whatever the team at Sony Pictures Animation has cooking puts those worries at ease.
Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse will swing into theaters on June 4, 2027.
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