Director Joaquim Dos Santos revealed that Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse could have had a cut scene involving a toy Spider-Man.
In a new interview with Empire Magazine, he shared insights about the creative process and considered including a Spider-Man toy held by a human hand in the movie. However, the filmmakers decided to focus on the young Spidey, Miles Morales, and his journey.
Let’s explore the intriguing details behind this cut scene and the abundance of Spider-Man variants in the Spider-Verse.
The Abundance of Spider-Man Variants in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
The directors of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse explained how they managed to incorporate numerous Spider-Man variants in the movie. The massive sequence showcased over 600 different web-slingers, each with their unique characteristics and designs. Although the toy nod with the Spider-Man action figure didn’t make it into the final cut, the film still delivers an awe-inspiring display of diverse Spider-Man iterations.
Exploring the Possibilities of Other Variants in Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse
Fans eagerly anticipate the upcoming installment, Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, which promises to introduce even more intriguing Spider-Man variants. Producers Phil Lord and Christopher Miller confirmed the inclusion of multiple versions of Gwen Stacy in the script, hinting at the exploration of various scenarios within the Spider-Verse. As the film evolves, the audience can expect exciting surprises and fresh interpretations of beloved characters.
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Continues to Thrill in Theaters
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is currently playing in theaters, captivating audiences with its thrilling multiverse adventure. Miles Morales (voiced by Shamiek Moore) reunites with Spider-Gwen (voiced by Hailee Steinfeld) and Peter B. Parker (voiced by Jake Johnson) for another exhilarating web-slinging journey. The film introduces new heroes like Spider-Woman Jessica Drew (voiced by Issa Rae), Spider-Punk (voiced by Daniel Kaluuya), and Pavitr Prabhakar (voiced by Karan Soni), while also featuring the formidable villain, the Spot (voiced by Jason Schwartzman).
Directed by Joaquim Dos Santos, Kemp Powers, and Justin K. Thompson, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse builds upon the success of the 2018 hit film, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, with a talented team of writers including Chris Miller, Phil Lord, and Dave Callaham.