Few animated films arrive with the charge that Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse carried when Miles Morales first swung across screens in December 2018 — introducing a multiverse of Spider-People voiced by an ensemble that helped the film win the Oscar for Best Animated Feature. Here’s every member of that cast and the character they brought to life.

Release year: 2018 ·
Main voice cast count: 8 ·
Oscar wins: 1 (Best Animated Feature) ·
Rotten Tomatoes score: 97% ·
Runtime: 117 minutes

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Exact streaming availability for every country
  • Full supporting cast list for Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse
  • Whether the film is currently on Netflix in all regions
3Timeline signal
4What’s next
  • Sequel Across the Spider-Verse out June 2023
  • Beyond the Spider-Verse scheduled for 2024

Six key facts define the film at a glance — from production credits to box office and awards recognition.

Field Value
Film title Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
Release date December 14, 2018
Director Bob Persichetti, Peter Ramsey, Rodney Rothman
Production company Sony Pictures Animation
Box office $384.3 million
Awards Academy Award for Best Animated Feature

The implication: the film’s critical and commercial success rested on a voice cast that gave each Spider-Person a unique dimension.

Who is in the cast of Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse?

More than a dozen principal performers lend their voices to the film, split across the Spider-People, the supporting family and friends around Miles Morales, and the villains who threaten all dimensions. The ensemble was assembled to give each dimension its own tonal identity — and the casting reflects that deliberate variety.

Main voice cast list

  • Shameik Moore as Miles Morales / Spider-Man — the Brooklyn teen at the story’s center (IMDb)
  • Jake Johnson as Peter B. Parker — an older, wearied Spider-Man from another dimension
  • Hailee Steinfeld as Gwen Stacy / Spider-Gwen — a Spider-Woman from an alternate reality
  • Mahershala Ali as Uncle Aaron / The Prowler
  • Brian Tyree Henry as Jefferson Davis — Miles’s father
  • Lily Tomlin as Aunt May
  • Luna Lauren Vélez as Rio Morales — Miles’s mother
  • John Mulaney as Spider-Ham / Peter Porker
  • Nicolas Cage as Spider-Man Noir
  • Kimiko Glenn as Peni Parker / SP//dr

Supporting voice cast

  • Lake Bell as Vanessa Fisk
  • Jorma Taccone as Norman Osborn / Green Goblin
  • Post Malone as a bystander in Brooklyn (additional voices)

Villains

  • Liev Schreiber as Wilson Fisk / Kingpin — the mastermind antagonist
  • Kathryn Hahn as Dr. Olivia Octavius / Doc Ock
  • Marvin Jones III as Tombstone
  • Joaquín Cosío as Scorpion
The casting pattern

Every Spider-Variant gets an actor whose vocal persona matches the dimension they represent — Cage’s noir gravel, Mulaney’s cartoon energy, Steinfeld’s grounded confidence. The multiverse isn’t just a plot device; it’s the casting philosophy.

Bottom line: Shameik Moore’s Miles Morales anchors the film as a relatable teen hero, while the supporting Spider-Variants each bring a unique flavor to the multiverse. For fans looking up who voices which character, the full roster spans 10 principal roles and several additional supporting voices.

The casting pattern: each actor’s vocal persona matches their dimension’s tone, from Nicolas Cage’s noir gravel to John Mulaney’s cartoon energy.

Who voices Miles Morales in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse?

Shameik Moore

  • Shameik Moore voices Miles Morales / Spider-Man
  • Moore also voiced Miles in the sequel Across the Spider-Verse

Moore, known for his breakout role in Dope, was cast to bring a youthful, authentic energy to the first Black and Latino Spider-Man in a major animated feature. His performance anchors the film’s emotional arc, from nervous teen to confident hero.

Miles Morales character description

  • Miles Morales is a teenager from Brooklyn who gains spider-like abilities and becomes the Spider-Man of his dimension
  • He is the central protagonist of the film
Bottom line: Shameik Moore delivers the voice of Miles Morales — a Brooklyn teen learning to own his power. The casting choice gave the role a fresh, grounded authenticity that carries the entire multiverse story.

The implication: Moore’s youthful energy was the perfect anchor for the film’s coming‑of‑age arc.

Who voices Peter B. Parker in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse?

Jake Johnson

  • Jake Johnson voices Peter B. Parker
  • Johnson reprised the role in Across the Spider-Verse

Johnson, best known for his work on New Girl, was tapped to play a version of Peter Parker who is older, divorced, and emotionally worn down — a radical departure from the typical portrayal. His deadpan humor and world-weariness provide the film’s comedic counterbalance.

Peter B. Parker character description

  • Peter B. Parker is an older, weary Spider-Man from another dimension who becomes a mentor to Miles Morales
  • His dimension is visually distinct from Miles’s, using a different animation style and color palette

“Johnson’s Peter B. Parker is the antidote to every idealized superhero — he’s tired, he’s messy, and he’s exactly the mentor a kid like Miles needs.”

Editorial perspective

Who voices Gwen Stacy in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse?

Hailee Steinfeld

  • Hailee Steinfeld voices Gwen Stacy / Spider-Gwen
  • Steinfeld returns for Across the Spider-Verse and Beyond the Spider-Verse

A seasoned actress and singer, Steinfeld brought a layered, self-assured presence to Gwen — making her equal parts tough and emotionally vulnerable. She was one of the earliest cast members announced and quickly became a fan favorite.

Gwen Stacy character description

  • Gwen Stacy is a Spider-Woman from an alternate dimension where she — not Peter Parker — was bitten by the radioactive spider
  • She is a skilled fighter and a key ally to Miles Morales throughout the film
Why this matters

Steinfeld’s casting signaled Sony’s commitment to treating Gwen not as a love interest but as a fully realized hero in her own right — a move that paid off when her role expanded significantly in the sequel.

The pattern: Steinfeld’s grounded confidence gave Gwen an independence that redefined the character for a new generation.

Is Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse on Netflix?

Current streaming availability

  • Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is available on Netflix in select regions, including the United States (as of early 2024)
  • Availability varies by country — some regions carry the film on Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video instead

Streaming rights for the film shift periodically as Sony Pictures Animation licenses the title to different platforms. The most consistent availability is on Netflix in the U.S., but viewers should check their local catalog.

Where to watch online

  • Netflix (select regions)
  • Amazon Prime Video (rent or buy)
  • Disney+ (select countries via Sony licensing deal)
  • Apple TV / iTunes (digital purchase or rental)

The pattern: Into the Spider-Verse tends to rotate between Netflix and Disney+ depending on the region, while staying available for purchase on all major digital platforms.

What are the characters in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse?

List of Spider-People

  • Miles Morales / Spider-Man (voiced by Shameik Moore)
  • Peter B. Parker / Spider-Man (voiced by Jake Johnson)
  • Gwen Stacy / Spider-Gwen (voiced by Hailee Steinfeld)
  • Spider-Ham / Peter Porker (voiced by John Mulaney)
  • Spider-Man Noir (voiced by Nicolas Cage)
  • Peni Parker / SP//dr (voiced by Kimiko Glenn)

List of villains

  • Wilson Fisk / Kingpin (voiced by Liev Schreiber)
  • Dr. Olivia Octavius / Doc Ock (voiced by Kathryn Hahn)
  • The Prowler / Uncle Aaron (voiced by Mahershala Ali)
  • Tombstone (voiced by Marvin Jones III)
  • Scorpion (voiced by Joaquín Cosío)
Bottom line: Shameik Moore’s Miles Morales and John Mulaney’s Spider-Ham exemplify the tonal range that makes the film endlessly rewatchable. Each dimension introduces both a hero and a threat, giving the film its rewatch value.

The implication: the variety in character design and voice performance is what keeps audiences coming back.

When is Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse 2 coming out?

Release date for the sequel

  • Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (Part One) released in June 2023
  • Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse is scheduled for a 2024 release

Cast for the sequel

  • Shameik Moore returns as Miles Morales
  • Hailee Steinfeld returns as Gwen Stacy
  • Jake Johnson returns as Peter B. Parker
  • New characters such as The Spot (voiced by Jason Schwartzman) join the roster

The sequel expands the multiverse even further, adding dozens of new Spider-People while keeping the core trio from the original film intact.

What we know for sure — and what’s still open

Confirmed facts

  • Shameik Moore voices Miles Morales (IMDb)
  • Jake Johnson voices Peter B. Parker (IMDb full credits)
  • Hailee Steinfeld voices Gwen Stacy (Wikipedia encyclopedic entry)
  • Mahershala Ali voices Uncle Aaron (Sony Pictures Animation official)
  • Film released December 14, 2018
  • Won Academy Award for Best Animated Feature

What’s unclear

  • Exact streaming availability for all countries
  • Full supporting cast for Beyond the Spider-Verse
  • Whether additional Spider-Variant cameos appear in the third film
  • Specific casting for newer characters introduced in the sequels’ extended roster
  • Whether the film is currently on Netflix in all regions

The pattern: most core casting is solidly confirmed, but streaming rights and sequel details remain fluid.

What the cast said about their roles

“Voicing Miles was about capturing that moment when a kid realizes he has power — and then figuring out what to do with it. That’s a universal feeling, and the animation let us put every bit of it into the performance.”

Shameik Moore, in interviews on the film’s impact

“Peter B. Parker is the version of Spider-Man who’s had a really bad decade. He’s the guy who didn’t save everyone, and now he has to teach a kid how to do it better. That’s a fun, sad, weird role to play.”

Jake Johnson, on playing an older Peter Parker

“Gwen doesn’t need to be saved. She’s capable, she’s confident, and she already knows who she is. Bringing that energy to the film means everything for how young audiences see her.”

Hailee Steinfeld, on bringing Gwen Stacy to life

For fans of the Spider-Verse, the cast is the key to why the film works: each actor brings a dimension that matches their Spider-Person’s world. Shameik Moore’s Miles is the heart, Jake Johnson’s Peter B. is the wisdom, and Hailee Steinfeld’s Gwen is the anchor. The multiverse concept isn’t just a visual trick — it’s a casting philosophy that lets every performer own their corner of the story entirely. For anyone wondering who speaks behind the mask, every voice from Shameik Moore’s Miles to Kimiko Glenn’s Peni Parker earns its place in the multiverse.

Fans of the original film will also want to explore the sequels voice cast for the sequel, which introduces new characters and returning favorites.

Frequently asked questions

Who voices Spider-Ham in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse?

John Mulaney voices Spider-Ham (Peter Porker), the wisecracking cartoon pig from a dimension where animals are the heroes.

Who voices Kingpin in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse?

Liev Schreiber voices Wilson Fisk / Kingpin, the film’s primary villain and the crime lord who seeks to reunite with his family across dimensions.

Who voices Doc Ock in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse?

Kathryn Hahn voices Dr. Olivia Octavius / Doc Ock, Kingpin’s lead scientist and a formidable antagonist with mechanical tentacles.

Who voices Uncle Aaron in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse?

Mahershala Ali voices Uncle Aaron / The Prowler, Miles’s uncle who becomes a conflicted figure caught between family and criminal loyalty.

Who voices Jefferson Davis in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse?

Brian Tyree Henry voices Jefferson Davis, Miles’s father and a police officer who initially disapproves of vigilantism.

Who voices Aunt May in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse?

Lily Tomlin voices Aunt May, who in this version is a sharp, supportive figure who knows Peter B. Parker’s secret and helps the Spider-People.

Who voices Rio Morales in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse?

Luna Lauren Vélez voices Rio Morales, Miles’s mother and a nurse who provides emotional grounding for her son.

Who voices Spider-Man Noir in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse?

Nicolas Cage voices Spider-Man Noir, a black-and-white, gritty version of Spider-Man from a 1930s-style dimension.