Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man finally introduced Daredevil to the series in its latest episode. Accordingly, fans have become curious about the role he plays and what he does. The show also introduced another iconic hero, Iron Man, deepening fans’ curiosity. The new series, helmed by Jeff Trammell, explores Spider-Man’s earliest days of crimefighting under the tutelage of Norman Osborn.
Here are Daredevil and Iron Man’s roles in Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man explained.
Daredevil’s role in Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man explored
In Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, Daredevil encounters Spider-Man while investigating Norman Osborn’s office for evidence of the Oscorp CEO’s misdeeds. A misunderstanding leads to the two dueling on the rooftop, with Spider-Man seeing Daredevil as a criminal for breaking into Osborn’s office.
The Man Without Fear, however, tries to reason with the web-slinger. He claims that Osborn is hiding something from Peter and not being honest with him. Despite their fight, Daredevil develops a respect for Spider-Man, as he sees him as a person only trying to do the right thing.
In his introduction, Daredevil’s iconic theme from the Netflix Daredevil series plays in the background and the character is voiced by actor Charlie Cox, who plays Daredevil in the Netflix series and the MCU.
Iron Man’s role in Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man explained
Iron Man, who was previously referenced in the series via dialogue and easter eggs finally makes his first full appearance on the show in the latest episodes. He is seen wearing the classic Iron Man suit from the comics. Also during this appearance, the Avengers theme plays in the background.
In the latest episode, Iron Man accompanies Secretary Thunderbolt Ross, who was called by Norman Osborn, to enter Otto Octavius’ headquarters. The two then arrest him for violating the Sokovia Accords.
The next two episodes of Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man will now air on Disney Plus on February 19, 2025.
