Major Spoilers
    Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Twitch Discord RSS
    Major Spoilers
    • Home
    • Reviews
      • Random Access Memory
      • Retro Review
      • So You Want to Read Comics
    • Podcasts
      • Critical Hit
        • Critical Hit House Rules
        • Critical Hit World Building
      • Dueling Review
      • Finally Friday
      • Geek History Lesson
      • The Legion Clubhouse
      • Major Spoilers Podcast
        • MSP TPB for 2019
        • On the Next Major Spoilers Podcast – 2013
        • On the Next Major Spoilers Podcast – 2012
        • On the Next Major Spoilers Podcast – 2011
      • Munchkin Land
      • Top Five
      • Wayne’s Comics
      • Zach on Film
    • Features
      • Casual 60
      • Comic Casting Couch
      • Comics Portal
      • Did You Hear?
      • Editorials
      • Features
      • Gamer’s Corner
      • Hero Histories
      • Let’s Get Nerdy
      • Major Spoilers Adventures
      • Random Access Memory
      • So You Want to Read Comics
    • Movies
      • Did You Hear
      • Movies
      • Television
    • Comic Previews
    • Patreon
      • Patreon
      • Store
    Major Spoilers
    Review

    Uncanny Spider-Man #1 Review

    Christopher RondeauBy Christopher RondeauSeptember 21, 20233 Mins Read

    A new Spider-Man is crawling around with a pointed tail, an astral blade, and the ability to teleport! Find out why Kurt Wagner is in a Spidey outfit in Uncanny Spider-Man #1 by Marvel Comics!

    A new Spider-Man is crawling around with a pointed tail, an astral blade, and the ability to teleport! Find out why Kurt Wagner is in a Spidey outfit in Uncanny Spider-Man #1 by Marvel Comics! 
    You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link

    UNCANNY SPIDER-MAN #1

    Writer: Si Spurrier
    Artist: Lee Garbett
    Colorist: Matt Milla
    Letterer: Joe Caramagna
    Editor: Sarah Brunstad
    Publisher: Marvel Comics
    Cover Price: $4.99
    Release Date: September 20th, 2023 

    Previously in Spider-Man: Kurt Wagner is a mutant with a fiendish appearance and the ability to teleport. Donning the name Nightcrawler, he joined the X-Men and defended mutantkind. However, Kurt left the mutant nation of Krakoa to find his own way. Since he did not attend the Hellfire Gala, he must now try to understand what is happening in the world and where the other mutants are.

    A FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD SPIDER-MON

    Uncanny Spider-Man #1 shows some heroics from Nightcrawler Spider-Man that led to him stopping a thug. Despite that, he is caught by a sentinel but somehow throws off the sensors. Nightcrawler talks to the real Spider-Man and laments his frustration but stops short of telling him the whole truth despite his inner monologue. The next day, he eats a cold pizza and saves a jogger from a would-be mugger. However, the criminal turns out to be Mystique!

    Meanwhile, Orchis is working with Vulture to try and find Kurt. Vulture isn’t ready to enact his plans, so he hires a third party to hunt down the friendly neighborhood Nightcrawler, Silver Sable.

    FASCINATING IDEAS

    When I picked up Uncanny Spider-Man #1, I was incredibly nervous about the interpretation of Nightcrawler. Nightcrawler has dealt with many crises of faith, and I didn’t want to rehash some of those themes. But watching him don a variant of the Spider-Man outfit and participate in street-level heroics was incredibly engaging, and not just for the bad attempt at the classic Spider-Man one-liners. Kurt excels at his inner monologue and humanizes the Hellfire Gala event. As I keep reading more and more stories in the Fall of X run, I find that while I understand the emotions of characters like Shadowkat or Emma Frost, I can’t personally comprehend the desire to murder all of Orchis. I can relate to Kurt trying to find his place in the world, as I feel like I constantly struggle to figure out who I am. While not much happens story-wise, the pages were rich with complex thoughts that worked well for me.

    On top of that, this issue has excellent character design and art. Nightcrawler has always been dynamic on the art page, and putting him into a Spider suit only makes him more visually stunning. Great work here by the creative team.

    BOTTOM LINE: SOLD

    Uncanny Spider-Man #1 plays on my sensibilities. I want to know more about the characters and how they handle difficult situations. I also prefer street-level comics, and while Nightcrawler isn’t a street-level character, watching him exist on a smaller scale is fascinating. With all that in mind, this issue is a 4.5 out of 5 stars, and this is my favorite comic of the Fall of X event so far.


    Dear Spoilerite,

    At Major Spoilers, we strive to create original content that you find interesting and entertaining. Producing, writing, recording, editing, and researching requires significant resources. We pay writers, podcast hosts, and other staff members who work tirelessly to provide you with insights into the comic book, gaming, and pop culture industries. Help us keep MajorSpoilers.com strong. Become a Patron (and our superhero) today.

    Uncanny Spider-Man #1

    93%
    93%
    Sold

    Uncanny Spider-Man #1 provides a unique insight into the headspace of Nightcrawler in a way that helps the reader interpret the Fall of X event.

    • Writing
      10
    • Art
      9
    • Coloring
      9
    • User Ratings (1 Votes)
      8.7
    Fall of X Joe Caramagna lee garbett marvel comics Matt Milla nightcrawler Review Sarah Brunstad Si Spurrier Spider-Man Uncanny Spider-Man X-Men
    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
    Previous ArticleBendis and Maleev team for Masterpiece
    Next Article Something is Killing the Children #33 Review
    Christopher Rondeau
    • Website
    • Twitter

    Christopher Rondeau is a storyteller based in Tulsa, OK. Finding himself with little work, he ended up creating a job as a Game Master full time on the internet. Chris spends most of his days reading everything he can, writing bad fiction, and watching old Digimon cartoons with his daughter. Sometimes you can find him Dungeon Mastering a podcast or streaming on twitch. Recently, he has completed his Master's degree with a focus on collaborative storytelling. Find out more at https://rondeaucreator.com

    Related Posts

    Jeffrey Brown covers the Marvel Universe

    Read More

    Major Spoilers Podcast #1127: HUCK!

    Read More

    Marvel Retrovision variant covers revealed

    Read More

    Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    AMAZON AFFILIATE

    Support this site by making a purchase through our Amazon affiliate links

    Reviews
    4.7
    May 20, 2025

    Huck: Big Bad World #1 Review

    8.3
    May 19, 2025

    Godzilla vs. X-Men Review

    7.0
    May 18, 2025

    Retro Review: Superman In The Computers That Saved Metropolis (July 1980)

    8.0
    May 17, 2025

    Exquisite Corpses #1 Review

    7.0
    May 16, 2025

    Supergirl #1 Review

    Patreon Support
    Major Spoilers Store
    Recent Comments
    • Ideal Air HVAC on Top Five Things That Make You Instantly Happy
    • Low Voltage Tech on PREVIEW: Godzilla vs. Los Angeles
    • Luis Dantas on Storm #8 Review
    • Michael Kenchington on PREVIEW: Giant-Size Wacky Races #1
    • derrigable on COMICS PORTAL: To (Almost) Everything, There Is a Season!
    Subscribe to the Major Spoilers E-Mail List
    Sponsor

    ComiXology Home Page

    Follow Us
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
    • Twitch
    Major Spoilers Patreon
    • About
      • Major Spoilers Terms of Use
      • Major Spoilers Frequently Asked Questions
      • Major Spoilers Privacy Policy Statement
      • Major Spoilers Podcast Gear
    • Contact
    • Cookie Policy (EU)
    Major Spoilers is copyright 2006-2025 by Major Spoilers Entertainment, LLC

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.

    We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
    Cookie settingsACCEPT
    Privacy & Cookies Policy

    Privacy Overview

    This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
    Necessary
    Always Enabled
    Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
    SAVE & ACCEPT