Top 10 Spider-Man Suits That Should be in the Movies

 
Spider-Man Comic Book Costume
Spider-Man Comic Book Costume
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Posted July 2, 2015 by

Thanks to the deal struck between Disney and Sony a few months ago, Spider-Man will officially appear in the MCU alongside his Avenger buddies, beginning with Captain America: Civil War, which will feature a slew of new characters. But can we be real for a minute? Like really real? With the release of Amazing Spider-Man 2 in 2014, Spidey’s film count was bumped up to five movies in twelve years. We’ve seen his origin story in two films, the Green Goblin in three films, and Mary-Jane and Gwen Stacey three times each as well. So honestly, do we need another rehashing of the same old Spidey story? Definitely not. There were rumors circulating for a long time that the MCU would focus in on Miles Morales, a newer incarnation of Spidey. But with the casting of Tom Holland as Peter Parker, it looks that Morales is out.

So what can Sony and Disney do to spice up ol’ web-head’s story in the upcoming Civil War film, as well as the 2017 reboot (which hopefully isn’t an actual reboot)? Perhaps the simplest and most exciting answer lies in giving Spidey some new suits. Throughout the comics, Parker and other versions of Spider-Man have donned many different suits with different abilities, but we have yet to see any of these suits, save one, in any of the movies. So here are ten different versions of Spidey’s outfit that should totally be in the movies, and which would serve to really freshen up a character that is beginning to feel stale. Fitting them into the MCU will take time, creativity, and a little re-writing, considering some of these versions of Spider-Man aren’t even Peter Parker, nor do some appear in this reality or time period. But what I’m saying is this: These iterations of Spider-Man are downright awesome, and if the wall-crawler’s movie image could be livened up, it would be totally worth it.

 

10. Scarlet Spider

Scarlet Spider

This storyline could definitely be incorporated into the 2017 Spider-Man film. Scarlet Spider is not Peter Parker, but is actually a clone of Parker named Ben Reilly. He was created in order to defeat the real Spider-Man. He had all the same powers, but also shared all the same memories as Parker, which led to his defeat and near death. Later, Reilly decided to join the good guys and fight along Spidey as the Scarlet Spider.

Scarlet wears a full red suit that features a utility belt and exposed web-shooters. The huge eyes on the mask are extremely cool, and, as if the outfit weren’t awesome enough already, Scarlet also throws a sleeveless blue hoodie over his suit to further distinguish himself from Spider-Man. And as every biker could tell you, nothing says “hardcore” like a lack of sleeves.

 

9. Big Time Suit (Stealth Suit)

Spider-Man stealth suit

This suit is the perfect blend of superhero and sci-fi. Spidey’s stealth suit affords the wearer a bunch of new abilities. It is fireproof and can heal the wearer of injury. Awesome, right? Oh, but that’s not all. When the suit glows red, it makes the wearer invulnerable to any sonic-based, or sound-based, attacks. And when the suit glows green, Spidey becomes invisible and inaudible.

Now, you might be saying “But how is it invisible if it is glowing green?” Well, let me tell you. When Parker created the outfit, he also created a special lens that would allow the suit to be seen even when in stealth mode. This lens is embedded into the mask, otherwise Spidey wouldn’t even be able to see himself when he goes invisible. Spidey’s allies also have the lens so they can see him and know where he’s at. Tron meets Spider-Man? I’d watch that.

 

8. Spider-Clan

Spider-Clan suit

This version of Spider-Man takes place in a totally different timeline, and isn’t even a part of the main comic book series. Because of this, it isn’t likely to appear in the films, but one can hope. In this Japanese manga, Peter Parker is a young ninja being trained to become part of the Spider-Clan. He possesses all the same abilities as the regular Spider-Man, with the addition of being able to shoot organic webbing like we saw in the original Spider-Man trilogy.

Clan Spider-Man’s outfit is unique in that it is the only one that I can think of that doesn’t feature a full sleeve-length suit. He wears his typical Spidey suit, but with short sleeves, taped wrists and hands, and gloves with sharp claws in the palms, like a backwards Wolverine.. The outfit is indicative of his ninja training, and I think we all could use a little more ninja in our lives.

 

7. Spider-Man 2099

Spider-Man 2099 suit

If the Spider-Clan was a little too kiddy for you, then Spider-Man 2099 should be right up your alley. In the year 2099 (obviously), a scientist named Miguel O’Hara attempted to re-create the DNA and abilities of Peter Parker, who is long since dead. O’Hara’s DNA is bonded with the Spider-Man DNA, and he becomes the new 2099 version of the web-slinger.

Spidey 2099 has all of Parker’s original abilities, plus more, like Spider-Man on crack. In addition to all the old powers, he can shoot organic webbing, see in the dark, glide thanks to his web cape, and paralyze enemies with his poisonous bite. Epic? Yeah, that’s epic.

 

6. Future Foundation

Future Foundation Spider-Man Suit

The Future Foundation is a group created by Reed Richards, of the Fantastic Four, who use their intellect and abilities to improve and protect the human race. Each member of the Future Foundation have suit similar to Spider-Man’s, consisting of a minimalist design and white and black color scheme.

Spidey’s Future Foundation suit can’t get dirty, which is useful, I suppose. But it can also transform into his classic red and blue suit or plain street clothes at will. On top of these features, the suit can also enter a stealth mode, which is more or less a photo-negative version of the suit. It’s not as stealthy as the Big Time suit, but in a pinch, it’ll do.

Fox owns the rights to the Fantastic Four franchise, so we won’t be seeing Spidey in the Future Foundation any time soon, but that doesn’t mean that a similar suit couldn’t be crafted and included in the MCU.

 

5. Iron Spider

Iron Spider-Man Suit

Of all the suits on this list, the Iron Spider suit seems the most likely to appear in any upcoming films. The Iron Spider armor is an outfit given to Peter Parker by Tony Stark, which is no surprise considering the name and the color scheme.

The main features of the Iron Spider armor are impenetrability (for the most part) and long, additional spider legs that are stored in a compartment on the back of the armor. The legs expand with a simple neural command, and can be used as additional limbs. The suit can also produce a biodegradable webbing that acts as a glider, similar to Spider-Man 2099. The Iron Spider armor is too cool not to include in Civil War, and considering its ties to Tony Stark, it seems like an obvious move, and this fan made poster has given many people high hopes of seeing Iron Spider next year.

 

4. Captain Universe

Captain Universe Spider-Man Suit

Many Marvel characters have become their own versions of Captain Universe, including the Hulk, X-23, Daredevil, and, of course, Spider-Man. Captain Universe isn’t a single person. Marvel’s own description of Captain Universe offers the best explanation when it describes the entity as “a manifestation of the Universe itself, a sentient energy field that seeks out people in great peril and bonds with them. In another sense, it is every person–it is the potential for heroism that lives in each of us.” That’s deep, man.

Becoming Captain Universe practically turns Spider-Man into a god, and his starry, ethereal costume represents that status. As Captain Universe, Spider-Man gains enhanced everything (speed, strength, durability, and so on), energy and matter manipulation, telekinesis, and flight. This is the sort of hero that will be needed when the Avengers finally take on Thanos. So maybe, just maybe, we’ll get to see someone become Captain Universe, even if it isn’t Spider-Man.

 

3. The Amazing Bag-Man

Amazing Bag-Man Spider-Man Suit

Yes, this is a thing, and yes, I am serious. I really want to see this in a movie. Like the Future Foundation outfit, this costume is closely linked to the Fantastic Four, in case you couldn’t tell by the big “4” on the chest. It was a costume improvisation in a moment when Spidey had no other options, but had to go save the world. The paper bag, shoeless feet, and, though you can’t see it, the “kick me” sign on the back are all hilarious additions to this outfit.

I can totally see a similar suit appearing in Civil War. Stark tells Parker that he has created a new suit for him, and we all think we’re going to see the Iron Spider. But then web-head walks out in a simple suit with no shoes and a bag on his head. Classic Stark. It obviously wouldn’t serve any purpose other than comic relief, but it would be a great nod to some of Spidey’s roots.

 

2. “Torment”

Spider-Man Torment Suit

The five Spider-Man films have all maintained a fairly constant outfit appearance, with small changes to minor details. This costume, perhaps the most famous “classic” Spidey outfit, debuted in 1990 during the “Torment” story arc, and closely resembles the original 1960s costume. The Amazing Spider-Man 2 probably came the closest to emulating this design, with the darker coloring and the bigger, whiter eyes. But no film adaptation has ever had the armpit webbing, and I wonder why.

Even if it’s just for a brief moment, in a flashback or side scene, seeing Spidey in this throwback costume, complete with the webbing accoutrements, would surely make any real Marvel fan grin.

 

1. Symbiote

Spider-Man symbiote suit

I’m not even going to discuss the blasphemy of Spider-Man 3. I’m not a Marvel purist by any means. In fact, I quite enjoy when the Marvel films make great use of artistic license and change things up. Bet’s just say, for Spider-Man’s sake, that the symbiote suit has yet to appear in any films, okay?

The symbiote bonding of Peter Parker is one of the most well-known, explored, and crucial events in all of Spideydom (that’s a word). Not only did it give Parker this amazing costume, it also led to the creation of Venom, Spider-Man’s greatest foe, and occasional ally. Spider-Man has never looked sleeker, quicker, or more threatening than when we throws the symbiote suit on, and I think it’s time for the suit to appear on film… for the first time. Period.

Which Spider-Man outfits are your favorites? Which ones do you want to see the wall-crawler wear in the upcoming Marvel films? Make sure to let us know in the comments!
 
 
 

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