Spider-Man, a Marvel Comics superhero, debuted in 1962 as Peter Parker. Bitten by a radioactive spider, Parker gains spider-like abilities and becomes the web-slinging hero. Juggling life as a student and crime-fighter in New York City, Spider-Man relies on agility, web-shooters, and his "Spidey sense." Iconic villains, such as the Green Goblin, challenge him. Spider-Man is a cultural phenomenon, featured in comics, movies, and TV shows, capturing the essence of a relatable, everyday hero in the Marvel Universe.