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Spider-Woman

1979–1979 Action & Adventure • Animation • Kids

When Jessica Drew was bitten by a poisonous spider as a child, her father saved her life by injecting her with an experimental "spider serum," which also granted her superhuman powers. As an adult, Jessica works as editor of Justice Magazine but when trouble arises, Jessica slips away to change into her secret identity of Spider-Woman.

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Overview

When Jessica Drew was bitten by a poisonous spider as a child, her father saved her life by injecting her with an experimental "spider serum," which also granted her superhuman powers. As an adult, Jessica works as editor of Justice Magazine but when trouble arises, Jessica slips away to change into her secret identity of Spider-Woman.

Series Snapshot

Status
Released
Total Seasons
1
Total Episodes
16
First Air Date
Sep 22, 1979
Most Recent Air Date
Jan 5, 1980
Network / Platform
Disney Plus
Original Language
en-US

Themes

Tone & Style

  • World-building and concept-heavy arcs are central to the experience.
  • Compact season structure keeps the narrative focused and fast-moving.
  • Completed run offers a finite, binge-friendly arc.

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Creators & Cast

Main cast:

Rating
3.4
Seasons
1
Episodes
16

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Seasons

Season 1

1979 • 16 episodes

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