Robert Kirkman reveals Agent Spider's origin

The Season 2 finale of Invincible introduced a standout cameo character, Agent Spider, paying homage to the comic book team-up between Spider-Man and Invincible. Voiced by Josh Keaton, Agent Spider made a significant impact in Episode 8, showcasing a multiverse concept where Mark encounters heroes from alternate Earths. The character's appearance in the popular Prime Video show inspired a modder to recreate Agent Spider in the PC version of Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered, adding a cel-shaded look reminiscent of the TV series.

Creator Robert Kirkman shed light on the meticulous process behind bringing Agent Spider to life, mentioning Amazon's legal team's involvement in ensuring the character's design stayed true to the show's vision. Kirkman expressed his satisfaction with Josh Keaton's portrayal of Agent Spider, emphasizing the distinction between this character and his iconic role as Spider-Man in Spectacular Spider-Man.

Interestingly, Kirkman revealed that Marvel was only made aware of the Agent Spider scene after its recent airing, highlighting the careful navigation of legalities by Amazon's legal department. With Season 2 wrapped up, discussions have already begun about the future of Invincible, with star Steven Yeun hinting at what fans can expect in Season 3.