J. Michael Straczynski is best known for his influential run onThe AmazingSpider-Manfrom 2001 to 2007, and now this comic legend is returning to deliver the next chapter in Peter Parker’s comic discography. His new mini-series, arriving this October, is shaping up to be nothing short of epic.
The Amazing Spider-Man: Torn is already generating buzz across discussion boards….
Marvel has officially announced a new mini-series starring everyone’s favorite web-slinger, with J. Michael Straczynski returning after nearly 20 years to team up with fan-favorite artist Pere Pérez (TVA,Venom War: Carnage). Together,they’re bringing fansThe Amazing Spider-Man: Torn.
The debut issue hits comic book shelves on June 17, 2025, and kicks off a story thattakes readers back to Peter Parker’s college days at Empire State University.The series synopsis teases appearances from Gwen Stacy, Harry Osborn, MJ, and Flash Thompson, along with classic villains from Peter’s rogues' gallery, making this a can’t-miss title for fans of classic Spider-Man.
Main Cover by Adam Hughes for J. Michael Straczynski & Pere Pérez’sThe Amazing Spider-Man: Torn#1 (2025)
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In addition to teasing a return to the good ol’ days for Peter Parker, Marvel makes it clear this story won’t be just a typical rinse and repeat. The official synopsis hints at “an all-new threat that could shake the Marvel Universe to its core.”What’s particularly intriguing about this teaser is how it immediately raises the question: what exactly is this threat, and how can a story set in the past bring about a change significant enough to impact the Marvel Universe as a whole? It seems almost paradoxical to suggest that a tale which has technically already taken place could reshape the present-day Marvel landscape.
This, in turn, might hint at some timeline shenanigans.Fans won’t know for sure until the series officially launches, but there’s no doubt Straczynski has big and exciting plans in store. On July 23, 2025, the writer took to X to share his enthusiasm, retweeting a post from AIPT Comics about the upcoming series and captioning it with,“I’m baaaaaack……”His return has already sparked high hopes among longtime readers, many of whom are eager to see what this comic legend delivers in an epic and unexpected return to a character they thought he had left behind for good.
What Are Fans Already Saying AboutThe Amazing Spider-Man: Torn?
Fans Express Concern Over New Series But Remain Hopeful
The Amazing Spider-Man: Tornis already generating buzz across discussion boards, which is a strong sign that fans will undoubtedly be picking up the series. While most readers are hopeful that JMS will deliver an outstanding story, one recurring concern continues to surface: Marvel has been releasing a surplus of Spider-Man prequel miniseries lately, many of which rely heavily on childhood nostalgia to draw readers in. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but some fans feel frustrated that Marvel seems unwilling to let Spider-Man grow up properly. And while those concerns are valid, the real test will come whenThe Amazing Spider-Man: Torn#1 hits shelves this October.
The Amazing Spider-Man: Torn #1is available on June 06, 2025, from Marvel Comics!
