Meet Peter Parker (Spider-Man: The Series)

Episode 1 of the first season of Spider-Man: The Series. Three years into his stint as Spider-Man, we follow Peter Parker in a day of the life taking place during the first week of his Junior year of High School. The classroom, his social life, and his "other job" are all juggled throughout the episode.

Cast

 * Charlie Rowe as Spider-Man/Peter Parker
 * Skylar Samuels as Gwen Stacy
 * Chandler Riggs as Harry Osborn
 * Simon Baker as Dr. Connors
 * Vincent D'Onofrio as the Kingpin
 * Aaron Eckhart as Norman Osborn
 * Abigail Cowen as Mary Jane Watson
 * Aidan Turner as the Shocker
 * Aaron Paul as Electro/Max Dillon

Story
Busy Manhattan streets, cars in traffic, people moving. Outside of a bank, more people walk, there’s a loud explosion of glass, people start to run and panic. Inside the bank, the Shocker is aiming his shock glove at a bank teller.

Shocker

Listen lady, open the vault! Now!

Teller

The manager does that! I don’t have the key!

Shocker

Where then where the hell is he?!

Spider-Man

Ooh! I got it! I got it!

Spider-Man webs the shockers glove to the table, dropping down and kicking him in the face, evading to the back wall

Spider-Man

Oh you know what, just slipped from my mind.

Shocker

The spider. Of course it’s the spider.

Shocker uses his sound waves to break the webs he’s held to.

Spider-Man

You say that like you’re shocked! Get it?

Shocker shoots a sound wave at Spider-Man, he swiftly dodges it

Spider-Man

What with you being called Shocker and all. I dunno, you never really shocked me.

Shocker

You’re an annoying little bug

Shocker continues to shoot at Spider-Man, he keeps missing.

Spider-Man

I mean physically, yeah sure. But on a mental level? Emotional level? I’d have to give you a 2

Shocker

Shut up!

Spider-Man

Bank, prison, breakout, bank, prison, breakout, dude when does it end?

Spider-Man delivers another kick to his face, leaping back to the ceiling

Spider-Man

Like if I were to escape prison, you know what I’d do? Take a guess

Shocker blasts at Spider-Man once again

Shocker

SHUT UP!

Spider-Man

I’ll give you a hint, I wouldn’t be trying to go back! Now that’s a shocker!

Spider-Man grabs shocker by both his hands with his webs, slamming him on the ground. He webs him to the floor and snatches his gauntlets.

Spider-Man

I’d also invest in better equipment. Double whammy!

Shocker

I’m going to kill you!

Spider-Man

Sure you are bud.

Spider-Man hears sirens in the distance

Spider-Man

Alright Hermie, that’s my cue. Keep in touch, yeah?

Spider-Man swings outside of the bank as the police arrive.

Spider-Man

Already missed a period, about to be late for 6th. Way to go Parker.

* Title Card*

Parker sneaks around the halls, trying to get to his 6th period Biology class without the attention of his principal. He runs into someone worse

Flash Thompson

Well if it isn’t Puny Parker!

Peter

Flash? Not now alright, I’m gonna be late

Flash

Hold on, hold on, hold on! Where’s my homework?

Peter

I told you I was done with that Flash

Flash

And I told you comedy ain’t your strong suit, so quit joking around.

Flash pushes him backwards

Principal Harrington

Is there a problem here boys?

The two look up at the Principal.

Flash

No sir. What problem?

Principal

Get to class Flash. Peter, I wanna talk with you.

Flash

Catch ya later, dork.

Flash nudges Peter as he walks back to class

Peter

Principal Harrington?

Principal

This tardiness is becoming a habit, young man.

Peter

Yeah, it’s just.. you know.. transit.

Principal

That’s what the school bus is for

Peter

I… don’t like the school bus?

Principal

Listen Peter, I don’t know what’s keeping you late, and frankly I don’t care. But if you care at all about your place in this school, you will show up on time.

Peter

Yeah, I know. I’m sorry.

Principal

You’re a smart kid, Peter! Too smart to be wandering around the halls with Flash Thompson

Peter

Did you.. I wasn’t wandering with Flash

Principal

You know what I mean. Do better, Parker. I’ve seen you do better. Now get your butt to class before I write you up.

Peter

Yes sir.

Peter walks back to his classroom, Biology with Mr. Connors. He walks in and finds the teacher - a man with one arm.

Mr. Connors

Parker! You’re late, again. Take a seat.

Peter sits down next to Harry. Harry whispers over to Peter.

Harry

Oh my God dude, where have you been?

Peter

Uh, out?

Harry

I’m getting my ass handed to me bro! You know how I do in this class without my study buddy.

Peter

Yeah, I know, I jus-

Dr. Connor

Mr. Parker. Quiet in the back.

Peter

Right. Sorry.

Connors continues his class as Peter and Harry watch from the back. Time goes by and the bell rings for the end of the day.

Mr. Connors

You’re all excused. Remember to read Chapters 27 and 28 of the book tonight, and to complete the worksheet.

Students leave the room, Peter and Harry get up to leave too. Gwen is in the top right corner of the room, studying.

Mr. Connors

Peter, Gwen, I’d like you to stay out for a moment.

Gwen

I wasn’t going anywhere.

Mr. Connors

No, when do you?

Harry

Don’t forget the party, Petey, it’s tonight

Harry leaves the room, leaving only Peter, Gwen and Mr. Connors in the room.

Peter

Is this about me being late? Because I know I’ve been late a lot, but the year just started and I can-

Mr. Connors

Mr. Parker! Relax yourself. I have an opportunity for the both of you, seeing as you two are the most interested in this class.

Gwen

What kind of opportunity?

Mr. Connors

As you know, I’m one of the head geneticists at OsCorp. The work we do- well it outweighs the many sins of the man I work for. And I want to offer you two a paid internship.

Peter

Paid? Like a job?

Mr. Connors

Yes, just like a job. Minimum wage, but a job nonetheless.

Gwen

You already know my answer

Mr. Connors

Of course, don’t know why I bother asking. Parker?

Peter

I would- I can’t.

Gwen looks up from her book at Peter

Peter

I have too much on my plate as is. I just don’t have the time.

Gwen

Uh, Pete? I don’t know if you’re thinking this through

Peter

Yeah but I-

Gwen

He’ll think it over Mr. Connors.

Mr. Connors

Listen, I don’t wanna push you into anything you don’t want to do, Peter, but if you change your mind let me know by tomorrow night.

Peter

For sure. Hey Gwen, you wanna go to Joe’s?

Gwen smiles at him, the scene switches to the two eating pizza in a restaurant.

Peter

God I love pizza. I ever tell you how much I love pizza?

Gwen

You should take the job.

Peter

It’s cheesy.. doughy.. has meats.

Gwen

Peter!

Peter

Listen. In case you forgot, I’ve already got a job.

Gwen

Yeah, but you’ve been deflecting ever since we got here. And on the way here. I already know about your other job Peter, this is about something else.

Peter

And their breadsticks! God I love this place

Gwen

Peter..

Peter

What? I’m serious!

Gwen

And I am too. What’s going on?

Peter sighs, looks disinterested.

Peter

I don’t deserve that man. I mean I can’t even get to the guys class on time, but being a full time assistant?

Gwen

Part time.

Peter

You know what I mean. I don’t deserve it.

Gwen

Are you dumb?

Peter

Huh?

Gwen

Peter Parker, are you stupid?

Peter

Uh..

Gwen

You’re- you know who. You know how many lives you’ve saved? How many times you’ve saved mine? Hell they threw a parade for you just last year!

Peter

Yeah but, that’s what I’m supposed to do. That’s normal, it’s what’s right.

Gwen

Not to a lot of people in this city. 90% of anybody here gifted with your powers? Well they wouldn’t be using it responsibly. You’re a hero Peter. Accept it.

Peter

Hah. Why did we break up again?

Gwen

Because you’re a hero Peter.

Peter

Cheers to that. You coming to Harry’s party?

Gwen

You know I don’t like those. I don’t even like Harry.

Peter

Come on, I need a date! Like a platonic opposite gendered friendship sorta date, not the romantic way

Gwen

Of course. But it looks like you’re outta luck Pete.

Peter

If you come with me, I’ll agree to do the internship

Gwen

What? I thought I already convinced you?

Peter

You don’t need to know that.

Gwen

Fine, I’ll go

Peter

You’re the best

Gwen

When is it?

Peter

Uhhh.. like an hour?

Gwen

Peter!

Peter gets up to leave, rushing out the door

Peter

Thank you! I love you platonically!

Peter runs out of the door, with Gwen sitting at the table annoyed. Peter runs back in through the door, leaving cash at the table

Peter

Almost forgot- bye!

He runs back out.

Gwen

Lord.

Meanwhile, a man walks through a tall tower with his son at his side. It is slowly revealed to be Norman and Harry Osborn.

Norman

I hope you’re paying attention Harry.

Harry

As much as I can pops. Not exactly prime time entertainment

Norman

It’s not supposed to be son. Never was. One day my entire fortune will be yours, and if you can’t handle that, I’ll give it to whatever other bum on the street that likes parties, sex and drugs can.

Harry

You know I don’t do drugs Dad.

Norman

Not yet, you don’t. Now come.

Norman and Harry step through a door. A large man in a white suit sits at the desk. Camera pans in on his face, it’s Wilson Fisk.

Wilson

Norman! I presume this is your son?

Norman

Wilson. You’ve presumed correctly.

Wilson

I like it. Show em how to wrestle this business while they’re young. What’s your name son?

Harry

Harry. Harry Osborn.

Wilson

Harry. Now I hope your father didn’t tag you along to gather any sympathy points from me.

Norman

What do you want, Wilson? Why did you call me here?

Wilson

Our.. little plan. Well, like I said, this may not be the best place for your boy as of now.

Harry

No, I’m fine.

Norman

Harry, sit outside.

Harry

But I-

Norman

Now.

Harry steps out the door, sitting in the lobby.

Norman

Any better?

Wilson

Yes. As I was saying, our pet project. It’s becoming reckless, unsustainable.

Norman

Give me a few weeks, Wilson. I can whip them into shape, no problem.

Wilson

I’ve given you ample time. Years, and you’ve only managed to gather 2 participants.

Norman

Three.

Wilson slams the table

Wilson

I'M LOOKING FOR SIX. I need six.

Fisk settles himself, dusts off his suit, and sits back down.

Wilson

Fine. Fine, I can manage. I’m flexible. This third participant, who are you talking about?

Norman

His name is Max Dillon.

Later that night, there’s loud music and flashing lights in a tall New York penthouse.

Peter is at a drink table looking for something to drink. He talks to a stranger by the table.

Peter

Anything here that’s not spiked? Like a soda? Juice box? Water?

Gwen walks in the party with a black and white dress.

Peter

Gwen, you look great

Gwen

I appreciate it buddy. So, what do we do at these?

Peter

I dunno. Think we dance?

Flash Thompson

Puny Parker! I’ll be damned

Peter

Great. It’s Flash.

Flash

What are you doing here, nerd? This was supposed to be the party of the year

Peter

Friend of the host. How’d you get in here Flash, not to busy losing us close games?

Flash

Oh you think you’re so funny Parker

Flash shoves Peter

Harry

Woah, hold on big guy. He’s with me.

Flash

Really? You need some less dorky friends Harry

Harry

So I’ve been told. Gwen, Peter, buddy, what’s up?

Gwen

Hey Harry

Peter

What’s up Harry, you know I’ve been to your house but it seems to get.. bigger every time.

Harry

Yeah it’s cozy. Have you met my girlfriend by the way? Senior, real hot?

Peter

Jesus, Harry what happened to Liz?

Harry

Didn’t work out. Hey MJ!

Harry beckons over to a redhead girl as he walks over to the friend group.

Harry

MJ, meet Peter and Gwen. Peter and Gwen, MJ.

MJ

Hey. Mary-Jane Watson.

Peter

Hi. Peter Parker. This here is my uh girlfriend? Friend that's a girl? Accomplice?

Gwen

Gwen would do just fine. Gwen Stacy.

MJ

Nice to meet you two, you know I heard-

Suddenly, there’s a huge explosion a block away from the penthouse. They can see a building on fire a block away.

MJ

Oh my God, what just happened?

Peter

I gotta go.

Harry

What? Now?

Peter

Gotta check on my Aunt, make sure she’s okay.

Harry

But doesn’t she live-

Before Harry can finish Peter is out the door.

Harry

-further East.

Gwen

You know Peter. Always on the go. Anyways, I should probably get outta here too. Explosions kinda kill the party mood for me. Nice meeting you MJ.

As Gwen leaves, more and more people start to leave the building

Harry

Wait! Hold on! The party was just getting started! Guys!

MJ comforts Harry.

Meanwhile, Spider-Man swings down to the building that was exploded.

Spider-Man

Just love the smell of fire and carbon dioxide.

He enters the building on fire.

Spider-Man

Is there anyone in the *cough* building! Can you hear me *cough*

Random Voice

Help! Help!

Spider-Man

Hold on! *coughs* Wait right there!

Spider-Man gets to the other room to find a man in a cloak with his back turned to Spider-Man.

Spider-Man

Sir, I can get you outta here. Just remain calm.

Random Voice

Sorry kid. Nothing personal.

Spider-Man

Huh?

The man turns around and blasts Spider-Man with a blast of electricity, knocking him clean out of the building. He takes off his cloak and is revealed to be Electro, a man made of electricity.

Episode End.