Marvel Comics has shaken up the comic book scene at San Diego Comic-Con 2025 by announcing the closure of the current run of Ultimate Spider-Man in its 24th issue, scheduled for December 24. This news marks the end of an era that has seen jonathan hickman to the script and Marco Checchetto to drawing, consolidating itself as one of the most valued stages of this new arachnid line.
The series, which has stood out for portraying a more adult Peter Parker, married and with children, has won over both critics and audiences. The entire narrative journey has followed a plan carefully designed by Hickman from the beginning, without deviations or unexpected changes of course. The screenwriter himself has expressed that, for him, it has been "It was very satisfying to implement your idea exactly as you conceived it." and he is sure that fans of the Ultimate Universe will enjoy this ending.
The closure of Ultimate Spider-Man does not mean a cancellation due to low demand. Not a change of editorial direction, but rather the premeditated end of a period already planned in advance. The latest issue promises shocking plot twists about the Parker family and key characters like Harry Osborn and Gwen Stacy, as well as opening up possibilities for future directions in the Ultimate universe.
'Ultimate Endgame': The big event that will shake up the Ultimate Universe is coming.
The conclusion of Ultimate Spider-Man is accompanied by the beginning of Ultimate Endgame, the miniseries that represents the most ambitious event in the line in recent years. This five-part saga will premiere on December 31st, written by Deniz Camp (also responsible for 'The Ultimates') and will feature drawings by Jonas Scharf and other guest artists.
This crossover brings together for the first time the protagonists of the five main collections from the Ultimate line in what promises to be an epic conflict. The trigger will be the return of The maker (the alternate version of Reed Richards), trapped for two years in another dimension—both in real time and in the comics chronology. His reappearance will test all the heroes of the Ultimate Universe in a multi-front battle for control and the future of this alternate reality.
Creators' statements and readers' expectations
At Comic-Con, both Hickmann , the Camp They stressed that these projects represent the culmination of long-term planning, in which the cohesion between series and creative teams has been key. Hickman highlighted how stimulating it has been to work on a smaller line, with closer continuity and less editorial dispersion. He emphasized that "Reader support is what allows us to focus on these types of stories.", encouraging fans to continue supporting the collection and its universe.
For its part, Deniz Camp described Ultimate Endgame , the "the most shocking and crazy crossing" of his career. According to him, it will be a massive confrontation, where "All the relevant characters reunite to resolve pending plots and give a dramatic twist to what has been brewing for the past two years."He also appreciated that Marvel gave writers the freedom to explore unusual paths and radically change the course of the Ultimate Universe if the narrative required it.
The future of Ultimate Spider-Man after the finale and crossover
The series' conclusion and the impending major event leave open the possibility of new directions in the wall-crawler's story. Although Hickman and Checchetto's run is coming to an end, Marvel will probably relaunch Ultimate Spider-Man after concluding 'Ultimate Endgame', with a renewed creative team and new themes.
Readers are already speculating about who might take over from Hickman and Checchetto, and how the return of The Maker will affect the structure and spirit of the Ultimate Universe. For now, the only certainty is that Christmas 2025 will mark a turning point for Spider-Man and his co-creatures.
The publications, the final issue of Ultimate Spider-Man and the first episode of Ultimate Endgame, will arrive in stores very soon: Ultimate Spider-Man #24 on December 24 y Ultimate Endgame #1 on December 31Fans can already get an idea of the magnitude and impact these developments will bring, based on statements and trailers presented at Comic-Con.
Ultimate Spider-Man leaves a legacy that's hard to surpass, with a run that has stood out for its narrative cohesion and creative ambition. The Ultimate universe faces a new era filled with uncertainty and possibilities, in which epicness, drama, and radical change seem guaranteed.
