Spider-Man - Red Torso, Blue Legs, Web Pattern
spd001 · Super Heroes
Spider-Man / Marvel Super Heroes · 2002 - Released alongside the Sam Raimi Spider-Man film
Figure ID
spd001
Theme
Super Heroes
Year Released
2002 - Released alongside the Sam Raimi Spider-Man film
Rarity
Uncommon but historically significant. Higher rarity for the variant with a solid-stud head.
Head
Red with black web pattern and silver eyes (large white/silver reflective area with black border). Features the older 'vented' stud and classic red plastic.
Torso
Blue base with a red printed chest panel. Features a small black spider emblem and a dense web pattern. Plain blue arms and red hands.
Legs
Plain blue hips and legs with no printing, which was standard for the era.
Accessories
None included in the basic figure, though sets often provided translucent web pieces or string-and-climbing-grip elements.
Color Scheme
Classic Red and Blue with black web lines and silver/white eye highlights.
Printing Details
Front torso printing only (no back printing). The printing is thicker and less precise than modern digital standards, typical of early 2000s pad printing.
Variants
Variations of this head exist (solid stud vs. hollow stud). This specific version is from the first production waves of the 2002 film sets.
Condition Notes
Prone to 'torso cracks' on the sides under the arms and fading of the red printing on the blue torso. Silver ink on eyes can rub off over time.
Estimated Value
$25.00 - $45.00 USD used; New/Sealed in sets can command premium prices above $150.00.
Price (New)
Featured in sets ranging from $6.99 (4858) to $30.00 (4851) in 2002-2003.
Compatible Sets
4850 Spider-Man's First Chase, 4851 Spider-Man and Green Goblin, 1376 Spider-Man Action Studio, 1374 Green Goblin.
Character Background
Peter Parker, based on the 2002 film portrayal by Tobey Maguire. This was the first-ever LEGO Spider-Man minifigure.
Design Notes
A unique 'printed red panel' on a blue torso was used because LEGO had not yet perfected dual-molded arms or legs, nor full-torso wrap-around printing.
Similar Minifigures
spd012 (Spider-Man with Balaclava), spd028 (2004 variant), and sh038 (Modern 2012 version).
Collectibility
High. This is the 'holy grail' for many early Marvel collectors because it marks the birth of LEGO Marvel licensing.
History
Launched in 2002 as part of the 'Studios' line and later 'Spider-Man' standalone theme; it predates the official 'Marvel Super Heroes' theme by a decade.
Interesting Facts
This minifigure was actually released twice: once with the 'Studios' branding and once under the 'Spider-Man' movie branding.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a wall-mounted minifigure frame or alongside the 2002 Green Goblin (spd005) for a cinematic face-off.
Modification Potential
Low modification value for collectors; pure original condition is favored due to historical significance.
Overall Assessment
A legendary minifigure. While modern versions have better printing (dual legs, arm prints), this 2002 original is a piece of LEGO history that every Marvel fan should own.