Miles and Gwen's Love Story: Exploring the Possibilities in Spider-Verse
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse sparks controversy with the potential romance between Miles Morales and Gwen Stacy Should they be together? Fans debate while we explore the canon events and dangers of this relationship
In the highly anticipated follow-up to Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse takes audiences on a thrilling journey through multiple universes. Brooklyn teenager Miles Morales becomes Spider-Man after witnessing the death of Peter Parker at the hands of Wilson Fisk. With the help of other Spider-People, Miles stops Fisk from destroying the multiverse. However, Miles is now dealing with the aftermath of his adventure, including creating a new villain and feeling the weight of being Spider-Man. Despite his popularity in Brooklyn, Miles is struggling with loneliness after losing his Spider-pal Gwen and mentor Peter B. Parker. This isolation is particularly difficult for Miles as he knows there are others who understand his situation but cannot reach them. Missing Gwen Stacey only adds to the emotional turmoil that Miles must navigate.
Across The Spider-Verse: Miles And Gwen’s Relationship
When Miles Morales and Gwen Stacy meet in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Gwen is using an alias that Miles sees right through. After a comical run-in where Miles gets his fingers stuck in Gwen's hair, she shaves off part of it, making a lasting impression on Miles. As they both navigate their newly acquired spider-powers, Gwen reveals to Miles that in her universe she is the only Spider-Woman and her best friend, Peter Parker, is powerless. Since Peter's death, Gwen has become a loner, but Miles is able to break through her barriers and they eventually become friends after saving the multiverse together.
Gwen longs to be reunited with her fellow Spider-People, especially Miles, but she is stuck in her own universe. Her father, Captain Stacy, is convinced that Spider-Woman, who he believes killed Peter Parker, is a threat that must be eliminated. This only serves to further isolate Gwen, who is still grieving the loss of her best friend. Despite being part of a band, the Mary Janes, Gwen can't shake the feeling of loneliness and longing for the camaraderie she felt with Miles and the rest of the Spider-crew.
Gwen's attempt to reason with her father falls on deaf ears as he prioritizes his mission over their relationship, refusing to believe her explanation of what happened with Peter. Frustrated and heartbroken, Gwen makes the difficult decision to leave her universe behind and join forces with other Spider-People, including Miguel O'Hara and Jess Drew. While her new allies allow her to travel through various dimensions, Gwen is unable to visit Miles due to an unknown reason. However, when she finally does swing by Miles' universe, the two share a romantic moment while catching up and exploring the city together. Despite their connection, Miles can't help but feel a twinge of jealousy towards Gwen's friendship with the charismatic Spider-Punk.
Who Is Miles Morales’ Main Love Interest?
Gwen Stacy and Miles Morales have a strong bond in Across the Spider-Verse, with Miles clearly smitten with her in a typical teenage crush fashion. However, their connection goes beyond that, as Gwen is one of the few individuals who knows everything about Miles, including his identity and life. This type of intimacy is hard to come by, even if they are separated by the rules of the multiverse. With this in mind, it's not unlikely that Miles and Gwen's relationship will develop into a more romantic one in the final installment of the trilogy.
Although Miles has had several love interests in other iterations of his character, such as Kamala Khan and Katie Bishop, it remains to be seen if the films will follow suit. In one instance, Miles shares his identity with Tiana Toomes/Starling, who kisses him before flying away.
Why Do People Ship Miles And Gwen?
In the world of Marvel games and comics, Miles Morales and Gwen Stacy have had a romantic relationship in certain storylines. However, the relationship between Miles and Hailey Cooper in the game Spider-Man: Miles Morales has captured the attention of many fans and sparked discussions about the representation of Deaf characters in media. Ultimately, it remains to be seen where Miles' love life will take him in future adaptations and storylines.
However, the romantic relationship between Miles and Gwen in the Spider-Verse films is still in its early stages and has yet to fully develop. In the comics, Miles and Gwen's initial meeting during the "Spider-Verse" event did not involve any romantic feelings. It wasn't until their reunion on Gwen's Earth that they embarked on a journey through multiple universes together.
What Are Canon Events? The Dangers Of Gwen Stacy And Spider-Man, Explained
Gwen and Miles find themselves in Earth-8, a universe where an alternate version of themselves has been happily married with children for twenty years. Witnessing this alternate reality brings the two closer together, but ultimately they decide to go their separate ways. This decision is understandable, considering the complications that long-distance relationships can bring when navigating the rules of the Spider-Verse.
The relationship between Miles and Gwen in the Spider-Verse movies is complicated by the rules of the multiverse. Even Pavitr Prabhakar/Spider-Man (Karan Soni) and Miles' mother, Rio Morales (Luna Lauren Velez), acknowledge the clear romantic tension between the two friends. It's not just the fans who see the potential for a romance between Spider-Man and Spider-Woman. However, Gwen herself has pointed out that it might not be a good idea for them to pursue a relationship.
As they take in the view of an inverted New York City skyline, Miles and Gwen open up about their personal struggles with loneliness. Gwen admits that in all the other universes she has visited with Miguel's crew, she is romantically involved with Spider-Man. Initially, Miles is hopeful since he is now the only Spider-Man in his own universe. However, Gwen's revelation comes with a caveat - whenever she is with Spider-Man, she dies. Upon hearing this, Miles distances himself from Gwen, afraid of causing her harm.
Will Miles and Gwen's relationship be doomed like that of star-crossed lovers in the Spider-Verse? The upcoming movie, Across the Spider-Verse, sheds light on some astonishing facts about Miles. It is revealed that he was bitten by a spider from Earth-42, a universe without Spider-Man, which caused Miguel to blame Miles for being a glitch in the multiverse. Tired of being told what he can or cannot do, Miles begins to question Miguel's mission, especially after learning about Canon Events.
Miguel believes that certain key moments in a Spider-Man's life, known as Canon Events, are crucial to their development. The passing of Uncle Ben, or in Miles' case, his Uncle Aaron, is one such event. Another critical moment involves the death of a police captain who is close to Spider-Man. While Captain Stacy fulfills this role in most versions of the story, Miles' newly promoted father is likely to meet the same fate. Miguel warns Miles against attempting to change a Canon Event, as it could result in the destruction of all realities in the Spider-Verse. Nevertheless, Miles is determined to prove him wrong and save his father.
Considering the information Gwen disclosed to Miles, the demise of Gwen Stacy appears to be a significant event or a recognizable pattern. If Miles and Gwen were to become romantically involved, it could potentially seal her fate. However, if Miles is truly an anomaly in the multiverse and his existence as a Spider-Person defies all odds, perhaps he has the power to alter destiny. Although it is rare for an individual from one universe to coexist in another without any complications, Miles and Gwen might discover a solution to navigate their way through this complex web of possibilities.
