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Spider-Man has won over millions of fans in a world where superheroes are a popular cultural phenomenon. Many actors, including Andrew Garfield and Tobey Maguire, have donned the iconic red and blue suit. But it appears that Oscar Isaac has made a strong impact and woven his way into the hearts ofSpider-Manfans everywhere. How? As we recently discovered, “Canon event”,a trend that began following the release of Isaac’sSpider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, has secured a spot in Oxford’s top slang words of this year.
Isaac portrayed an Irish and Mexican ninja-vampire Spider-Man from Earth-928, which takes place in 2099, in a 2023 animated Columbia Pictures superhero film.For those who are unaware, the release ofSpider-Man: Across the Spider-Versesparked this Canon event trend. With Isaac’s “Canon event,” Spider-Man’s story arc reached a turning point, connecting with a broader audience as well as ardent fans.
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Oscar Isaac Beat Andrew Garfield as the Most Iconic Spider-Man?
Given how many incredible, ground-breaking performancesSpider-Manhas had, it can be challenging to pull this one off (Tobey Maguireand Tom Holland have beautifully pulled off this role before). However, there was something very comfortable about seeingAndrew Garfieldplay Peter Parker; he even returned to the role as though he had never left it. Thus, there was no denying that he had a great time donning the Spidey suit once again.
However, the latest information published byThe Guardianis what has taken the internet by storm. Notably, the term Canon event fromSpider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, used byOscar Isaac‘s Spider-Man 2099, has appeared on Oxford’s list of the top slang words of this year.
The storyline and the basic framework of theSpider-Verseare heavily reliant on the Canon event. According to Spider-Man 2099, also known as Miguel O’Hara, the term refers to shared experiences that bind the Spider-Verse together.
TheBeauLifeclaims that Inside Out’s ‘core memories’ meme served as inspiration (2015) for this term. Canon in the meme expounded on its unique meaning, which is defined as ‘ironic (if not actually painful)’ real-life experiences.
Meanwhile, the trendy, popular slang term, according toBusiness Insider, describes a life experience that may be challenging, agonizing, or embarrassing but is essential to one’s personal growth.
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Fans React as ‘Canon Event’ is Named One of Oxford’s Top Slang Words of 2023
The addition of Oscar Isaac’s ‘Canon event’ to Oxford’s list of the top slang terms of 2023 only serves to reinforce the widespread belief that Miguel O’Hara / Spider-Man 2099 will cement its place as one of the most cherished superheroes in pop culture history. Additionally, fans have been remarkably vocal about the recent news, with one adding:
Hahah no way. The people have spoken!!
— CinemaBums (@Cinema_Bums)June 21, 2025
Another claimed:
NGL This movie was a cannon event in my life and inspired me to pursue my passion for entertainment again.
— Gubjub 👀 (@gubjub67)July 26, 2025
One fan noted:
If anyone wants to understand the deeper meanings in Across the Spider-Verse, like how the canon event applies to your life, check this outhttps://t.co/Cq2WFa3iM5
— Film Colossus (@FilmColossus)June 02, 2025
A fan chimed:
Hilarious since this movie actively opposes that idea, yet the other multiverse superhero movie from this year that DOES support this concept has been quickly forgotten
— Gabe Schmidt (@GeekDStudios)Jun 29, 2025
One fan shared:
Oh, Dang. Something tells me the next film will have more than one canon event 😭
— Jashawn Griffith (@JashawnGriffith)August 17, 2025
Another fan jokingly pointed out:
Gwen wasn’t joking, he really does look like dark Garfield.
— SuperNerdBoy (@SuprNrdBoy)July 21, 2025
Critical praise was bestowed uponSpider-Man: Across the Spider-Versefor its stylized animation, visual aesthetic, and narrative, among others.It outperformed its predecessor, earning $690.5 million worldwide at the box office and shattering multiple records.
The third installment in the trilogy,Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse,is currently in production.
Meanwhile, you can watchSpider-Man: Across the Spider-Verseon Netflix.
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Siddhika Prajapati
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With over 3,300 articles carved into the digital walls of FandomWire, Siddhika Prajapati excels at creating, curating, and elevating engaging stories. She takes pride in giving these stories a home and, of course, she’s got a Google Knowledge Panel to prove it!Whether it’s reviewing the latest drop on Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Apple TV+, or analyzing the cultural echoes of a streaming hit on Paramount+ or Max, Siddhika is always writing three steps ahead of the discourse.
