Spider (pulp fiction character)

Spider is a minor character in Quentin Tarantino's 1994 film Pulp Fiction. He is a young, nervous man employed by Marsellus Wallace and frequently seen serving Jules Winnfield and Vincent Vega.

Spider's primary role involves providing food and refreshments during Jules and Vincent's extended stay at Wallace's apartment. He is notably present during a scene where Jules and Vincent are relaxing after completing a job.

The character is most remembered for his interaction with Jules. After Jules demands Spider bring him a drink, Spider hesitates, prompting Jules to berate him. Later, Jules asks Spider if he can do anything for him, implying a potential reward for his service. However, shortly after, Vincent accidentally shoots Spider in the chest. The incident profoundly affects Jules, contributing to his later decision to retire from his life of crime.

Spider's character serves as a plot device, highlighting Jules' internal conflict and the unpredictable nature of violence within the film's narrative. He symbolizes the vulnerability and expendability of individuals caught within the criminal underworld. His shooting is a pivotal moment, triggering a chain of events that ultimately leads to Jules' moral transformation. The name "Spider" itself is never explicitly explained within the film.