Marvel's 'Wonder Man' Series Set for December 2025 Release on Disney+
The show will explore the life of Simon Williams, a struggling actor with superhuman abilities, in a comedic and meta-Hollywood setting.
- Wonder Man, played by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, was initially a villain in Marvel Comics before becoming a hero and a member of the Avengers.
- The series will feature a metacommentary on superhero stories, with Simon Williams auditioning for the role of Wonder Man in a show-within-a-show.
- Ben Kingsley reprises his role as Trevor Slattery, adding to the comedic elements of the series.
- Wonder Man's backstory includes a rivalry with Tony Stark and gaining powers through Baron Zemo, which may be explored in the show.
- The show is part of Marvel's Phase 6 and will consist of ten episodes, contributing to the MCU's expanding narrative.