Overview
- The eight-episode series is directed by Destin Daniel Cretton and will premiere on Disney+ on January 27, 2026.
- Yahya Abdul-Mateen II leads as Simon Williams, a struggling actor auditioning to play Wonder Man, opposite Sir Ben Kingsley’s Trevor Slattery competing for the same role.
- Marvel unveiled the first trailer at New York Comic-Con, where the stars described a dynamic that blends ambition, mentorship, and comedy.
- Marvel Television head Brad Winderbaum characterized Trevor Slattery’s appearances as a trilogy that Wonder Man completes.
- He also said the show’s future beyond its first season hinges on viewership, aligning with Marvel Television’s shift toward multi-season planning.