Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Ben Kingsley Lead Marvel’s Meta Satire ‘Wonder Man’

Summary

Marvel’s Disney+ series Wonder Man stars Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as a struggling actor who becomes a superhero
The plot is a meta-satire that explores Hollywood fame and features Sir Ben Kingsley as Trevor Slattery
The eight-episode series will premiere on Disney+ on January 27, 2026

Okay, I just saw the trailer for Marvel’s new Disney+ show, *Wonder Man*, and it looks *wildly* different! It’s like Marvel is finally making fun of itself – and Hollywood in general. It’s a comedy about a superhero, but it’s also about what it’s like to be famous, how people chase their dreams, and just how ridiculous the whole superhero thing can be, all set in Los Angeles. It’s totally self-aware and I’m really intrigued!

The new trailer reveals Yahya Abdul-Mateen II playing Simon Williams, an actor trying to make it big. He gets a chance to audition for the lead role in a movie *within* the Marvel Cinematic Universe – a remake of *Wonder Man*. Fans are especially excited to see Sir Ben Kingsley return as Trevor Slattery, the quirky, unsuccessful actor from *Iron Man 3* and *Shang-Chi*. The relationship between the hopeful hero and the experienced con artist is expected to be a key part of the show’s humor and emotional depth.

The upcoming series is a heartfelt look at the world of acting and the Hollywood system. The trailer features Paul Williams as he deals with the ups and downs of auditions, rejections, and the challenges of staying true to his craft while needing to earn a living, sharing a connection with Slattery over these struggles. This Marvel project, with Destin Daniel Cretton as an executive producer, offers a fresh and honest take on superhero stories. By directly addressing the idea that audiences might be getting tired of superheroes, *Wonder Man* promises to be a standout and engaging addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It will premiere on Disney+ on January 27, 2026, at 6 p.m. Pacific Time.

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