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Wonder Man Sets Jan. 27 Disney+ Launch as Showrunner Puts Wider MCU Plans on Hold

Marvel positions the series as standalone, with Simon Williams' wider MCU future dependent on audience response.

Overview

  • All eight episodes will debut simultaneously on Disney+ at 6 p.m. PT on January 27 under the Marvel Spotlight banner.
  • Showrunner Andrew Guest says Marvel is letting the project stand on its own and will gauge future use of the character based on viewer connection.
  • A new Marvel Studios TV spot highlights early critic praise, with full reviews set to post later tonight.
  • Yahya Abdul‑Mateen II sidestepped questions about an Avengers: Doomsday appearance, saying he hopes the character’s future is bright.
  • The series blends a Hollywood satire setting with MCU touchpoints such as the Department of Damage Control, and features Ben Kingsley returning as Trevor Slattery.