Marvel Television has released the first full clip from its upcoming Disney+ series Wonder Man, giving fans a closer look at the dynamic between its two lead actors. The series, starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as the aspiring actor Simon Williams, will premiere all eight episodes on January 27, 2026 . The new scene introduces Williams to Ben Kingsley’s returning MCU character, Trevor Slattery, setting the stage for the show’s Hollywood-centric story .
A First Look at Simon and Trevor’s Meeting
The newly released clip focuses on the moment struggling actor Simon Williams meets the veteran, yet somewhat infamous, actor Trevor Slattery . In the scene, Williams approaches Slattery, eager for information about a secretive new film project. Slattery, who previously posed as the villainous Mandarin in Iron Man 3, is portrayed with Kingsley’s signature mix of theatricality and weariness .
The interaction highlights the show’s core premise: two actors at very different stages of their careers pursuing what they believe is a life-changing role. This first meeting between Williams and Slattery will serve as the starting point for an unlikely partnership and friendship . Yahya Abdul-Mateen II described the series as “fresh, and a bit tongue-in-cheek, a bit self-aware,” noting that while it comments on topics like superhero fatigue, its main focus is an actor’s journey and friendship .
The Story of an Actor’s Struggle in Hollywood
Wonder Man will follow Simon Williams, a Hollywood actor whose career has failed to launch. His life takes a turn when he learns that legendary director Von Kovak (played by Zlatko Buriฤ) is remaking a classic superhero film called Wonder Man . Desperate for his big break, Williams doggedly pursues the lead role, which shares his name.
The twist, as hinted in trailers, is that Simon Williams appears to possess actual superpowers, though he seems more interested in landing the movie role than in being a real hero . The series promises a meta, satirical look inside the entertainment industry, with Williams and Slattery offering a “peek behind the curtain” . Marvel’s Head of Television, Brad Winderbaum, stated the show is a sincere and intimate portrait of an actor trying to live his dreams, differentiating it from broader Hollywood satires by focusing on the craft of acting .
Who Are the Key Players in ‘Wonder Man’?
The series brings together an accomplished cast led by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, an Emmy winner known for The Watchmen and Aquaman, in the titular role . He is joined by Academy Award winner Ben Kingsley, who reprises his Marvel role as Trevor Slattery from Iron Man 3 and Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings .
The supporting cast includes:
- Demetrius Grosse as Eric Williams, Simon’s brother, who in the comics becomes the villain Grim Reaper .
- Ed Harris as Neal Saroyan, Simon’s agent .
- Arian Moayed as Agent P. Cleary, a Department of Damage Control official seen in previous MCU projects .
Additional cast members are Juliette Ortega, X Mayo, Olivia Thirlby, Byron Bowers, and Joe Pantoliano .
The series is created by Destin Daniel Cretton (director of Shang-Chi) and writer Andrew Guest (Hawkeye, Community), with Cretton also directing the first two episodes .
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How to Watch ‘Wonder Man’ When It Premieres
Wonder Man is scheduled for a global release on Disney+. All eight episodes of the series will be available to stream at once on the following dates and times :
- Monday, January 27, 2026, at 6:00 PM PT / 9:00 PM ET (for North and South America).
- Tuesday, January 28, 2026, at 2:00 AM GMT (for the UK and other international regions).
The series was originally set for a late 2025 debut but was shifted to its current January 2026 date . An official soundtrack featuring the score by composer Joel P. West will be released on digital platforms on January 30, 2026 .
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