Marvel's Wonder Man release date, where to watch, what to expect, star-cast, and more about the new MCU mini-series

Marvel's latest live-action series Wonder Man is zipping into your screens in January 2026. The buzz started at New York Comic-Con panel where Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Sir Ben Kingsley took to the stage to reveal the first looks of the upcoming mini-series. Marvel Television has recently dropped the official trailer as well showing off Yahya in all his high-flying glory as Wonder Man. For the unversed, Wonder Man was first flexed his muscles way back in 1964 comic-book, The Avengers #9.

When and where to watch Wonder Man

The Marvel live-action drama is releasing on Disney+ next year on January 27, 2026 worldwide. However, it's not yet confirmed when and where Wonder Man will be released in India, yet expected to release on JioHotstar (accessible via OTTplay Premium). The mini-series consists of only eight episodes.

What to expect from Marvel's Wonder Man

The mini-series is expected to be meta-satirical comedy that pokes fun at the world of show business, all while taking part inside the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Fans can think of it as a comical look into the behind-the-scenes of Hollywood, but with superhereos.

Wonder Man is about a struggling actor named Simon Williams who's trying to make cement his name on the industry that's completely obsessed with superhereos. While Simon is working to build his acting career, he also shockingly gains superpowers. The story will follow his funny and strange attempts to balance his new abilities with the challenges of the entertainment industry.

What does the trailer of Wonder Man show

The 2-minute video introduces Simon Williams as a struggling actor who's shocked to learn that filmmaker Von Kovak announces that he's going remake the classic film of Wonder Man, a character he has been a huge fan from childhood. A desparate Simon befriends with actor Trevor Slattery, who played the role of an international terrorist in Iron Man 3 film in 2013.

Simon decides to given an audition for the lead role of Wonder Man. However, things take an unexpected turn in Simon's life when comes to realize that he is actually a superpowered individual himself, and not just any other common human.

Wonder Man cast members

While Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is seen as Wonder Man, Sir Ben Kingsley has reprised his role as Trevor Slattery. Other actors like Demetrius Grosse to be seen as Eric Williams/Grim Reaper Simon's brother. Ed Harris as Neal Saroyan Simon's agent, Arian Moayed to reprise her role Agent Cleary, Zlatko Burić to be seen as the director Von Kovak. The seies also features Josh Gad, Lauren Glazier, Byron Bowers.

FAQs:

Q. When and where to watch Marvel's Wonder Man?

A. Marvel mini-series Wonder Man is releasing on Disney+ next year on January 27, 2026. However not confirmed, but Wonder Woman might release on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) in India.

Q. Who plays Wonder Man in the upcoming series?

A. Wonder Man is played by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II in the upcoming mini-series.

Q. Who are the Wonder Man cast members?

A. Sir Ben Kingsley has reprised his role as Trevor Slattery. Other actors like Demetrius Grosse to be seen as Eric Williams/Grim Reaper Simon's brother. Ed Harris as Neal Saroyan Simon's agent, Arian Moayed to reprise her role Agent Cleary, Zlatko Burić to be seen as the director Von Kovak. The seies also features Josh Gad, Lauren Glazier, Byron Bowers.