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Marvel's Wonder Man: A Unique Character Study Premieres January 27

1/26/2026

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Marvel's Wonder Man miniseries premieres on Disney Plus on January 27.
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II (actor) stars as Simon Williams.
Sir Ben Kingsley (actor) portrays Trevor Slattery.
They audition for a reboot of the fictional Wonder Man movie.
The series stands out as a self-contained character study, exploring identity and the pressures of the entertainment industry.

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Story summary

Marvel's Wonder Man miniseries premieres on Disney Plus on January 27.
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II (actor) stars as Simon Williams.
Sir Ben Kingsley (actor) portrays Trevor Slattery.
They audition for a reboot of the fictional Wonder Man movie.
The series stands out as a self-contained character study, exploring identity and the pressures of the entertainment industry.