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Geek Tyrant
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Marvel's WONDER MAN Brings Back a Surprising SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME Character — GeekTyrant
Marvel's upcoming Disney+ series Wonder Man is digging into the MCU's past, bringing back a character many fans didn't expect to see again. According to Deadline, Arian Moayed will reprise his role as Agent Cleary, a high-ranking official in the Department of Damage Control. Cleary first showed up in 2021's Spider-Man: No Way Home , where he grilled Peter Parker after Spider-Man's identity was exposed. He later returned in 2022's Ms. Marvel , hunting down Kamala Khan and reminding us that Damage Control was being positioned as a major force in the MCU. Now, he's back for Wonder Man , and fans are thrilled that Marvel isn't leaving those threads hanging. 'Cool, the MCU needs characters like this who can show up in multiple projects without stealing [the] spotlight,' one Reddit user wrote. Another added, 'Nice to see characters showing up in multiple projects.' Some fans even pointed out how overdue this feels: 'About time. Phase 4 set up Damage Control to be a major player and then just disappeared for all of Phase 5.' Others are simply excited to see Moayed again: 'Yess, I love Arian! Always happy to see his character pop up again (same with Jimmy Woo).' Another chimed in, 'Hell yeah!! Loved him!' Wonder Man stars Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Simon Williams, a superpowered actor and stuntman turned hero. Ben Kingsley will also return as Trevor Slattery, the washed-up actor from Iron Man 3 and Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings . Behind the camera, Shang-Chi director Destin Daniel Cretton and Hawkeye writer Andrew Guest are steering the show. Wonder Man consists of eight episodes and Marvel's Head of Streaming, Television, and Animation, Brad Winderbaum called it 'one of my favorite things ever. I think it's the best show no one's ever seen, and I'm very excited to see the audience reaction to it. I think it's a love letter to what we do as filmmakers. It's a love letter to acting as a profession, and it's a very sincere, beautiful show."
Express Tribune
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Wonder Man could kick off MCU's Mutant Saga and X-Men era
Marvel Studios has released new teaser footage of Wonder Man as part of its 2025 programming lineup—and fans are buzzing. Starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Simon Williams, the Disney+ series is now rumored to be a key entry in the MCU's upcoming Mutant Saga, possibly connecting to the X-Men. While the footage offers only a brief glimpse of Wonder Man in costume, it's already fueling speculation online. With the series set for a December 2025 release, many believe this could be Marvel's way of subtly introducing mutant characters into the main timeline. New teaser for 'WONDER MAN' Coming to Disney+ this December. — Cosmic Marvel (@cosmic_marvel) July 8, 2025 In Marvel Comics, Wonder Man shares a strong bond with Beast (Hank McCoy)—a prominent mutant and former Avenger. With Kelsey Grammer's Beast confirmed for Avengers: Doomsday after his cameo in The Marvels, there's growing belief that Wonder Man could bridge the gap between mutants and the broader Avengers storyline. Although Grammer hasn't been announced for the series, a multiversal cameo or post-credits scene isn't out of the question. If Abdul-Mateen's Wonder Man crosses paths with Grammer's Beast—either in this series or a future film—it could lay the groundwork for introducing a new X-Men team post-Secret Wars. Past Marvel series like Ms. Marvel have already teased mutant DNA, and with Marvel heading full-speed into its Mutant Saga, Wonder Man could be the surprising launchpad for the X-Men's MCU debut. Fans should expect more details as the Wonder Man premiere approaches, but for now, all eyes are on Simon Williams—standing at the edge of Marvel's next major era.
Tom's Guide
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Disney Plus and Hulu summer preview trailer offers fresh look at 8 upcoming shows — here's the 3 I'm adding to my watchlist
If you're serious about streaming all the best stuff, it seems like you're going to want access to Disney Plus (and Hulu) throughout 2025. That opinion is based on the exciting teaser that Disney just shared, which showcases what the House of Mouse has primed for release on its two streaming services throughout the back half of 2025. The trailer showcases the streamers' range of content: new and returning comedies, another brief glimpse of Marvel's "Wonder Man" project, and a fresh look at the hotly anticipated new "Alien: Earth" series. Check it out below: Of course, this new clip is only a sizzle reel of what's coming our way, so it's not like we've got a ton of fresh info about any one show in particular. That said, getting excited about streaming is literally my job, and so here are the three things that I'm currently most looking forward to watching (plus a quick rundown of everything shown off). And remember: everything shown off can be streamed via Hulu on Disney Plus for bundle subscribers. Let's get the most obvious project out of the way: "Alien: Earth" looks awesome. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. That trailer that dropped at the start of June was gripping stuff. It boasts some engrossing visuals and feels like it has nailed the "Alien" aesthetic and the lingering dread that H.R. Giger's nightmarish biomechanical creations have been spreading for decades. I look forward to cowering behind my sofa when the beasts are unleashed once more. I watch football, I like comedy, and I think Glen Powell is one of the most watchable stars on our screens right now. As such, "Chad Powers" — the upcoming Hulu comedy show — feels practically tailor-made for me. The half-hour comedy comes from Powell and Michael Waldron, and is based on the character of the same name from "Eli's Places." It sees Powell stepping onto the pitch as QB Russ Holliday. When bad behavior nukes this hotshot's college football career, he disguises himself as Chad Powers, an affable, talented player who walks onto a struggling Southern football team. I grew up with Rick Riordan's "Percy Jackson" books, and after those less-than-stellar movie adaptations, I didn't necessarily have high hopes for the 2023 series adaptation. Season 1 of "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" well and truly proved me wrong, however, and I have been patiently awaiting the fantasy series' return ever since. The first batch of episodes was great fun, and I really can't wait to see the team's take on book 2; it's been on my radar since the start of the year. SUMMER AUTUMN DECEMBER
Geek Girl Authority
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Girl Authority
PERCY JACKSON AND THE OLYMPIANS Takes Center Stage in Disney+ and Hulu 2025 Sizzle Reel
Highlights Disney unleashed a 2025 sizzle reel for its platform Disney+ and sister streamer Hulu, which you can watch below. Said reel teases what's on the horizon, content-wise, and features new footage from Marvel's Wonder Man and Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2. Wonder Man Percy Jackson and the Olympians On the Hulu side of things, the reel also unveils first looks at Only Murders in the Building Season 5 and the upcoming new series Chad Powers . Coming in 2025 There's a lot to look forward to on the Disney+ and Hulu front for the remainder of this year. Disney shared a sizzle reel featuring never-before-seen footage from new original series and returning fan favorites alike. Disney+ For Disney+, this includes the highly anticipated second season of the smash-hit fantasy Percy Jackson and the Olympians . Here's a synopsis of Season 2 per Disney: 'Season 2 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians is based on the second installment of Disney Hyperion's best-selling book series titled The Sea of Monsters by award-winning author Rick Riordan. In the new season, Percy Jackson returns to Camp Half-Blood one year later to find his world turned upside down. His friendship with Annabeth is changing, he learns he has a cyclops for a brother, Grover has gone missing, and camp is under siege from the forces of Kronos. Percy's journey to set things right will take him off the map and into the deadly Sea of Monsters, where a secret fate awaits the son of Poseidon.' RELATED: When Franchises Collide: Star Trek and the Marvel Cinematic Universe Additionally, the entertainment juggernaut blessed us with a brief teaser for Marvel's Wonder Man , starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as actor Simon Williams, who becomes the titular hero. Ben Kingsley reprises his role of Trevor Slattery, whose previous MCU credits include 2021's Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings and 2013's Iron Man 3 . Hulu As for Hulu, the 2025 sizzle reel showcases what's to come for beloved comedic murder mystery series Only Murders in the Building Season 5, which features new guest stars Renée Zellweger, Logan Lerman, Keegan-Michael Key, Téa Leoni, Christoph Waltz, Jermaine Fowler and Beanie Feldstein. Meryl Streep will also return as Loretta Durkin-Putnam. Then, Glen Powell stars as the eponymous Chad Powers in Chad Powers , a new comedy slated for premiere this fall. Alien: Earth also gets some love with new footage from the horror series to whet our appetites. RELATED: Percy Jackson and the Olympians Scores Early Season 3 Renewal Here's a breakdown of everything to come on Disney+ and Hulu, including premiere dates/windows: FX's Alien: Earth (streaming August 12) (streaming August 12) All's Fair (streaming Fall 2025) (streaming Fall 2025) Chad Powers (streaming September 30) (streaming September 30) King of the Hill Season 14 (streaming August 4) Season 14 (streaming August 4) Only Murders in the Building Season 5 Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 (streaming December 2025) The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox (streaming August 20) Marvel Television's Wonder Man (streaming December 2025) (streaming December 2025) ZOMBIES 4: Dawn of the Vampires (streaming July 11) Before you go, check out the Disney+ and Hulu sizzle reel below: Renée Zellweger Is Coming to the Arconia in ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Season 5 Contact: [email protected] What I do: I'm GGA's Managing Editor, a Senior Contributor, and Press Coordinator. I manage, contribute, and coordinate. Sometimes all at once. Joking aside, I oversee day-to-day operations for GGA, write, edit, and assess interview opportunities/press events. Who I am: Before moving to Los Angeles after studying theater in college, I was born and raised in Amish country, Ohio. No, I am not Amish, even if I sometimes sport a modest bonnet. Bylines in: Tell-Tale TV, Culturess, Sideshow Collectibles, and inkMend on Medium. Critic: Rotten Tomatoes, CherryPicks, and the Hollywood Creative Alliance.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
New WONDER MAN Footage Shows Yahya Abdul-Mateen II's Anger and Fear
Phase 6 of the MCU is coming really soon with The Fantastic Four: First Steps kicking off a new chapter in July. Marvel is lightening the load on both the big and small screen with fewer releases, and that's rather exciting for fans. There will be more intentional focus on creating engaging and quality material and we cannot wait to see what's coming next. As far as television, we have Wonder Man starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II heading our way in December. We haven't seen footage from this series in a while, but Disney finally gave us another peek at Wonder Man in a :60 sizzle clip showing their remaining content for 2025. About 28 seconds into the clip, we see Abdul-Mateen II's Simon Williams get an ominous warning to stay away from a certain role. However, the soon-to-be Wonder Man says he was made for it. And there's certainly a cost for it, at least from a psychological perspective. He smashes a table with his bare hands and screams as things start to unravel around him. Oh boy. Hopefully we will start to get more information about Wonder Man now that we are only a few months away. We know that Simon has powers and wants to land a role as a superhero in a TV show, but that's really about it for now. RELATED ARTICLE Wonder Man's Comics History Points to a 'Hollywood Hero' Series This series will hit Disney+ in December 2025.
