The plot details for Marvel’s Wonder Man have leaked online. The show is confirmed to premiere on Disney+ in December 2025.
In the show, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II stars as the titular character, playing a twisted, meta version of himself in the MCU, unlike anything we’ve seen before. The story begins with Yahya auditioning for roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, only to face rejection after rejection for disappointing roles in the hero world.
Here’s the plot details for Wonder Man:
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II plays a twisted version of himself—a meta take like we’ve never seen in the MCU. The story kicks off with Yahya (as himself) persistently auditioning for roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe after disappointing roles in the hero world—and he’s met with rejection after rejection. Every time he tries, he’s shut down, leading to some hilarious—and increasingly desperate—attempts to get his foot in the door. But things take a turn when Yahya, frustrated and determined, sneaks onto Marvel Studios in a last-ditch effort to prove himself.
Here, he stumbles upon the AI known as K.E.V.I.N., whom Marvel fans will remember from She-Hulk. Yahya inadvertently discovers massive MCU secrets. But K.E.V.I.N. isn’t about to let him just walk away with that knowledge—so it traps him inside the MCU itself. From this point, the series reportedly spirals into a wild ride where Yahya, no longer an actor auditioning for a role, becomes part of the MCU. Knowing he’s “stuck,” Yahya starts messing with the MCU’s reality-manipulating storylines—creating chaotic situations and even giving himself superpowers to become the hero he’s always dreamed of playing. Now, instead of being cast as a hero, he’s trying to become one within the universe. Expect tons of fourth-wall breaks and self-referential humor as he tries to position himself as the next big hero—all while K.E.V.I.N. keeps a close watch on his every move.
The show, created by Destin Daniel Cretton and Andrew Guest for Disney+, is part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) TV series produced by Marvel Studios, sharing continuity with the film franchise. Guest also serves as the showrunner.
The show also stars Ben Kingsley as Trevor Slattery, a failed actor serving Xu Wenwu; Demetrius Grosse as Eric Williams/Grim Reaper, Simon’s brother; Ed Harris as Neal Saroyan, Simon’s agent; and Lauren Glazier. Stella Meghie and James Ponsoldt are set to direct.
Wonder Man will consist of 10 episodes and will premiere on Disney+ in December 2025.
