Since the announcement of the wonder-man, the new Marvel series for Disney Plus, comic fans began to speculate which actor would be ideal to star in it. Among the many candidates, even a Henry Cavill, just before the British confirmed his return to DC. However, there is already an actor chosen to embody the new Marvel hero. And it is about another actor who has also been part of the competition.
In accordance with dead line, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is Marvel’s acquisition to bring their beloved character to life. The 36-year-old American is no newcomer to comic book movies. In 2018 he was one of the antagonists of Aquaman, there he brought the iconic Black Manta to life and was one of the best-received elements on the film. He will even reprise his character and be the main villain in the second installment of the underwater hero, which will be released on Christmas 2023. His career also includes films such as The Trial of the Chicago 7, Candyman (2021), The Matrix: Resurrections Y Ambulance.
Who is Wonder Man?
The character, also known as Wonder Man or Simon Williams, is a tech entrepreneur who has abilities to manipulate ionic energy. He was first introduced in 1964 and came from the minds of Stan Lee, Jack Kirby and Don Heck. His powers were granted to him by the Baron Zemo (played in the MCU by Daniel Brühl), who recruited him as part of his master plan to take down The Avengers. From there he has been involved in various confrontations for and against the heroes.
His powers include superhuman strength, speed, stamina, reflexes, and agility. All above the ordinary and some other superheroes. His power over ionic energy allows her to shape his body as she wishes, survive without air or food, fly, and even share his abilities with someone else.
What is known about the Wonder Man series?
Although there are no set filming dates yet or a possible release date, the arrival of Abdul-Mateen to the cast could speed things up. In the production we can find Destin Daniel Cretton, director of Shang Chi, and Andrew Guest, co-producer of Hawkeye. The appearance of Ben Kingsley as the controversial Trevor Slattery is also expected.
It will also be interesting to see how the character fits into the already established canon of the MCU. According to some rumours, Wonder Man’s origin as an actor would be used to make a kind of satire on Hollywood productions. If we remember that the aforementioned character of Ben Kingsley is actually an actor, perhaps this rumor could make sense.
Are you excited to see Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Wonder Man? Or would they have preferred Henry Cavill to change studios?
John Joseph Cruz I am one of those who always defended Robert Pattinson as Batman and can see the same movie in the cinema up to 7 times. My guilty pleasure? Low budget horror movies.