Marvel Studios is launching 'Wonder Man' on Disney+ as part of its new character-driven, lower-stakes TV approach, diverging from traditional superhero narratives. The series stars Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Simon Williams, a Hollywood actor with superpowers who struggles to keep his abilities hidden while pursuing acting roles. Created by Destin Daniel Cretton and Andrew Guest, 'Wonder Man' is set in a grounded universe, focusing on Simon’s dual life and Hollywood satire, rather than large-scale MCU events. The show also features the return of Trevor Slattery, played by Ben Kingsley, who was introduced in 'Iron Man 3' as a comedic, disgraced actor pretending to be the Mandarin. Slattery’s character has evolved through Marvel’s franchise, including a significant role in 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings' and the upcoming series, where he helps Simon navigate the entertainment industry while working for the Department of Damage Control. The series was delayed due to strikes and Marvel’s shifting production plans but has received positive reviews. 'Wonder Man' represents Marvel’s shift toward smaller, stand-alone stories that explore lesser-known heroes and Hollywood satire, reminiscent of Netflix’s darker Marvel shows of the 2010s. The show aims to refresh Marvel’s TV slate amid waning influence and mixed success of recent projects, emphasizing character studies and humor over traditional superhero action.