Marvel Studios has officially announced the main villains for the upcoming Disney+ series “Wonder Man.” The show, set to premiere on January 27, 2026, will feature the Department of Damage Control alongside Arian Moayed reprising his role as Agent P. Cleary.
Overview of “Wonder Man”
“Wonder Man” follows Simon Williams, portrayed by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, on his journey in Hollywood. He aims to secure a role in a reboot of the Wonder Man character within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
Confirmed Villains
- Department of Damage Control
- Arian Moayed as Agent P. Cleary
This series marks the return of the Department of Damage Control in the MCU, which was first introduced in “Spider-Man: Homecoming” (2017). Their last appearance was in “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law” in 2022.
Creative Direction
Executive producer Andrew Guest emphasized that Marvel Studios aims to minimize the need for prior knowledge of the MCU for viewers. The focus is strictly on Simon Williams and Trevor Slattery, played by Sir Ben Kingsley. Guest stated, “We wanted to have no homework for the audience.” This approach is intended to make the show accessible and engaging.
Recurring Characters and Story Elements
In prior MCU entries, the Department of Damage Control has created complications for heroes like Peter Parker and Kamala Khan. Agent Cleary, along with fellow agent Sadie Deever, was instrumental in tracking Kamala during her debut as a superhero in “Ms. Marvel.”
The series will consist of eight episodes, with action highlighting Simon’s abilities and growth as he navigates obstacles while trying to avoid the attention of Damage Control.
Anticipations and Trailers
A recently released trailer suggests that Agent Cleary views Simon Williams as a significant threat. This perspective could lead to troubles for Simon as he attempts to make a name for himself in an unforgiving industry.
“Wonder Man” is positioned as the first new MCU project of 2026 and the third Disney+ series released in Phase 6. With a blend of action and comedy, fans anticipate witnessing Simon’s superhero journey and interactions with long-standing MCU elements.
