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Wonder Man Episode 1 "Matinee" Details

Executive Producers are Kevin Feige, Stephen Broussard, Jonathan Schwartz, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Destin Daniel Cretton, Andrew Guest

Wonder Man first appearance Avengers issue 8 by Don Heck and Jack Kirby

Created for Television by Destin Daniel Cretton, Andrew Guest

Directed by Andrew Guest

Written by Destin Daniel Cretton

Episode Synopsis:

In present day Los Angeles, actor Simon Williams just can't help but mess up his opportunities. 

Recently fired from a cameo role on American Horror Story for overthinking the bit part, but in a chance meeting with Trevor Slattery, actor and former Terrorist mouthpiece, he finds a kindred spirit.

Trevor is auditioning for a role in the reboot of Simon's favourite character Wonder Man. He feels the role is his destiny and with Trevor's help to trust the words and not overthink it, Simon delivers an excellent audition for the lead role.

Trevor brings Simon for a drink to celebrate this small win but after he leaves, the former Terrorist gets a phone call asking if Simon suspects anything, he's very dangerous and needs to be brought in.

Wonder Man Episode 1 Cast

• Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Simon Williams
• Ben Kingsley as Trevor Slattery
• X Mayo as Janelle
• Olivia Thirlby as Vivian
• Zlatko Buric as Von Kovak

Wonder Man Pub Quiz

During each podcast we'll ask a question about each episode in our Wonder Man Pub Quiz. You can send in your answers at the end of the season to [email protected] the fellow Defenders with the most correct answers will be in with the chance of getting their hands on some Wonder Man goodies. All questions will be updated on: https://www.tvpodcastindustries.com

Question 1: What Book does Simon want to bring into his scene in American Horror Story?
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John, Chris and Derek

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Date recorded: 15/01/2025

Date published: 28/01/2025

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