Abhiroop Das
Co-created by Destin Daniel Cretton and Andrew Guest, Disney+’s ‘Wonder Man’ charts Simon Williams‘ journey through the world of films and filmmaking as it exists in the MCU. A budding actor, Simon wishes to land the lead role in ‘Wonder Man,’ a remake of his childhood favorite by none other than director Von Kovak. There is just one problem, however, he is secretly superhuman, and under a mysterious set of laws, people with abilities are forbidden from becoming actors. Thus, Simon has no choice but to fake it till he makes it, not knowing that the government already has its eyes on him through Trevor Slattery. The former pretend-Mandarin now wishes to reclaim his position as a silver-screen legend, and as his path crosses with Simon’s, chaos ensues.
Season 1 of the superhero drama series ends with Simon assuming full control of his ionic powers to break in and out of prison, rescuing Trevor in the process. Given that this is a mini-series, the chances of it getting a second season are quite slim, but Brad Winderbaum, the head of Marvel TV and animation, has confirmed that a sequel can be in the cards depending on the audience’s reception. As such, in the best-case scenario, fans of the series can expect a sequel to be released sometime in 2028.
Wonder Man Season 2 Can Kickstart the Mutant Saga Through Simon
The inaugural run of ‘Wonder Man’ ends with a cliff-hanger of Simon and Trevor taking flight to escape prison, and it makes sense for a potential continuation of the show to pick up right there. As it is evident that Simon has an elevated control over his abilities, the following seasons can more organically delve into the storylines generally associated with Wonder Man in the comics. In many other Marvel storylines, Simon is depicted as one of the world’s most powerful entities and is constantly at odds with characters such as Kang the Conqueror, who appears in the MCU’s ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.’ More importantly, the DODC is confirmed to be an antagonistic presence in the narrative, whose plan is to capture Simon and harness his ionic powers, which means that the two are destined to lock heads sooner than later.
Another dimension to ‘Wonder Man’ involves Trevor’s arc, which is pushed even deeper into unpredictable territories following his second breakout from prison. While he is still technically a fugitive, a hypothetical season 2 can go all-in with his internal pressures and dilemmas, especially because the story is unlikely to return to the world of acting anytime soon. For Trevor, who is an artist by heart, it is paramount to live up to his mother’s wishes and legacy, and the story can approach that idea in a number of ways. Von Kovak’s interest in making a ‘Wonder Man 2’ might just be the break Trevor needs, especially with there being even more meta-layers to the story with Simon going public. The fact that both Von Kovak and Trevor are MCU original creations means that there are endless possibilities for both characters.
Wonder Man Season 2 Might Bring Some New Talents to the Cast
Given that ‘Wonder Man’ is built around the intricacies of its characters and their interpersonal relationships, it is natural for the cast to take center stage in discussions for a potential season 2. While Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Ben Kingsley can be expected to reprise their lead roles as Simon Williams and Trevor Slattery, it remains to be seen whether the show will continue by introducing a new antagonist in the following seasons. Actors Shola Adewusi and Demetrius Grosse are also likely to return as Martha and Eric Williams, respectively, as family will possibly be a key subject in the story going forward. The same goes for Olivia Thirlby, whose character, Viviana, still has unfinished business in the story.
While actor Byron Bowers steals the spotlight with his brief but memorable performance as DeMarr Davis, AKA Doorman, whether or not he reappears in the story for a possible season 2 cannot be determined just yet. Still, the narrative strongly suggests that the Doorman clause is about to be tested, which can facilitate the actor’s return into the show. Actor Zlatko Burić, who essays Von Kovak, also finds himself in a similar situation, as while his role in the story is technically over, he does tease a new directorial project towards the end, and might continue that thread in future continuations of the show. Additionally, fans can expect several more cameos from both real-life actors and MCU characters, adding to the show’s metatextual flair.
Wonder Man Season 2 Can Probe Deeper Into Simon’s Identity Crisis
A defining element of Simon’s journey throughout the first season has been his making his first real friend in the form of Trevor. Despite that, he still has a long way to go before he can truly embrace the superhuman side of himself and not see it as a hindrance in the way of his real passion: acting. With a reveal as public as Simon’s, it is unlikely that he will land back in Hollywood anytime soon, due to the infamous Doorman clause. To that end, a potential sequel to the story can actively deconstruct the rules that have been introduced, and potentially even bring Doorman back into the story. Despite their supernatural escapades, what Simon and Trevor truly desire is to be remembered as actors, and it is unlikely that the show will let go of that concept.
By the end of the season, two of Simon’s dynamics are left somewhat unresolved, concerning his ex-girlfriend, Vivian, and brother, Eric. Following his last meeting with Vivian, Simon is left somewhat hopeful of the two rekindling their relationship, especially as she is one of the few people who know about his powers. It is possible that a sequel to the show might take up the subject once again, charting both of the characters’ growth over the seasons. Another major plot thread in the making involves Eric, who has historically not been on the best of terms with his brother. As it turns out, Eric is a significant character in the comics and might be reimagined for the show in a potential season 2.
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