The Marvel Cinematic Universe has brought many stories to life, but one of its most surprising successes almost didn’t happen. Before its release on Disney+, the show Wonder Man was largely overlooked, and many believed the studio wasn’t committed to it. Surprisingly, it turned out to be one of the best MCU shows yet, sharing more in common with the experimental style of WandaVision than with more traditionally action-focused series like Falcon and the Winter Soldier or Secret Invasion.
Despite all the progress, the Wonder Man series nearly didn’t happen. According to head writer Andrew Guest, Marvel considered canceling the show during the 2023 Hollywood strikes. Guest explained they barely made it through several difficult moments, and the show’s producers had to strongly advocate for its continuation when it was almost scrapped.
Wonder Man is Marvel’s Version of Andor
Even with some initial doubts, Wonder Man proved to be a great MCU series, offering one of the strongest, most complete stories seen on the small screen. Both critics (91% on Rotten Tomatoes) and viewers (88% audience rating) largely loved it, and it ended up being similar to Andor from Star Wars – a standout, well-crafted show within a larger universe.
Unlike other Star Wars shows that center around famous characters like Han Solo or Obi-Wan Kenobi, Andor told a unique, politically driven story. It followed Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) and his journey to rebel against the oppressive Galactic Empire. The show’s distinct style and approach faced challenges during production, but ultimately proved successful, earning high praise from both critics (96% on Rotten Tomatoes) and audiences (89%). Andor is considered a creative turning point for the Star Wars franchise.
With Wonder Man being the most recent Marvel Cinematic Universe release, it’s unclear whether Marvel will use it as a model for future projects. The series stands apart because it focused on a unique story, prioritizing character development over typical superhero action. While it included familiar elements like Trevor Slattery and Damage Control, Wonder Man is ultimately about a man searching for meaning in his life—and it’s not through becoming a hero.
It doesn’t matter if Marvel learns from the positive reception of Wonder Man; the show stands on its own as one of the best Disney+ has offered from the MCU. It’s in the same league as WandaVision and Daredevil: Born Again because it took risks and brought something fresh to the franchise. The MCU could really benefit from more shows like Wonder Man, which is especially noteworthy considering it nearly didn’t happen.
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