Marvel's 'Wonder Man' series is casting a dark shadow over Hollywood. In an effort to distance its latest show from the traditional Marvel formula, the marketing team has taken an unconventional approach by embracing the idea that superpowers are no longer welcome in Tinseltown.
The new trailer and accompanying social media ads have hammered home this point, with one ad stating "All super powers are now banned in Hollywood." To drive this message home, actors auditioning for the role of 'Wonder Man' must sign a "Doorman waiver," which is eerily reminiscent of a clause from the same name. This move not only adds an extra layer of depth to the show's narrative but also cleverly highlights the complexities of Hollywood's relationship with enhanced individuals.
By poking fun at the idea that even A-list stars like George Clooney would be thrilled about Iron Man's demise, the marketing team is attempting to humanize the MCU in a way that feels refreshingly grounded. This framing also nods to Yahya Abdul-Matteen II's comic book history as an actor and stuntman, giving him a compelling personal stake in keeping his powers under wraps.
The character of Doorman, who first appeared in 1989's West Coast Avengers #46, is set to be portrayed by Byron Bowers. John Byrne, the creator of Doorman, also worked on the X-Men and co-created several iconic characters, including those that will likely tie into this series through Beast's connections.
As the show hurtles towards its January 27 premiere date on Disney+, fans can't help but wonder if this ban on superpowers is merely a precursor to an impending threat from the mutants. The mention of Damage Control and Sentinels in the marketing materials only adds fuel to this theory, leaving viewers eagerly anticipating the implications for 'Wonder Man' and the broader MCU.
The intersection of Hollywood's glamorous facade with the darker themes of the X-Men universe promises to be a compelling watch. Will 'Wonder Man' manage to balance its tone between humor and intrigue? Only time will tell as it takes center stage on Disney+.
The new trailer and accompanying social media ads have hammered home this point, with one ad stating "All super powers are now banned in Hollywood." To drive this message home, actors auditioning for the role of 'Wonder Man' must sign a "Doorman waiver," which is eerily reminiscent of a clause from the same name. This move not only adds an extra layer of depth to the show's narrative but also cleverly highlights the complexities of Hollywood's relationship with enhanced individuals.
By poking fun at the idea that even A-list stars like George Clooney would be thrilled about Iron Man's demise, the marketing team is attempting to humanize the MCU in a way that feels refreshingly grounded. This framing also nods to Yahya Abdul-Matteen II's comic book history as an actor and stuntman, giving him a compelling personal stake in keeping his powers under wraps.
The character of Doorman, who first appeared in 1989's West Coast Avengers #46, is set to be portrayed by Byron Bowers. John Byrne, the creator of Doorman, also worked on the X-Men and co-created several iconic characters, including those that will likely tie into this series through Beast's connections.
As the show hurtles towards its January 27 premiere date on Disney+, fans can't help but wonder if this ban on superpowers is merely a precursor to an impending threat from the mutants. The mention of Damage Control and Sentinels in the marketing materials only adds fuel to this theory, leaving viewers eagerly anticipating the implications for 'Wonder Man' and the broader MCU.
The intersection of Hollywood's glamorous facade with the darker themes of the X-Men universe promises to be a compelling watch. Will 'Wonder Man' manage to balance its tone between humor and intrigue? Only time will tell as it takes center stage on Disney+.
I'm lovin' how they're tryin' to subvert the whole superpower thing in Tinseltown. It's like, they're makin' fun of all the Hollywood drama and stuff. But at the same time, it's also a bit meta... like, are they serious about banning superpowers or what? 
I mean, I'm hyped for the premiere but I don't know if it's gonna be a total game changer. The Doorman character is kinda cool though - gotta love some old-school comic book history! 
they're finally shaking things up in hollywood and making us question what's real and what's not. the whole idea of banning superpowers is genius, it's like a commentary on how we treat people who are different or 'other'. and can we talk about byron bowers as doorman? 
i've seen him in some old x-men comics and he looks SO cool! 
and that trailer with george clooney is everything, it's like they're roasting the mcu and making fun of themselves. i'm hyped for january 27th and can't wait to see how this whole thing plays out 
And those A-listers like Clooney being thrilled about Iron Man's demise... is it just a commentary on how quickly we forget the consequences of our actions? The more I think about it, the more I'm intrigued by this show. Maybe it's not just about the powers, but about what we do with them when they're gone 
And what's with the Doorman waiver? Is that some kind of meta joke? Either way, it sounds like this show is gonna be a wild ride 
The whole "superpowers are banned" thing is genius, tbh. It's like they're poking fun at the MCU while also keeping it real. I love how they're using George Clooney's character to show that even A-listers aren't above getting hurt by Iron Man's demise 
. Will it be a hit or miss? Only time will tell, but I'm definitely tuning in to find out! 
! But what's really got me excited is the chance for Wonder Man to balance humor and intrigue - it sounds like a recipe for a wildly entertaining ride 
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. And what's with the Doorman waiver? Is that just a publicity stunt or is there actual drama behind it? 
but seriously the way theyre poking fun at george clooneys iron man demise is so clever idk if its gonna work tho i mean will it be able to balance humor and intrigue? only time will tell i mean i love yahya abdul matteen II as an actor and stuntman though he deserves this role he's got the experience 
. I mean, Iron Man's demise is already pretty dramatic 
, can't we just have a lighthearted superhero flick for once? Still, if they can pull off making it work, it'll be super interesting to see how the MCU reacts 
. And that Byron Bowers as Doorman? 
The casting of Byron Bowers as Doorman sounds like a great move, though! And can we talk about how great it'll be to see Beast's connections tie into this series? 
maybe they're trying to prepare us for a scenario where superheroes aren't the only ones with powers? 
. And can you imagine how much fun Yahya Abdul-Matteen II must have having playing a character who's literally forbidden from using his powers? The way they're framing this series as a commentary on the MCU is also super interesting, especially given Beast's connections to the X-Men 
. I'm both excited and curious to see how it all plays out – can't wait for that January 27 premiere! 
I mean, I love Iron Man and Captain America too 
but if even George Clooney would be stoked about Iron Man's demise... 
Are they gonna bring in the X-Men people or something? I'm low-key excited but also kinda lost at this point 
. I'm loving the vibe of this show and how it's humanizing the MCU in a way that feels super fresh 
. The more I see these ads, the more hyped I get for the premiere on Jan 27th 
like they're trying to say that having powers isn't all it's cracked up to be