About this episode
We are back fellow Defenders to chat about Wonder Man Episode 1 "Matinee". All episodes of the series are available now on Disney Plus. We'll be releasing our podcasts on Wednesday and Friday each day one podcast for each episode so we'd love to hear your feedback as you watch along.Wonder Man Episode 1 "Matinee" DetailsExecutive Producers are Kevin Feige, Stephen Broussard, Jonathan Schwartz, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Destin Daniel Cretton, Andrew GuestWonder Man first appearance Avengers issue 8 by Don Heck and Jack KirbyCreated for Television by Destin Daniel Cretton, Andrew GuestDirected by Andrew GuestWritten by Destin Daniel CrettonEpisode 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 CastYahya Abdul-Mateen II as Simon Williams Ben Kingsley as Trevor SlatteryX Mayo as JanelleOlivia Thirlby as VivianZlatko Buric as Von KovakWonder Man Pub QuizDuring 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 feedback@tvpodcastindustries.com 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.comQuestion 1: What Book does Simon want to bring into his scene in American Horror Story?Contact us and subscribe to the podcastThank you so much for listening to our Wonder Man Podcast. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast through our website TV Podcast Industries.Join Us On On Facebook or DiscordIf you want to chat with us about the shows we have covered in 2025 or the ones coming up in 2026 you can email us to feedback@tvpodcastindustries.com join us on Facebook at
