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s01e08 — Yucca Valley

Wonder Man — s01e08 — Yucca Valley

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Runtime: 34 min.
Release Date: 27.01.202627.01.2026 15:00
Watched by: 2 00439.68%
1 season
s01e08
s01e01 - Matinee
s01e02 - Self-Tape
s01e03 - Pacoima
s01e04 - Doorman
s01e05 - Found Footage
s01e06 - Callback
s01e07 - Kathy Friedman
s01e08 - Yucca Valley

Discussion: Season 1, Episode 8
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al_topchiy
al_topchiy
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28 Jan 10:14 #
It was much better than I expected. The series was really different from other Marvel projects. Honestly, sometimes you even forget that this is a Marvel series. I will be very happy to see these characters again in the future.
Гринч33
Гринч33
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29 Jan 10:14 #
@al_topchiy: sometimes I forget that your messages are generated by AI.
selky
selky
29 Jan 19:40 #
@Гринч33: If it's not a secret, why did you decide that about AI? Just because a person liked the show?
Гринч33
Гринч33
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29 Jan 19:43 #
@selky: take a look at his comments on episodes 3 and 4 for clarity.
umaryan
umaryan
PRO
29 Jan 19:50 #
@Гринч33: Yes, there's more than that. I've just looked at his comments and it's either an AI or a person with an incredibly rich vocabulary who speaks like a man from high society and periodically uses modern vocabulary. And he never answers anyone.
Гринч33
Гринч33
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29 Jan 19:52 #
@umaryan: the fact that speech is artificial is okay. He just sometimes doesn't get into the subject.😁
umaryan
umaryan
PRO
28 Jan 18:09 #
The whole series is very good, I liked that you seem to be watching superheroics, but at the same time superpowers are in the background. But how infuriating these assumptions are that in a super-secure prison, some kind of guard can easily do data on a person and this very prison easily employs a person. Have they not heard about biometrics? Yeah...
AlfeG
AlfeG
PRO
13 Feb 16:42 #
@umaryan: It can be attributed to the poor financing that the entire series complained about )
FCC
FCC
28 Jan 18:37 #
For me, the series is on 6/10: it's easy to watch, it's a beautiful picture, there are emotional moments, but I didn't feel much excitement. Honestly, I was expecting a little more use of the character's superpowers from the Marvel project.
I liked the doorman series the most, there were superpowers and show business in equal numbers.
naz_art2ur
naz_art2ur
28 Jan 22:25 #
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Гринч33
Гринч33
PRO
29 Jan 00:45 #
Overall, the series turned out to be a bit different from what I expected. But it's better that Marvel makes such series than the conditional Iron Heart. Well, this is probably the first TV series in my memory where the filler episode turned out to be the best😁 Well, it's worth noting that Ben Kingsley played great. He's the best thing about this project.
Hidji
Hidji
29 Jan 01:55 #
It seems that for some more obvious connection to the MCU, a small cameo of one of the superheroes of the universe is missing, in addition to mentions of them in the dialogues. Otherwise, it really looks a little foreign and Trevor alone is not enough, although Kingsley is certainly good).
Neko_aka_Kot
Neko_aka_Kot
29 Jan 02:56 #
@Hidji: there are not just "cameos", but in almost every episode. I'm talking about the Mandarin. or do I need him to make tangerine candies?)
Hidji
Hidji
29 Jan 03:18 #
@Neko_aka_Kot: Isn't his name Trevor, whom I wrote about in the last line? 🤨
Neko_aka_Kot
Neko_aka_Kot
29 Jan 09:53 #
@Hidji: but do not confuse some kind of "actor" and the sworn enemy of Iron Man) so what if he "reformed". but he awakened the powers of a Miracle Man. Maybe this was his plan?
vtrefiloff
vtrefiloff
01 Feb 00:24 #
@Hidji: I expected them to tie him to the X-Men, saying he was a mutant, but no
selky
selky
02 Feb 14:57 #
@vtrefiloff: No, he wasn't a mutant in the comics either.
vtrefiloff
vtrefiloff
03 Feb 07:45 #
@selky: Yeah, the rest is strictly comic book stuff)
AlexSok18
AlexSok18
PRO
09 Feb 06:58 #
@Hidji: It's a spotlight, it's kind of like projects that don't affect the general universe. Therefore, there is little communication.
Hidji
Hidji
09 Feb 07:35 #
@AlexSok18: I'm aware of the spotlight). But the same disekas had other characters constantly flashing in their Window, if from the general universe). And it's not worth mentioning, but Echo also seems to be from spotlight. And Daredevil lit up there. In the end, though, it was the best moment of the whole series, but nevertheless). I mean something like that. And the representation of Wonder Man at the production stage was kind of like a key character in the next phase.
AlexSok18
AlexSok18
PRO
09 Feb 08:12 #
@Hidji: and I even liked the Echo, also by the way, for its down-to-earthness. Then I don't even know why they didn't make enough references here. Maybe they don't really believe in the character?
Hidji
Hidji
09 Feb 12:16 #
@AlexSok18: to whom as. I have him successfully competing for the title of the worst with "Iron Heart" and "Secret Invasion". If you don't take animation into account). And "Wonder Man" doesn't look like much of a part of the franchise, but he's successfully stuck somewhere in the middle.
AlexSok18
AlexSok18
PRO
09 Feb 12:18 #
@Hidji: It's like you've forgotten your stuff.
For me, Wonder Man is also above Echo.
GonReborn
GonReborn
PRO
29 Jan 10:49 #
The first episodes set a pleasant tone, but then there was a lot of water. The chemistry between the main actors and the funny behind-the-scenes moments of this industry saved the day. But it still didn't leave the feeling that the backbone of the plot wasn't related to Wonder Man as a character at all. It was as if they had taken one of thousands of unrealized scenarios (or even sketches) about a superman. In this case, it's about a superman who is hampered by his ability to become an actor (to work with/using his powers). He is helped by an experienced mentor, who later turns out to be a fake rat, but who sacrifices himself for the sake of friendship. About ten years ago, I think a lot of projects about supers were written, especially immediately for streaming for pennies. For now, it's enough to change a couple of names, and voila, a new project in the iconic universe is ready. This project does not make it bad, but there remains a feeling of insincerity, which is just the way to go in the theme of this series.
Sugar_Padre
Sugar_Padre
29 Jan 11:46 #
The ending is a thrill! In general, everything that happens in the last episode was pleasant.
I didn't expect anything, but I really liked the series, in one go, straight to the heart.
Sugar_Padre
Sugar_Padre
29 Jan 11:48 #
This narrative format is ideal for a Marvel Spotlight product, as they focus on character and realism. Their first breakdown was "Echo", but "Wonder Man" is even more realistic than echo.
In general, I'm really looking forward to the continuation, and new pictures from this Marvel initiative!
Sugar_Padre
Sugar_Padre
29 Jan 11:51 #
Reading the comments, I understand that not everyone realizes that this is a separate initiative, different from everything else that Marvel produces. Therefore, I don't take seriously upset critics, or dissatisfied ones, or those who lacked something.
I think this series is great! I had enough of everything with plenty.
izaF
izaF
29 Jan 16:56 #
The series turned out to be quite good! When you watch it, you forget that it's from Marvel.
But there is a feeling that without the superhero tag, he would have been perceived as a typical Netflix product and would not have been praised so much. But for Marvel, of course, it's new and unexplored, we've done a great job! Music is fire.
Of course, there are questions about what, for example, doorman was for, many, of course, wrote that for some kind of parallel between him and gg, but the series turned out to be great, I would like to continue watching this superhero)
The brain-shattering moment, which turned out to be just a nighttime delusion, smelled like "boys," cool, but not what you'd expect from Marvel.
The second season, I think, should be expected, but the first one was completely lacking in entertainment, if in the series with doorman they were able to competently combine the acting environment, character development and his powers, then why are they dragging their feet? Did you initially realize that there would be a second season? Very few forces are shown.
ЧижикПыжик
ЧижикПыжик
29 Jan 20:03 #
How to stretch nothing into 8 episodes. It was possible to make a feature film with a normal plot and shorter.
NataRum
NataRum
30 Jan 00:07 #
I looked it up one evening. Of course, it's completely out of the classic Marvel. Superhero 2/10, Drama and Water 8/10
But in general, it's pretty good, it's interesting to see what happens next.
id323896895
id323896895
30 Jan 01:43 #
Andor from the Marvel world
w1semc
w1semc
31 Jan 14:00 #
@id323896895: Unless Andor is a smoker
Гринч33
Гринч33
PRO
31 Jan 14:02 #
@id323896895: I'm embarrassed to ask, but how do you think these two series are similar?
GiviVezde
GiviVezde
11 Feb 23:52 #
@Гринч33: I think the hint that Andor is not quite a familiar sound is the minimum of the standard set of this universe. And Wonder man, in comparison with other superhero projects, has little of this superheroics. There is a line, but the levels are completely different, in my opinion)
kobiii
kobiii
PRO
30 Jan 03:11 #
It turned out well, the main duo is good, purely because of their chemistry, I want to see another season.
id21405170
id21405170
30 Jan 15:28 #
It's an unusual format for Marvel's series, but the series is fun, light, with good dialogues, and of course the ending is pleasing. Probably everyone watching had good impressions after the final scene, finally we saw his abilities!!))
demx
demx
30 Jan 16:23 #
After the last Daredevil (or whatever the last one was), there was zero expectation, but it turned out to be quite watchable. Good bromance, good main actors, interesting and funny acting cuisine.
The episode about the man-door is very popular. It even occurred to me that the MCU could have its own Black Mirror, with all sorts of complete stories about people who were somehow touched by all this superhero madness.

But the main advantage is that there are 8 half-hour episodes at once. I took a quick look and forgot, the buzz.
AlexSok18
AlexSok18
PRO
09 Feb 07:02 #
@demx: gg, along with Sokol (aka Cap), starred in the CHZ. Such an episode came out.
phenomenyaa
phenomenyaa
30 Jan 20:16 #
It's a light, pleasant, sweet series, but the comments on all the sites are as if they expected a heavy drama.
musicliveinus
musicliveinus
PRO
30 Jan 22:33 #
The series is high, humor and drama (not heavy, but still) in place, you empathize with the characters + short, decent
Nikitadipoo
Nikitadipoo
PRO
31 Jan 01:42 #
I'm really looking forward to season 2
an_khv
an_khv
31 Jan 02:21 #
It's a good series. Yes, Marvel action fans probably aren't satisfied. But, in my opinion, it was clear from the trader that it was more about people than about superpowers))

Of the obvious advantages: the absence of a love line as such. Yes, they showed that the girl was leaving because Simon wasn't getting close, and later they showed why.
The second plus is good humor and the absence of toilet jokes.
Third: caste. The wonderfully talented Ben Kingsley and the equally wonderful Yahya Abdul-Mateen II (God forgive me).

Overall, I've watched more, but it's like the next season is going to be more superhero. In theory, Simon's superpowers should be countered by someone in order to return them both to prison.🤷🏻


PS and what about the New York Times article in the end?)
AlexSok18
AlexSok18
PRO
09 Feb 07:12 #
@an_khv: It's like there's no answer to many questions. I'd like to know where he got his powers from and what they are. What about the doorman and the missing actor? Why is he having a conflict with his brother? (although you can figure it out here). And the poor guard, he's obviously going to jail, because it turns out that he helped with the run for the money (
In general, I agree with you on the rest. The cast is good. And Travor definitely deserves a sequel. Although in the form of a continuation of the short film "Long live the King", it's too painful for him to be a beautiful Mandarin)
iken
iken
31 Jan 02:23 #
of the recent Marvel series, at least it looked without facepalms, but in terms of drama it's a pale parody of Barry. and there is no point in such a timekeeping with such a scenario at all. There's enough water to wash a herd of elephants. The character of Simon Vanderman is absolutely worthless and mediocre with a corresponding generic background. If it wasn't Mandarin, then it wouldn't be worth looking at at all. The fourth episode of Dorman alone makes more sense than the rest of the series. Well, someone liked it, and that's good. I will not wait for the continuation, but I also wish for closure. It's rather a pity for the time spent watching, it would be possible to take a better look.
Paramelion
Paramelion
31 Jan 03:09 #
I don't even want to compare it with other Marvel series. And in general, it's probably not worth considering him as a superhero. More chamber history. I started watching it only because of the infoshow that it's about the world of cinema. And in general, I didn't regret watching it.
But the series is stretched. In fact, the Dorman series practically repeats the entire plot of the series and at the same time it is amazing from beginning to end. And if they had started to stretch it, then this series would have turned out.
NaruHinka
NaruHinka
31 Jan 05:15 #
It's a wonderful series, it has such a nice vibe and is generally very well done. Here, the shooting and the very scripted presentation of the story, which echoes the fictional film, and the awesome bromance and the audience are not mistaken for idiots.
Superheroics are generally in the background, based on the misadventures of two unfortunate actors, and with all the attention to detail, to show business, with references, cameos and brilliant acting. For me, the series is beautiful precisely in its simplicity. Funny, sincere and lively. I really want to watch this tandem on the screen)
w1semc
w1semc
31 Jan 13:56 #
Well, in general, it turned out pretty well)
TristisOris
TristisOris
31 Jan 15:07 #
Is this exactly what Marvel did? Maybe they had a tape planted under their door and their families were being held captive.

Actors play actors who act, rather than saying they are actors. Unfortunately, it all looks terrible in casino voice acting, it's better to wait for the normal one.
There is no hidden, inappropriate music like in all Marvel movies.
The cute and funny scenes are not in one piece. The plot is clear, the actions are connected. The characters behave as if they are normal, healthy primates with a developed nervous system.
But Marvel doesn't have the money for a nice wig. Shameful stuff at the level of Asian dramas knocks you out of the feeling that they finally got it.

Gradually, they made it clear that gg was super cool, they mentioned damage control, which probably explains to the fans where and what is happening.
But this story is not about the heroes of the first echelon, or the tenth. Everyday life does not infuriate, because it was originally indicated that the character should open up and explore his powers.
Audition scenes, work on the set, non-stamped text reading. You start to believe that actors can exist.

I barely remembered who the Mandarin was, it was clearly planned as a one-time prank, but then a side character was abruptly promoted.
Within the framework of the universe itself, the plot leads nowhere. Or it's a side story to show a mundane aspect of life. Or, later, the character will be introduced into the new cast of heroes, because he is too strong for a one-time action.

I want another season.
Гринч33
Гринч33
PRO
31 Jan 17:25 #
@TristisOris: If you don't like movie comics so much, and you don't even know who a Mandarin is, why are you watching them?

I really liked your phrase about primates with developed nervous systems. Are you talking about a hero who can't control himself and destroys everything around him? Who, contrary to any logic, is constantly ruining his career? You're talking about him, aren't you?
Гринч33
Гринч33
PRO
31 Jan 17:51 #
@TristisOris: Well, basically you're defending your point of view like a man. I respect you. I always knew you were weird. Ever since you were in my poe guild. Man, you're probably 40 years old now, and you're pretending to be a non-drinker. Well, if you're a non-tastemaker, then defend your point of view to the end.
blacki3
blacki3
31 Jan 17:42 #
It turned out to be a pretty good series. I seem to have gotten tired of the Marvel superheroes of recent years, so I was just glad that the focus was on character history. But the ending was kind of confusing. Not only is this whole scam with the prison guard sewn by white threads, but it's unclear how Simon suddenly mastered his abilities, which he was so afraid of and could not control all his life.
NaruHinka
NaruHinka
01 Feb 17:59 #
@blacki3: I think he can still control them — he easily beat up the attackers at the bar, that is, he knows how to use them at will. It's just that it's in moments of nervous tension that the power breaks out of him and he loses control, and that's a little different. Trevor had repeatedly helped him calm down and suggested breathing techniques. considering that he got a little less stress after getting the role, plus he learned to trust others and be more open, due to the experience gained, I don't see anything surprising in the ending.
shuey
shuey
04 Feb 19:29 #
@NaruHinka: Yes, the breathing technique helped him a lot, and the realization that he had a true friend and self-confidence appeared. Well, it's been 2 years, I guess I've been practicing.
AlfeG
AlfeG
PRO
13 Feb 16:45 #
@blacki3: They didn't tell us how much time had passed. But Simon clearly had time to get to know himself.
Mango__
Mango__
31 Jan 22:20 #
I won't say that I didn't like the series, but I can't say that I liked it either! Some mixed emotions, if it wasn't a Marvel series, then most likely I wouldn't have watched it to the end, it was boring.
They told us all the way about auditions, auditions, and attempts to get a role, and when filming finally started, I think they're going to show us how to make a movie, but we didn't see anything, and the movie came out right away.
An entire episode was devoted to some kind of nouname to show that people with superpowers should not be allowed to act in films, they could at least show him in this prison, so that all this would not be for nothing.
We spent a whole series on an interview, which eventually didn't work out or came out, we never found out.
Anyone can get into a super-secret prison with forged documents, a man with superpowers escaped from a prison for people with superpowers, destroying the ceiling - ingenious plot twists.
There weren't enough cameos to connect with the cinematic universe, it would be possible to add different characters from other series to remind viewers that they exist.
Of the advantages, I can mention the interaction of the main characters and separately Trevor, I liked him the most!
simple_man
simple_man
01 Feb 00:15 #
I was expecting something like "Olaf will return in Avengers Doomsday" at the end.
rassdead
rassdead
01 Feb 06:57 #
It was good :)
CommanderShally
CommanderShally
PRO
01 Feb 13:37 #
I liked that this series shows the lives of people in the MCU universe outside the circle of superheroes. when Trevor decided to try on the role of the mandarin again, I already screamed) it's actually amazing that Plottwistle, who in 2013 everyone hated, eventually led to such a finale) trevor is definitely one of the most memorable supporting characters) and what will happen to Simon - we'll wait and see)
gkalian
gkalian
01 Feb 16:55 #
It turned out pretty well, although the Dorman episode is much better than the rest of the series. It's a pity that Marvel won't be returning to these characters for a long time, but it would be interesting to see both Trevor and Simon.
HorNet159
HorNet159
PRO
02 Feb 01:28 #
I started watching with zero expectations. It's like without a lot of promo and marketing, or everything passed me by. Initially, the only thing that caught on was the return of Trevor Slattery. And here it's just so well shot with such a good plot and not a second too long. Just when well done, well done.
feniksoflove
feniksoflove
PRO
02 Feb 17:50 #
And it was unexpectedly good!
Specifically, where super strength is just an excuse for a TV series, and man comes first. At the same time, it's not boring at all, except for a couple of moments of the first episodes.
Рамзес
Рамзес
04 Feb 01:28 #
not the best Marvel series, but not the worst either. I'm honestly surprised that many people liked him so much. I think Ben Kingsley pulled it out. I can recommend it to those who are looking for something light and unobtrusive.
Социофоб
Социофоб
04 Feb 15:09 #
The series is good, but there's nothing about the ending. The most logical and only option was to make some kind of deal with the authorities. They say the mandarin is released , he is allowed to work under supervision , and in return he will be on hand when needed. Everyone is happy
PAL_PALch
PAL_PALch
04 Feb 16:35 #
Overall, it's not bad, I watched it in one sitting, but there's not enough action and character disclosure. Where does the Miracle Man's power come from? What happened to Dorman? And so on. There is a sense of understatement and unfinished work.
Hidji
Hidji
04 Feb 23:10 #
@PAL_PALch: Technically, the Marvels position their Spotlight as an analog of the DC Showcase. They have a series of comics and cartoons. And these are not so much full-fledged stories, as such, as the presentation of new characters. Maybe it's the same here.
selky
selky
05 Feb 18:08 #
@Hidji: still, I hope that there will be more stories in which Simon will appear. Including an explanation of where his powers come from.
Пенгвин
Пенгвин
04 Feb 19:17 #
Where's the post-credits scene?
eg_or
eg_or
06 Feb 04:44 #
There were minimal expectations due to rumors about the use of AI in the series. Surely it was really used in the creation of the promo of the "original" picture of Wonder Man, which is disappointing. But in all other respects, the series is pleasantly pleasing! I haven't watched a movie studio yet, but I've noticed vaguely similar vibes with one of my favorite TV series, Tricks. It was unexpected and pleasant.

I'm glad that Marvel has finally found the right ground with its series department. Recent works (Agatha, Heart, Wonder Man) have been very good. It's a pity that the studio is unlikely to continue doing something like this in the near future, and after Vision, nothing original is expected – only sequels of animations and so on.

The second season is asking for itself, and for the first time there is a feeling that the studio can give it the green light. We'll see.

Ben Kingsley is a godsend. The chemistry with Simon is incredible. I hope that in the future Trevor will continue to appear in the film universe and will definitely tell Simon about his trip to Asia.
Andy_Grinev
Andy_Grinev
PRO
06 Feb 14:15 #
It's an ambiguous series, it seems like it's not bad, but it's not exactly interesting, on episode 6 you're already wondering if it makes sense to continue watching it at all.
In any case, I watched it so as not to lose the entire storyline of the KVM.
TIC_TAC
TIC_TAC
10 Feb 02:01 #
I really liked the series, it's so light and soulful. There's no Marvel vibe, and that's fine. I was expecting another superhero popcorn, but I got a cool bromance with a bunch of references to the film industry, a good drama and great acting, and just an unrealistic series about tangerines.
sunsh1ne98
sunsh1ne98
11 Feb 19:24 #
I'm pleasantly surprised. The series is very good. He's light, vibe-like, sincere, funny. It doesn't look stressful at all, as the episodes are short. The duo of Simon and Travor Slattery is cool, they have chemistry. I looked at Travor differently after this project - he's not just an eccentric actor, but also capable of friendship and self-sacrifice.
Dustin Kratton has made a very strong series, I would even say that one of the best. He has little to do with KVM, but that's the beauty of it, as he just tells a good story, but in a KVM setting.

That's what most KVM series lack - a strong and interesting story that can bind you to the characters. And not just to work out the agenda.

If they remove the sequel, then I will be very happy)
Yumikuri
Yumikuri
14 Feb 14:01 #
Excuse me, but is this really a superhero series? It was like watching a full-fledged soap drama, not a Marvel project. Of course, I liked it, but it's not what I expected. They didn't even deliver any action. Sadly.
tatarskaya
tatarskaya
16 Feb 11:28 #
I started watching this series because someone in riles recommended it as hidden jem, which is better than all the recent Marvel projects. The latter turned out to be true, but the "Miracle Man" did not inspire me. It's just a good, solid piece of work with a touch of ironic commentary on life in Hollywood, which has long since ceased to be a fresh and exciting idea.
Nino4ek
Nino4ek
Today, 07:06 #
As for me, GG's acting leaves much to be desired.
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