the SUPER: Marvel Releases Retro WONDER MAN 1980’s Trailer

Marvel Television dropped something really creative for Wonder Man. Leaning all the way into retro nostalgia, the studio released a 1980s-style trailer for the Disney+ series, spotlighting the in-universe superhero film that Simon Williams (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II) grew up watching.

The “From the Archives” teaser presents itself as the official trailer for a cult-classic 1980s Wonder Man movie, complete with grainy visuals, synth-heavy music, over-the-top voiceover narration, and gloriously dated action beats. It’s designed as the fictional film that inspired Simon to chase both superheroics and stardom.

The faux trailer features the original actor (Dane Larsen) portraying Wonder Man in exaggerated dramatic poses and explosive action sequences, selling the illusion that this was once a beloved VHS-era gem. It’s a clever bit of world-building that adds texture to the Disney+ series.