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As Marvel Studios continues to expand its universe, new reports have revealed that the studio has hired the12 Monkeysshowrunner Terry Matalas for a new Disney+ series following Paul Bettany’s Vision. The series has been in talks since his last appearance alongside Elizabeth Olsen in the 2021 Disney+ seriesWandaVision.
The 2021 Marvel series featured Wanda Maximoff reincarnating the character in the series, which later introduced a ghost-white android version without memories. The new series is expected to explore his journey to regain his memories and purpose in life.
Marvel Hired Terry Matalas For an Untitled Vision Series
According toVariety, Marvel Studios has brought in the TV writer and director Terry Matalas for the new Disney+ series centered around Vision. Matalas has joined the Marvel series as the showrunner with Paul Bettany set to reprise his MCU role.
The new series would likely take place following the events ofWandaVisionand is expected to be released in 2026. It has been indiscussionssince 2022 when the studio initially shared its plan to further explore the character in the franchise.
Earlier reports stated Jac Schaeffer would be serving as the writer for the series, however, her association became uncertain when the project disappeared from herWGA profile.So far, updates regarding Schaeffer’s involvement with the show remain scarce.
She is now currently working on anotherWandaVisionspin-off,Agatha All Along,starring Kathryn Hahn. TheVisionseries will fall under the studio’s new approach for limited releases per year. And the expectations are high with theStar Trek: Picardcreator taking the helm of the show.
Who is Marvel’s Newest Showrunner for Vision Series?
The TV writer and director Terry Matalas has recently gained recognition for his contributions toStar Trek: Picard. He has served as a writer, producer, and co-showrunner of the series, which has enjoyed a successful run for three seasons.
Some of his other workalso includes the CBS reboot ofMacGyverSeason 4,Nightflyers, along with the 2003 seriesStar Trek: Enterprise. However, it was the Syfy mystery drama,12 Monkeys,which is considered some of his best work so far.
Loosely based onBruce Willis‘ 1995 film of the same name, the series follows a scavenger from the future who travels back in time to prevent a deadly plague and hunt down 12 monkeys who are responsible for releasing the virus. Matalas took over as showrunner with Travis Fickett in Season 2.
It ran for 4 seasons on Syfy and received favorable reception from critics and audiences, who praised the show for its complex and well-defined storyline, cast performance, and meticulous attention to detail. Fans have described it as a captivating and immersive experience.
12 Monkeysis also considered a highly underrated sci-fi show. Despite its favorable reception from critics and audiences, Syfydiscontinuedthe series after three seasons, but it has since gained a dedicated following on various streaming platforms.
Now, with Matalas at the helm, expectations are soaring for the upcomingMCU series, as fans eagerly anticipate his trademark blend of complex storytelling and immersive experiences on screen.
The untitled Marvel series is expected to be released in 2026.
12 Monkeysfilm and TV series is available to stream on Prime Video.
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Laxmi Rajput is a Senior Writer at FandomWire, with over 3,300 articles published covering film, TV, and pop culture. With a degree in Broadcast Journalism and over three years of experience in content writing, she pivoted to entertainment journalism because let’s be honest, superheroes, sitcoms, and Netflix binges are way more fun. Laxmi frequently covers Marvel, Harry Potter, Star Wars, and popular TV shows, offering both fan-first enthusiasm and thoughtful analysis. Her work often dives into Marvel theories, revisits the genius of The Big Bang Theory, or unpacks the Netflix phenomenon of Stranger Things.
