Marvel unveils new Vision series for 2026 with Paul Bettany
What's the story
Marvel is working on a new Disney+ series centered around the character Vision, set to premiere in 2026.
According to Variety, the synthezoid character will be played by Paul Bettany, who will reprise his role in this yet-to-be-titled series.
Terry Matalas, recognized for his executive production work on Star Trek: Picard, has been appointed as the showrunner.
Character arc
Vision's journey will continue post 'WandaVision'
The new series will pick up after the events of WandaVision, where Vision was resurrected twice following his demise in 2018's Avengers: Infinity War.
Initially, he appeared as a spectral creation by Wanda Maximoff (Elizabeth Olsen), powered by grief-induced magic.
Later, he returned as a rebuilt android with no memory of his past life.
After a climactic battle, Wanda's Vision restored the memories of this ghostly white Vision before disappearing.
Showrunner profile
Looking at Matalas's track record
Matalas, the appointed showrunner, has a notable track record in television production.
His work on Season 3 of Star Trek: Picard earned him a WGA award nomination for the 2023 series finale.
Prior to Picard, Matalas created and served as showrunner for the Syfy series 12 Monkeys and CBS's reboot of MacGyver.
His writing credits include shows like Nightflyers, Nikita, Terra Nova, and Star Trek: Enterprise.
Production shift
Marvel's new approach to TV production
This new Vision series marks Marvel's first live-action series pickup in almost two years, indicating a significant shift in the company's television production strategy for Disney+.
Marvel is transitioning toward a more traditional approach to TV production, characterized by longer development periods.
The company is also hiring writer-producers like Matalas to oversee entire productions as showrunners.
The Vision series has reportedly been in development since 2022.
Plot speculation
Anticipated storyline of the new Vision series
While specific details about the new Vision series are still under wraps, it is expected that the storyline will focus on Vision's quest to regain his memory and humanity.
There is also speculation about a possible appearance by Maximoff, given her character's deep connection with Vision in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
However, no official confirmation has been made regarding this aspect of the plot.