There are more than a few upcoming Marvel TV shows on the docket, with one of them being Wonder Man. The series – which still has not been formally confirmed by Disney – has been in the works for some time and began filming last year. Updates on the production have been few and far between but, now, we unfortunately, have a sad piece of news to share. A member of the crew reportedly died due to an accident that occurred on set. The studio has now released a statement on the matter.
Production was taking place at CBS Radford Studios in Los Angeles on Tuesday morning when the reported accident took place. According to Deadline, the individual fell off the rafters and subsequently died. It’s said that filming was not underway when the situation took place. Nevertheless, work on the show was called off for the remainder of the day. A spokesperson for Marvel Studios issued a message that was shared with the trade. It reads as follows:
Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with his family and friends, and our support is behind the investigation into the circumstances of this accident.
The Marvel Cinematic Universe-based show commenced production in the spring of 2023 in California and was set to continue for several months. However, plans changed due to the onset of the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes in Hollywood. While the shoot initially continued when the latter work stoppage began in May, work on the series was eventually shut down entirely, leading to delays. Principal photography eventually started back up in January.
Wonder Man is co-created by Andrew Guest and Destin Daniel Cretton, with the latter having served as the director and co-writer of 2021’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Cretton was also set to direct the fifth Avengers movie but ultimately departed the production around November 2023, marking a major step back for The Kang Dynasty. It was also reported at that time that the Short Term 12 helmer had stepped away in order to focus on other projects, including this small-screen superhero series.
We here at CinemaBlend extend our deepest condolences to the family of the crew member who lost their life.
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