Wong (Marvel Cinematic Universe)
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Marvel Cinematic Universe character | |
First appearance | Doctor Strange (2016) |
Based on | |
Adapted by | |
Portrayed by | Masters of the Mystic Arts |
Wong is a
As of 2023[update], Wong has appeared in six films, as well as in the Disney+ television series She-Hulk: Attorney at Law (2022). Alternate versions of Wong also appear in the animated series What If...? (2021).
Fictional character biography
Mentor to Strange and resurrection
Prior to 2016, Wong becomes
Infinity War and becoming Sorcerer Supreme
In 2018, Wong and Strange witness
In 2023, Wong is called in by a restored Strange to get the other sorcerers, the restored
Fighting Abomination and meeting Shang-Chi
In 2024, in order to train as Sorcerer Supreme, Wong facilitates
Later, Wong appears before
Vacation to Kamar-Taj
Later that year, Wong encounters
Fighting the Scarlet Witch
Short time later, Wong arrives to assist Strange in a fight against
Legal problems
In 2025, Wong arrives in
Later, Wong finds out about magician Donny Blaze who was misusing the magic he learned at Mystic Castle after Madisynn King accidentally ended up in Kamar-Taj where she spoiled an episode of The Sopranos for him. Walters is enlisted as his lawyer where he told her that Blaze was expelled from Kamar-Taj for unethical power use by bringing beer kegs and a fraternity brother to Kamar-Taj. This leads to Walters to lead a cease and desist case against Blaze and Mystic Castle's owner Cornelius P. Willows. King was used as a witness to corroborate Wong's claim. Judge Hanna states that she will take a week to render her verdict as King leaves with Wong and Walters while spoiling another episode of The Sopranos. During his next show, Blaze accidentally summons a swarm of demons into his magic show, causing Walters and Wong to help. Before Walters has Wong banish the final demon, she uses it to intimidate Blaze and Willows to follow the cease and desist order which they reluctantly do. Later, Wong and King watch This Is Us together in Kamar-Taj while discussing alcoholic drinks.
When Blonsky is sent back to prison, Wong again breaks him out and allows him to move into Kamar-Taj.
Alternate versions
Alternate versions of Wong are seen in the Disney+ animated series What If...?, with Benedict Wong returning to voice the character.
Doctor Strange Supreme
In an alternate 2016, Wong opposes
Zombie outbreak
In an alternate 2018, zombified versions of Wong, Strange, and Tony Stark devour and infect Ebony Maw and Cull Obsidian. They attempt to eat
Concept and creation
The character is depicted in
Appearances
Benedict Wong portrays Wong in the MCU films Doctor Strange (2016),[3][4] Avengers: Infinity War (2018),[6] Avengers: Endgame (2019),[7] Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021),[8] Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021),[9] and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022),[10][11] and in the Disney+ series She-Hulk: Attorney at Law (2022).[12] The actor was excited "to be sat at a table of Asian excellence" amongst the cast of Shang-Chi.[13] He also voiced an alternate version of Wong in the What If...? episode "What If... Doctor Strange Lost His Heart Instead of His Hands?", while another version of the character has a silent appearance in "What If... Zombies?!".
Reception
Wong is seen as a "fan-favorite" character by some journalists.
Benedict Wong's portrayal of Wong was praised by several critics. Tara Bennett of
Accolades
Year | Work(s) | Award | Category | Result | Ref(s) |
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2022 | Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness | Saturn Awards
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Best Supporting Actor in a Film | Nominated | [21] |
See also
References
- ^ Tyler, Adrienne (June 6, 2020). "Every Major MCU Character Who Died & Came Back To Life (Before Endgame)". Screen Rant. Retrieved September 1, 2021.
- ^ Dumaraog, Ana (May 1, 2019). "Every Marvel Character At The Funeral In Avengers: Endgame". Screen Rant. Archived from the original on April 6, 2021. Retrieved September 2, 2021.
- ^ a b c Strauss, Bob (September 9, 2016). "How Benedict Cumberbatch's 'Doctor Strange' will bend minds". Los Angeles Daily News. Archived from the original on May 25, 2022. Retrieved May 29, 2022.
- ^ a b c Mellor, Louisa (June 27, 2016). "Exclusive: Benedict Wong on new direction of his Doctor Strange role". Den of Geek. Archived from the original on May 17, 2022. Retrieved May 29, 2022.
- ^ E! Online. July 15, 2019. Archivedfrom the original on April 21, 2021. Retrieved April 21, 2021.
- ComicBook.com. Archivedfrom the original on October 23, 2021. Retrieved May 29, 2022.
- ^ Dumaraog, Ana (September 21, 2018). "Avengers 4 Reshoots: Chris Hemsworth Headed to Set, Benedict Wong Already There". Screen Rant. Archived from the original on October 1, 2020. Retrieved October 19, 2020.
- ^ Bonaime, Ross (June 24, 2021). "New 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings' Trailer Gives a Closer Look at Tony Leung As the Real Mandarin". Collider. Archived from the original on June 25, 2021. Retrieved June 24, 2021.
- ^ Donnelly, Matt (August 23, 2021). "'Spider-Man: No Way Home' Trailer Officially Drops, Multiverse Villains Descend on Tom Holland". Variety. Archived from the original on August 24, 2021. Retrieved August 23, 2021.
- ^ Kit, Borys (December 11, 2018). "Scott Derrickson Returning to Direct 'Doctor Strange' Sequel (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on May 25, 2022. Retrieved May 25, 2022.
- ^ McNary, Dave (December 11, 2018). "'Doctor Strange' Director Scott Derrickson to Return for Sequel". Variety. Archived from the original on May 28, 2022. Retrieved May 29, 2022.
- Marvel.com. Archivedfrom the original on May 17, 2022. Retrieved May 18, 2022.
- SyFy Wire. Archivedfrom the original on July 20, 2021.
- ^ Jenkins, Carolyn (September 14, 2022). "Benedict Wong Shares His Thoughts On The MCU Series We're All Waiting For". Looper. Retrieved December 29, 2022.
- ^ Thomas, Kaitlin (December 26, 2022). "Is Doctor Strange Marvel's secret weapon at the Oscars?". GoldDerby. Retrieved December 29, 2022.
- ^ "In Celebration of Wong's Character Growth in the Marvel Cinematic Universe". Nerdist. Retrieved December 29, 2022.
- ^ Russell, Shania (September 7, 2021). "An Ode To Wong, The One MCU Dude Who Is Just Vibing". /Film. Retrieved December 29, 2022.
- ^ Zachary, Brandon (September 4, 2021). "Shang-Chi Cements Wong as the MCU's New Coulson". CBR. Retrieved December 29, 2022.
- ^ "'Multiverse of Madness' proves that Wong is the underrated MVP of the MCU". SYFY Official Site. May 9, 2022. Retrieved December 29, 2022.
- ^ Hughes, Myles (September 23, 2022). "Ranking Every Wong Appearance In The MCU". Looper. Retrieved December 29, 2022.
- ^ Tinoco, Armando (August 12, 2022). "Saturn Awards Nominations: The Batman, Nightmare Alley, Spider-Man, Better Call Saul Top List". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 17, 2022.
External links
- Wong on Marvel Cinematic Universe Wiki, an external wiki
- Wong on Marvel Database, a Marvel Comics wiki
- Wong on Marvel.com