Marvel Animation’s latest entry in the MCU, Eyes of Wakanda, premieres August 1, 2025 on Disney+. The four-part anthology series follows the elite Hatut Zeraze—Wakanda’s covert warrior‑spies—as they travel through time to recover stolen Vibranium artifacts. Created and directed by Todd Harris, in collaboration with Ryan Coogler’s Proximity Media, episodes span eras from ancient Crete to the Trojan War, all within the sacred MCU timeline.
Release & Format
Initially scheduled for August 27, the release was moved forward to August 1—with all four episodes dropping simultaneously—marking an uncommon full-season binge model on Disney+.
Story & Cast
The series stars Winnie Harlow, Cress Williams, Anika Noni Rose, Jona Xiao (as the first animated female Iron Fist), and others. Each discrete episode blends cultural mythos with Wakandan espionage, tracing the legacy of the War Dogs across centuries.
Visual Style & Production
Harris framed the animation in a stylized, hand-painted aesthetic—drawing inspiration from artists like Ernie Barnes and Dean Cornwell. Produced by Marvel Studios Animation in partnership with Axis Animation, Eyes of Wakanda prioritizes cultural authenticity and a painterly CGI hybrid look.
Reception & Critique
Initial reviews acknowledge the show’s visual storytelling and bold premise, but criticize its short runtime and rushed anthology format for limiting emotional depth and narrative cohesion. The condensed four-episode format may undercut character development and broader audience impact.
