What's Inside?
- Paul Bettany returns as White Vision, embarking on a journey to reclaim his memories while facing Ultron in human form.
- Todd Stashwick joins the MCU as Paladin, a morally complex bounty hunter with enhanced abilities and ties to Marvel heroes.
- Vision Quest explores Marvel’s AI legacy with Jacosta, E.D.I.T.H., and F.R.I.D.A.Y., adding depth to the expanding Disney+ storyline.
Marvel’s Vision Quest is officially gearing up for its Disney+ debut in 2026, and the project is already making waves among fans. Fresh from wrapping production, the series promises to deliver a compelling continuation of White Vision’s journey while introducing one of Marvel Comics’ most intriguing characters — Paladin. Showrunner Terry Matalas confirmed the casting during a panel at Star Trek Las Vegas, setting the stage for a blend of high-stakes storytelling and deep-cut Marvel lore.
Vision Quest Brings Marvel’s Paladin to the MCU With a Star-Studded Cast
Paul Bettany’s White Vision hasn’t been seen since the emotional finale of WandaVision in 2021, but Vision Quest aims to pick up right where the mystery left off. The show follows Vision on a mission to reclaim his memories and humanity, a path that takes him to the dangerous streets of Madripoor — and reportedly, a confrontation with Ultron in human form.
Matalas’ casting announcements have added an extra spark of excitement. Todd Stashwick steps into the role of Paladin, while Orla Brady will portray the human incarnation of F.R.I.D.A.Y., a character previously voiced by Kerry Condon in the MCU. The series also reunites Matalas with his 12 Monkeys alum Emily Hampshire, who will play E.D.I.T.H., replacing Dawn Michelle King from Spider-Man: Far From Home and No Way Home.
The ensemble is nothing short of impressive — James Spader returns as Ultron for the first time since Avengers: Age of Ultron, T’Nia Miller joins as Jacosta (Ultron’s creation turned Avenger), and Faran Tahir reprises his role as Raza. Matalas has hinted at a narrative that explores Marvel’s wider network of AIs, giving fans a chance to see these unique characters interact in ways never before explored on screen. There’s even quiet speculation that Spader’s Ultron will appear not only in voice but in an on-screen human form.
Behind the scenes, Matalas described working with Bettany and Spader as “a blast,” emphasizing that the chemistry on set has only fueled his excitement for audiences to see the final product.
Who Is the Paladin in Marvel Comics?
Paladin may not have the instant name recognition of Captain America or Iron Man, but comic fans know him as one of Marvel’s more complex antiheroes. First appearing in Daredevil #150 in 1978, Paladin operates as a bounty hunter, private investigator, and skilled mercenary. He boasts enhanced strength, agility, and stamina, and he’s trained in both martial arts and espionage. His trademark is his non-lethal purple armor and his flexible moral compass — he works for whoever pays him, though he has teamed up with heroes like Spider-Man, Daredevil, and Silver Sable when their goals align.
This makes his MCU debut especially intriguing. If Vision Quest follows aspects of his comic history, there’s a chance the S.W.O.R.D. organization could recruit him to track down White Vision. His skill set — and his willingness to operate in morally gray areas — makes him a wild card in a story already brimming with high-stakes players.
While Marvel has yet to reveal an exact release date, anticipation is already building. With its mix of fan-favorite characters, new faces, and a central mystery about Vision’s fate, Vision Quest looks set to be one of the most talked-about Marvel series in years.
