The Eyes of Wakanda trailer reveals Marvel’s long-awaited Black Panther spinoff. Created by Todd Harris, who also serves as the showrunner and director, the upcoming Disney+ animated anthology series will explore the history of Wakanda through the eyes of the Hatut Zaraze, a group of elite warriors who carry out dangerous missions around the world to retrieve vibranium artifacts.
The limited series stars an ensemble cast that includes Winnie Harlow, Cress Williams, Patricia Belcher, Larry Herron, Adam Gold, Lynn Whitfield, Jacques Colimon, Jona Xiao, Isaac Robinson-Smith, Gary Anthony Williams, Zeke Alton, Steve Toussaint, and Anika Noni Rose. The animated series was first announced in March 2023, and now, the first trailer has finally been revealed.
Today, Marvel Entertainment released the first official trailer for Eyes of Wakanda, introducing the Hatut Zaraze, a group of elite Wakandan warriors who embark on perilous missions across the globe to reclaim vibranium relics throughout history.
A few of those characters include a Noni, a disgraced former member of the Dora Milaje, Wakanda’s all-female special forces, and the Lion, a former Wakandan general who became a pirate after stealing advanced technology from the nation, aiming to establish a brutal regime of his own called the “Lion Kingdom.” Watch the trailer below:
What The Eyes Of Wakanda Trailer Means For The Show
It Explores The History of Wakanda
Eyes of Wakanda will explore the history of the nation by showcasing its different eras through the perspectives of its warriors, the Hatut Zaraze. In an interview with Empire, creator Todd Harris says the series is about “how Wakandans intersected through history — those futuristic, Star Trek-level Africans who bounce through time.”
This includes a seafaring group modeled after actual Bronze Age tribes, a concept proposed personally by Ryan Coogler, who directed the two Black Panther movies and acts as an executive producer on Eyes of Wakanda. Harris explains, “They were raiders who robbed their way through the Mediterranean, which gave us an open [book] in terms of creating a world based on very vague but dramatic circumstances.”
Although the true promise of Eyes of Wakanda lies in introducing fans to a wide range of new heroes from across history, Harris hints that some familiar characters might also make an appearance in the series, “There’s definitely going to be some familiarity,” he promises.
Our Take On The Eyes of Wakanda Trailer
The Country Offers Countless Stories
Ever since Black Panther invited audiences into the heart of Wakanda, MCU fans have been captivated by T’Challa and Shuri’s technologically advanced homeland. Rich in vibranium and culture, Wakanda offers a dynamic backdrop for countless stories. With Eyes of Wakanda, viewers will embark on an exciting journey through the nation’s history, exploring untold tales and legendary warriors across time.
All four episodes of Eyes of Wakanda will be released on August 1 on Disney+.
Source: Marvel Entertainment
