Eyes of Wakanda Premieres August 27 on Disney+
Eyes of Wakanda debuts August 27, 2025, on Disney+, expanding Marvel’s animated universe. The four-episode series focuses on the Hatut Zaraze, Wakanda’s covert warriors, who embark on missions to recover Vibranium artifacts across history.
Who Are the Hatut Zaraze?
The Hatut Zaraze, also known as Wakanda’s secret police, play a key role in protecting the nation’s hidden resources. The series explores their operations through different historical eras, showing how Wakanda has influenced global events while remaining hidden from the world.
Spy Adventure Meets Wakandan Lore
Each episode follows a different mission, blending espionage elements with historical storytelling. The show reveals how Wakandan warriors have protected their homeland for centuries, combining action, adventure, and secrets of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Creative Team and Inspirations
The series showrunner, Todd Harris, describes the show as a mix of historical epic and spy adventure. He cites influences such as Predator, Gladiator, and classic martial arts films, promising a dynamic tone throughout the episodes.
Voice Cast
- Winnie Harlow as Noni
- Cress Williams as Lion
- Anika Noni Rose in a key royal role
- Steve Toussaint as a Wakandan agent
- Patricia Belcher, Lynn Whitfield, Jacques Colimon, Jona Xiao, and Zeke Alton in supporting roles
Animation and Style
The show features bold, hand-painted animation, inspired by artists like Ernie Barnes. Produced by Axis Animation, each episode presents a unique visual style while maintaining cultural authenticity.
Series Themes
The series explores themes of loyalty, power, and the moral costs of secrecy. The narrative promises to uncover Wakanda’s hidden influence over world history while showcasing thrilling action sequences and character development.
Future Plans
Although only four episodes are confirmed, the creative team hints that more stories may follow. The combination of espionage and Wakandan heritage opens the door to future expansions of the series.
Eyes of Wakanda will be available exclusively on Disney+ starting August 27, 2025. Marvel fans can expect a fresh take on the Black Panther universe through this historical and action-packed animated series.
Source: GeekTyrant
