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Marvel Studios' What If…? has fascinated fans by looking at alternate realities within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The animated anthology series takes iconic events and characters from the MCU and shows what might have happened if certain key events had gone differently. The show is narrated by a cosmic observer called The Watcher, who describes these alternate timelines.
The Watcher, also known as Uatu, is a mysterious cosmic being that watches over the multiverse without getting involved. As the narrator and guide of What If…?, Uatu takes viewers into these alternate realities, exploring stories of heroism, tragedy, and unexpected consequences. His presence connects the episodes, giving the series a common theme.
Jeffrey Wright has voiced The Watcher in the series. The actor, who is famous for his roles in Westworld and The Batman, makes The Watcher a standout element in Marvel’s animated venture, What If…?.
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A revisit to What If…? star Jeffrey Wright's personal and acting journey
As per his biography on IMDb, Jeffrey Wright was born on December 7, 1965, in Washington, D.C., and has become one of Hollywood's most versatile and acclaimed actors. He lost his father when he was young and was raised by his mother who was a customs lawyer.
He initially pursued political science at Amherst College, intending to enter law school. However, his passion for storytelling led him to the world of acting. Wright started his acting career on stage, where he delivered a breakthrough performance in Angels in America, winning a Tony Award in 1993.
He then moved to the big screen, with roles like Beetee in The Hunger Games series, and strong performances in Syriana and The French Dispatch.
Throughout his career, Wright has acted in different genres, including his recent, well-received role in American Fiction, which got him an Academy Award nomination.
In addition to acting, Wright is involved in philanthropy and social causes. He is the co-founder and chairman of the Taia Peace Foundation. As stated on the foundation's website, he promotes safe and fair gold mining in Sierra Leone. On the personal front, Wright is a father to two kids, Elijah and Juno, whom he shares with his former wife, Carmen Ejogo.
Exploring The Watcher: Marvel's mysterious cosmic observer
The Watcher, or Uatu, is one of Marvel's most mysterious and powerful cosmic beings in What If…?. Created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in Fantastic Four #13, Uatu watches over Earth, observing its inhabitants and recording their history without getting involved. As part of an ancient race that promises to stay out of others' business, Uatu's unique perspective has made him a pivotal figure in Marvel stories.
The Watchers usually stay out of things, but Uatu often goes against the rules. He has broken his promise many times to help Earth’s heroes when they face big dangers.
His vast powers include cosmic awareness, psionic energy manipulation, and the ability to teleport across time and space. This makes him a fascinating character, especially as he navigates the balance between observation and action. In the animated series, Uatu acts as a storyteller, showing viewers different versions of events in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Fans of MCU can stream What If…? on Disney+ Hotstar.
