Moon Knight (TV series)

Moon Knight is a Disney+ original series, set within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, centering around Moon Knight. It is the sixth Disney+ original series featured in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and the first starring a new character.
Jeremy Slater serves as the showrunner and writer of the series.Marvel's 'Moon Knight' Series Finds Its Head Writer With 'Umbrella Academy' Series Developer (Exclusive)
The first season premiered on March 30, 2022 and concluded on May 4.
==Synopsis==
The series follows Steven Grant, a mild-mannered gift-shop employee, who becomes plagued with blackouts and memories of another life. Steven discovers he has dissociative identity disorder and shares a body with mercenary Marc Spector. As Steven’s enemies converge upon them, they must navigate their complex identities while thrust into a deadly mystery among the powerful gods of Egypt.
==Plot==
Steven Grant is an English museum gift shop employee who is constantly picked on and suffers from bad luck. He has a sleeping disorder that requires him to chain himself to his bed as he tends to find himself in places with no memory of how he got there. One such incident had him waking up in a village that is controlled by one Arthur Harrow, who runs a cult dedicated to the Egyptian Goddess Ammit. Steven manages to escape, while also suffering blackouts, but finds his life back home even more ruined. He begins to hear the voices of Marc Spector, an American mercenary, and Khonshu, another Egyptian god hellbent on wanting to stop Ammit from unleashing chaos on the world by prejudging those that are already deemed as sinners. Steven discovers that when Marc is in control, he transforms into the vigilante known as Moon Knight while he himself can transform into the more polite Mr. Knight.
It is revealed later on in flashback that Marc is the real identity while Steven is the fictitious one; having been created to escape the childhood trauma of an abusive mother and a father who was desperate to keep their lives together. Marc eventually became a mercenary where he worked for an archeologist named Abdallah El-Faouly. However his partner, Raul Bushman, betrayed them and left them for dead in the desert. Marc discovered the idol of Khonshu and accepted being his avatar so that he can deal out justice to those who deserve it. However, Khonshu uses Marc as a pawn and apparently takes advantage of his mental health. Marc eventually met his wife, Layla, the daughter of Abdallah and went on various adventures together, though his secretive pact has resulted in him pushing her away to a possible divorce.
Steven encounters Layla and falls in love with her, causing some friction between him and Marc as they fight for control over their body. While confused over discovering his Dissociative Identity Disorder, Layla continues to support him. In order to catch up with Harrow, the two go to see Anton Mogart and collect information necessary, though they end up fighting him and his men. Khonshu pleads with his fellow Egyptian gods about Harrow's treachery, but they refuse; instead, following altering the sky to find coordinates, Khonshu is sealed away in a statue and stored within the Pyramid of Giza. Marc/Steven, powerless, finds the statue of Ammit, but is killed by Harrow and ends up in a purgatory based on his fears.
Marc and Steven encounter the Egyptian Goddess, Taweret, who guides them through the afterlife. Knowing that Harrow will unleash Ammit and destroy the world, she helps him by contacting Layla who releases Khonshu; allowing him to reunite with Marc/Steven and bringing them back to life to face Harrow. Taweret also turns Layla into the Scarlet Scarab to aid them. Through some manner, Marc manages to defeat Harrow, though he does not know how, and seal Ammit away while also giving up Khonshu. Marc/Steven, now both in harmony, resume their somewhat meager, yet very happy, lives. However, Khonshu is revealed to still be a part of Marc and working with a third personality named Jake Lockley, who promptly finds Harrow in a psychiatric hospital and kills him.
==Cast==
*Oscar Isaac as Marc Spector / Steven Grant / Jake Lockley / Moon Knight / Mr. Knight, various personalities sharing Marc Spector's mind as a result of his dissociative identity disorder. Spector is the vessel of the Egyptian god Khonshu who is known as the Moon Knight.
**Carlos Sanchez as Young Marc Spector/Steven Grant
**David Jake Rodriguez as Teenage Marc Spector
**Michael Benjamin Hernandez as Marc Spector/Steven Grant Double
*Ethan Hawke as Arthur Harrow, a former vessel of Egyptian god Khonshu turned religious zealot and cult leader associated with the goddess Ammit, who sees Moon Knight as an obstacle to him "healing the world", and who encourages Marc Spector to embrace his inner darkness.
*May Calamawy as Layla El-Faouly / Scarlet Scarab, an archaeologist and Marc Spector's wife. Karim El-Hakim as Khonshu (on-set actor), Egyptian god of the moon and the source of the Moon Knight's powers.
**F. Murray Abraham as Khonshu (voice)
*Gaspard Ulliel as Anton Mogart, a mysterious antiquities collector and an old friend of Layla El-Faouly. This was Ulliel's final role, released after his death in January 2022.
*Alexander Cobb as J.B.
*Lucy Thackeray as Donna
*Antonia Salib as Taweret
*Rey Lucas as Elias Spector
*Fernanda Andrade as Wendy Spector
*David Ganly as Billy Fitzgerald
*Ann Akinjirin as Bobbi Kennedy
*Sofia Asir as Ammit, Egyptian goddess who was responsible for judging the souls of the dead upon their arrival into the afterlife. However, she eventually began murdering living people for crimes they may not have yet committed.
**Saba Mubarak as Ammit (voice)
*Díana Bermudez as Yatzil / Hathor
*Shaun Scott as Bertrand Crawley
*Saffron Hocking as Dylan
*Marcell Szelle as Ronnie
*Loic Mabanza as Bek
*Usama Soliman as Abdallah El-Faouly
*Zizi Dagher as Psychiatric Ward Patient
==Episodes==
No. 	Title 	Directed by 	Written by 	Original air date
1 	"The Goldfish Problem" 	Mohamed Diab 	Jeremy Slater 	March 30, 2022
Steven Grant learns that he may be a superhero, but may also share a body with a ruthless mercenary.	Steven Grant learns that he may be a superhero, but may also share a body with a ruthless mercenary.	Steven Grant learns that he may be a superhero, but may also share a body with a ruthless mercenary.	Steven Grant learns that he may be a superhero, but may also share a body with a ruthless mercenary. 	Steven Grant learns that he may be a superhero, but may also share a body with a ruthless mercenary.
2 	"Summon the Suit" 	Justin Benson & Aaron Moorhead 	Michael Kastelein 	April 6, 2022
With little time to react, Steven is thrust into a war of the gods as a mysterious partner arrives. 	With little time to react, Steven is thrust into a war of the gods as a mysterious partner arrives. 	With little time to react, Steven is thrust into a war of the gods as a mysterious partner arrives. 	With little time to react, Steven is thrust into a war of the gods as a mysterious partner arrives. 	With little time to react, Steven is thrust into a war of the gods as a mysterious partner arrives.
3 	"The Friendly Type" 	Mohamed Diab 	Beau DeMayo, Peter Cameron and Sabir Pirzada 	April 13, 2022
With Marc in the forefront and Harrow ahead, Marc and Layla navigate Cairo for intel. 	With Marc in the forefront and Harrow ahead, Marc and Layla navigate Cairo for intel. 	With Marc in the forefront and Harrow ahead, Marc and Layla navigate Cairo for intel. 	With Marc in the forefront and Harrow ahead, Marc and Layla navigate Cairo for intel. 	With Marc in the forefront and Harrow ahead, Marc and Layla navigate Cairo for intel.
4 	"The Tomb" 	Justin Benson & Aaron Moorhead 	Alex Meenehan, Peter Cameron and Sabir Pirzada 	April 20, 2022
Marc & Steven must find balance as supernatural threats ahead look to stop them. 	Marc & Steven must find balance as supernatural threats ahead look to stop them. 	Marc & Steven must find balance as supernatural threats ahead look to stop them. 	Marc & Steven must find balance as supernatural threats ahead look to stop them. 	Marc & Steven must find balance as supernatural threats ahead look to stop them.
5 	"Asylum" 	Mohamed Diab 	Rebecca Kirsch and Matthew Orton 	April 27, 2022
Marc & Steven search through their memories to find their truth or become left behind. 	Marc & Steven search through their memories to find their truth or become left behind. 	Marc & Steven search through their memories to find their truth or become left behind. 	Marc & Steven search through their memories to find their truth or become left behind. 	Marc & Steven search through their memories to find their truth or become left behind.
6 	"Gods and Monsters" 	Mohamed Diab 	Story by: Danielle Iman and Jeremy SlaterTeleplay by: Jeremy Slater, Peter Cameron, and Sabir Pirzada	May 4, 2022
As Moon Knight joins the fray, Marc, Steven, and Khonshu must work together to stop Ammit. 	As Moon Knight joins the fray, Marc, Steven, and Khonshu must work together to stop Ammit. 	As Moon Knight joins the fray, Marc, Steven, and Khonshu must work together to stop Ammit. 	As Moon Knight joins the fray, Marc, Steven, and Khonshu must work together to stop Ammit. 	As Moon Knight joins the fray, Marc, Steven, and Khonshu must work together to stop Ammit.
==Production==
In April 2018, Kevin Feige revealed that Moon Knight was definitely being discussed for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.Moon Knight Is In The Future Plans For the MCU
On August 23, 2019, at D23 Expo 2019, Kevin Feige announced that Marvel Studios was developing a live-action series about Moon Knight for Disney+.
In November 2019, it was reported that Jeremy Slater would serve as the showrunner of the series.Marvel's 'Moon Knight' Series Finds Its Head Writer With 'Umbrella Academy' Series Creator (Exclusive)
In December 2019, Kevin Feige revealed that the series was expected to wrap production in late 2020.Moon Knight, She-Hulk, and Ms. Marvel Shows Will Wrap Production By End of 2020
On February 26, 2020, it was reported that the series would begin filming in November, in and , under the working title "Good Faith".EXCLUSIVE: ‘MOON KNIGHT’ DISNEY+ SERIES FILMING MOVES TO NOVEMBER IN ATLANTAUPDATE: ‘Moon Knight’ Expected To Shoot Scenes In CaliforniaWorking Title for ‘Moon Knight’ Revealed
On October 26, 2020, Deadline reported that Oscar Isaac was in negotiations to star as the title character in the series.‘Moon Knight’: Oscar Isaac Tapped To Star In Marvel And Disney+ Series The next day, Deadline reported that Mohamed Diab would direct episodes of the series.‘Moon Knight’: Mohamed Diab To Direct Marvel’s Disney+ Series
On November 11, 2020, Discussing Film reported that the series would film in with filming beginning in early 2021.Production Tidbits: ‘Moon Knight’, ‘Aquaman 2’, ‘Ms. Marvel’ and More
On November 20, 2020, The Illuminerdi reported that the series would begin filming in London in March 2021.MOON KNIGHT: NEW CHARACTERS AND DESCRIPTION OF MARC SPECTOR’S COLORFUL CLOAK: EXCLUSIVE
On December 10, 2020, during Disney’s 2020 Investor Day, Kevin Feige spoke about the series, revealing that the series would tackle Moon Knight's .Marvel Studios to Tackle Marc Spector's Story in ‘Moon Knight’ Disney+ Series
On January 8, 2021, The Hollywood Reporter reported that Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead were attached to direct episodes of the series.Marvel's 'Moon Knight': Indie Auteurs Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead Board as Directors (Exclusive)
On January 11, 2021, in an interview with Collider, Kevin Feige revealed that the series' first season would consist of six episodes.How Long Are Marvel's Disney+ Shows? Kevin Feige Talks 'Loki', 'Falcon and the Winter Soldier', and 'She-Hulk'
On January 13, 2021, The Hollywood Reporter reported that May Calamawy had joined the cast of the series in a key role.Marvel's 'Moon Knight': May Calamawy Joins Oscar Isaac in Disney+ Series (Exclusive)
On January 15, 2021, The Hollywood Reporter reported that Ethan Hawke had joined the cast of the series and that he would portray the series' lead villain.Ethan Hawke to Play Villain Opposite Oscar Isaac in Marvel's 'Moon Knight' (Exclusive)
On April 10, 2021, Oscar Isaac and Ethan Hawke were spotted in Budapest.Zsolt Gosztonyi on Instagram - April 10, 2021
On April 30, 2021, it was reported that the series had begun filming.Goretity Dániel (gore) on Twitter - April 30, 2021
On May 5, 2021, it was reported that the series had filmed in .Moon Knight – Production ongoing in Hungary, details of Ethan Hawke’s character possibly revealed
On May 27, 2021, Oscar Isaac confirmed his casting as Moon Knight.Mad Gene Media on Instagram - May 27, 2021
On July 26, 2021, it was revealed that Gaspard Ulliel had joined the cast of the series and that he would portray Midnight Man.Gaspard Ulliel - Hamilton Hodell Agency
On August 7, 2021, it was reported that Loic Mabanza had joined the cast of the series in an undisclosed role.‘Moon Knight’ Adds French Actor Loic Mabanza & Sharon Carter Expected To Appear
On August 13, 2021, in an interview on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Hawke revealed that his character was based on American cult leader and that Oscar Isaac was the one who asked him if he wanted to join the series.Ethan Hawke Credits Oscar Isaac for His Casting in Marvel’s Moon Knight
On September 30, 2021, it was reported that the series had wrapped production.Moon Knight Crew Celebrates Wrap on Oscar Isaac's Disney+ Show
On March 7, 2022, it was reported that Hesham Nazih had composed the score for the series.Marvel’s Disney+ Series ‘Moon Knight’ to Feature Music by Hesham Nazih
==Videos==
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Marvel Studios' Moon Knight - Exclusive First Look - Disney+
MOON KNIGHT - Official Teaser (Trailer Monday)
Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Official Trailer - Disney+
Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Trailer Reaction - Disney+
Big Game TV Spot - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
Introducing Moon Knight Featurette - Marvel Studio' Moon Knight - Disney+
Secret Agent - Marvel Studios' Moon Knight - Disney+
"Contact Lens" Official Clip - Marvel Studios' Moon Knight - Disney+
Choice - Marvel Studios' Moon Knight - Disney+
"Summon the Suit" Official Clip - Marvel Studios' Moon Knight - Disney+
Protect - Marvel Studios' Moon Knight - Disney+
What Makes Moon Knight Featurette - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
Here We Go - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
Welcome the Knight - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
Marvel Studios' Moon Knight Red Carpet - Best Moments
Remember - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
Day ‘N Knight - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
Ready - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+-2
Smash - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
Secret - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
World Builders Featurette - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
“Give Me Control” Official Clip - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
Truth - Marvel Studios Moon Knight - Disney+
Perfect - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
Phenomenon - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
Trouble - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
Taweret - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
Power - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
Rise - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
Epic - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
“Egyptian Super Hero” Official Clip - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
“Epic Action” Official Clip - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
“Pyramid Fight” Official Clip - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
“Marc and Steven” Official Clip - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
Best of Steven - Marvel Studios' Moon Knight
“Teamwork” Official Clip - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
“Mummy” Official Clip - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight - Disney+
How Oscar Isaac Plays Marc & Steven! - Behind The Scenes of Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight
Marvel Studios’ Assembled- The Making of Moon Knight - Official Trailer - Disney+
Behind The Scenes of Khonshu vs Ammit - Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight
==Gallery==
==Trivia==
*This is the final work of Gaspard Ulliel, who died in a skiing accident on January 19, 2022.
*Jeremy Slater wanted the Eternals, particularly Kingo, to make an appearance in a flashback sequence, but was unable to due to budget.Kumail Nanjiani Almost Appeared as Kingo in 'Moon Knight' Flashback Scene
*This is the first and only Marvel Disney+ project, not to feature any previously established characters.
*This is the first Phase 4 installment not to reference or mention the Blip.
*Following the announcement of Disney shifting their future physical media releases to Sony Pictures Entertainment in the United States and Canada, this TV series and The Falcon and the Winter Soldier are the last two Marvel Studios series to be distributed on physical media by Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment in said countries.
==References==
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*Moon Knight (TV series) on Marvel Cinematic Universe Wiki
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