VisionQuest plot summary
VisionQuest is an American sci-fi drama set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and built around Vision, the android played by Paul Bettany. The series begins with Vision in a precarious position: someone has put a bounty on him, and staying alive means staying on the move.
The chase is only half the struggle. Running also forces Vision to face difficult questions about what he actually is and whether his sense of self is truly his own. Hanging over everything is Ultron, voiced by James Spader, whose influence Vision has to keep fighting off if he wants to survive with his identity intact.
The themes go beyond action. Identity and self-definition sit at the core of the story, and the keywords point to a father-son relationship as another emotional thread. This is a character-driven take on a superhero figure. It is more interested in what makes an artificial being who he is than in spectacle alone.
VisionQuest review guide: what makes it notable
- Returning faces: Paul Bettany leads as Vision and James Spader appears as Ultron. Both appear across all eight episodes.
- Supporting cast: Ruaridh Mollica (Thomas), Todd Stashwick (Paladin), Lauren Morais (Lisa Molinari), Orla Brady (F.R.I.D.A.Y.), Diane Morgan (Handler), Polly Frame (Fiona Guthrie), Henry Lewis (D.U.M.-E.) and Jonathan Sayer (U.).
- Creator: The series was created by Terry Matalas, who also writes and directs. The writing team includes Michael Taylor, Cindy Appel, Matt Okumura, Nicole Falsetti and Christopher Monfette. Vincenzo Natali, Christopher J. Byrne and Gandja Monteiro are among the directors.
- Source material: The series is based on Marvel comics.
- Format: Season 1 has 8 episodes of roughly 51 minutes each. It premiered on Disney+ on 13 October 2026. The series is still airing, with 4 of the 8 episodes released so far.
- Rating: TV-14 in the US.
Who will enjoy VisionQuest
- Marvel Cinematic Universe fans who want more of Vision’s story
- Viewers drawn to sci-fi about androids, artificial minds and identity
- Anyone who likes tense “on the run” thrillers with a strong central character
- Fans of character-focused drama exploring family and father-son dynamics
- Followers of Paul Bettany and James Spader
Where to watch VisionQuest in the US
In the US, VisionQuest streams officially on Disney+, which requires a subscription. Disney+ is also the original network for the series. New episodes are still being released, so check the episode guide on this page for the latest schedule.
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Cast
Paul Bettanyas Vision8 episodes
James Spaderas Ultron8 episodes
Ruaridh Mollicaas Thomas8 episodes
Todd Stashwickas Paladin8 episodes
Lauren Moraisas Lisa Molinari8 episodes
Orla Bradyas F.R.I.D.A.Y.8 episodes
Diane Morganas Handler8 episodes
Polly Frameas Fiona Guthrie8 episodes
Photo: TMDB
Episode guide
| Season | Episode | Original air date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Aired | |
| 1 | 2 | Aired | |
| 1 | 3 | Aired | |
| 1 | 4 | Aired | |
| 1 | 5 | Aired | |
| 1 | 6 | Aired | |
| 1 | 7 | Upcoming | |
| 1 | 8 | Upcoming |
Dates are original broadcast dates in the country of origin (Korea/China). Official streaming platforms in your country may add episodes the same day or later.
FAQ
- What is the release date of VisionQuest?
- VisionQuest premiered on Disney+ on 13 October 2026.
- Where can I watch VisionQuest legally in the US?
- VisionQuest is available on Disney+, a subscription streaming service.
- Who is in the cast of VisionQuest?
- Paul Bettany stars as Vision and James Spader plays Ultron. They are joined by Ruaridh Mollica, Todd Stashwick, Lauren Morais, Orla Brady, Diane Morgan, Polly Frame, Henry Lewis and Jonathan Sayer.
- How many episodes does VisionQuest have?
- Season 1 consists of 8 episodes, each running about 51 minutes. The series is still airing.
- What is VisionQuest about?
- With a bounty on him, Vision goes on the run. He has to confront questions about his own identity while resisting Ultron's influence. It is a sci-fi drama based on Marvel comics.
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