What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedAnt-Man and the Wasp
Peyton Reed · Film · 2018
If you loved Ant-Man and the Wasp, start with Peacemaker (James Gunn, 2022) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 books, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Ant-Man and the Wasp across media.
If you loved Ant-Man and the Wasp, you will appreciate these stories that balance high-stakes action with the importance of found family dynamics.
Books on the same thread
The Martian
Andy Weir · Book · 2015
Explores: Resourcefulness, Human Ingenuity, Isolation.
Just as Scott Lang relies on his wit to survive the quantum realm in Ant-Man and the Wasp, this story highlights the power of ingenuity against impossible odds.
Dog Man: Fetch-22: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #8)
Dav Pilkey · Book · 2019
Shares a thread with Ant-Man and the Wasp: Teamwork.
Fans of the lighthearted humor in Ant-Man and the Wasp will enjoy this narrative, which similarly centers on redemption arcs and the evolving nature of family connections.
Dog Man: For Whom the Ball Rolls: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #7)
Dav Pilkey · Book · 2019
Shares 2 threads with Ant-Man and the Wasp: Teamwork, Redemption.
Much like the team-oriented missions found in Ant-Man and the Wasp, this story celebrates the necessity of perseverance and collaboration when facing down a new supervillain threat.
Ender's Game
Orson Scott Card · Book · 2013
Explores: Child Soldiers, Alien Invasion, Moral Ambiguity.
Readers who enjoyed the high-stakes tactical coordination in Ant-Man and the Wasp will find that same intensity here as a young hero faces a mission for survival.
Series on the same thread
Andor
Tony Gilroy · Series · 2022
Explores: Rebellion, Underdog Story, Dystopian Society.
If you valued the character-driven stakes of Ant-Man and the Wasp, you will appreciate this journey of a reluctant hero finding his purpose within a larger cause.
Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
Joss Whedon · Series · 2013
Explores: Team dynamics, Superpowers, Government conspiracy.
This series mirrors the team dynamics of Ant-Man and the Wasp, focusing on a specialized group working together to protect the world from strange and unknown threats.
Firefly
Joss Whedon · Series · 2002
Shares a thread with Ant-Man and the Wasp: Found Family.
The found family dynamic that anchors Ant-Man and the Wasp is also the heart of this series, featuring a ragtag crew navigating danger across a vast frontier.
Peacemaker
James Gunn · Series · 2022
Explores: Anti-hero redemption, Dysfunctional team, Government conspiracy.
Viewers drawn to the anti-hero redemption arc in Ant-Man and the Wasp will find a darker, more cynical exploration of similar themes within this dysfunctional team setting.
Podcasts on the same thread
The Adventure Zone
The McElroys · Podcast · 2026
Explores: improvised storytelling, group dynamics, high fantasy satire.
The collaborative, high-stakes humor that defines Ant-Man and the Wasp is echoed in this podcast, where a group relies on synergy to survive an epic fantasy adventure.
Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast
MKBHD · Podcast · 2026
Explores: future of technology, product design and engineering, tech culture.
If the scientific wonder and tech-focused action of Ant-Man and the Wasp captured your imagination, this podcast offers a deeper dive into the reality of modern engineering.
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Common questions
Is Ant-Man and the Wasp set during Scott Lang's house arrest?
Yes, the plot of Ant-Man and the Wasp begins just as Scott Lang's time under house arrest is about to end. He chooses to risk his freedom to assist Hope van Dyne and Dr. Hank Pym with a dangerous rescue mission.
What is the primary mission in Ant-Man and the Wasp?
The primary mission in Ant-Man and the Wasp involves Scott Lang, Hope van Dyne, and Dr. Hank Pym diving into the quantum realm. They must attempt a dangerous rescue mission against time and with little chance of success.
Who does Scott Lang help in Ant-Man and the Wasp?
In Ant-Man and the Wasp, Scott Lang helps Hope van Dyne and Dr. Hank Pym. He puts his own freedom at risk to join them on a dangerous mission to enter the quantum realm for a rescue.
Does Scott Lang go to the quantum realm in Ant-Man and the Wasp?
Yes, Scott Lang enters the quantum realm in Ant-Man and the Wasp. He works alongside Hope van Dyne and Dr. Hank Pym to complete a dangerous rescue mission that requires them to dive into that specific environment.