Who Is Photon? Monica Rambeau's Origin & Powers Explained

By Lewis Glazebrook

Updated Dec 15, 2023

The MCU has made the origins and powers of Monica Rambeau/Photon increasingly important to the MCU - but how do both compare to the comics?

Summary

Photon's origin in Marvel Comics is different from her origin in the MCU, where she gained her powers from the Hex in WandaVision.
In the MCU, Photon has the ability to see and absorb electromagnetic waves, become intangible, and use energy for combat purposes. She also learns how to fly.
Monica Rambeau has a close bond with Captain Marvel through her mother, Maria, and their relationship is explored and potentially repaired in The Marvels.