The story of Scarlet Witch in theMarvel Cinematic Universeseemed concluded for a while - however, the recent release ofAgatha All Alonghas reignited conversations over her fate and potential return to the series. While Elizabeth Olsen is not a credited member ofAgatha All Along’s cast, the series is full ofEaster Eggs and referencesandthere are hopes for an appearance by the actor at some point. FollowingWandaVision’s exciting, meaningful, and evolving plot, there have been many theories that the spinoff series will capitalize on its predecessor’s story by having Agatha and Wanda meet again.
FollowingAgatha All Alongepisode 1 and 2, the show seems to be heavily focused on Wanda and her legacy in the MCU.Scarlet Witch first appeared in the comics in 1964, and her story evolved over the years, including her role as the daughter of Magneto. Whilethe MCU timelinechanged many aspects of the character’s story, they kept Wanda’s immense level of power more or less the same, with this and other factors combining to make Scarlet Witch’s potential survival or revival much-discussed concepts.
Scarlet Witch’s MCU Death Explained
Wanda Maximoff Died In Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness
Scarlet Witch was crushed by a boulder in theending ofDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, and thus is no longer alive in the MCU. This followed an incredible path for the character.Wanda began as an antagonist to the Avengers inAvengers: Age of Ultronbefore joining their new team in that film’s conclusion. From there, she was largely defined by her relationship with Vision until the release ofWandaVision. The series wonderfully gave her character depth and motivations of her own, much of which centered around wanting a family.
The loss of this family drove Wanda on a violent path in order to get them back.This led to her traveling across the multiverse to find variants of her children, Billy and Tommy, with no regard for the destruction she left in her path.Doctor Strange was forced into conflict with her, and the film ended with Wanda’s tragic death. Thisdeath has been officially confirmed by Marvelin books and television.
Death Is Never Really Final In The Marvel Cinematic Universe
With all of that said, the MCU has also provided some ways tobring back Scarlet Witch inAgatha All Along. Hints were dropped throughout the series premiere episodes about Wanda’s status, as her specter still hangs above Agatha. In a conversation with a neighbor,Agatha reveals doubt that the crushing weight of an enormous rock could kill Wanda.Following this, Agatha sees a body that is suspected to be Wanda’s in a morgue, where she looks at the identifying tag.
The tag on the body lists W. Maximoff - however, moments later, the tag also lists the name of A. Harkness.While this at first seemed to confirm Wanda’s death, the development in this scene actually instead reiterates the connection between Wanda and Agatha. Perhaps, like Agatha, Wanda has also simply been robbed of her powers. This could mean that she is still alive somewhere. However the show progresses, it is clear that Wanda’s state is important to Agatha’s development.
What Elizabeth Olsen Has Said About Scarlet Witch’s Return
Olsen Seems Open To An MCU Return
Elizabeth Olsen has shared hopeful commentsabout returning to the MCU in a recent interview onJimmy Kimmel Live!where she expressed interest. However, it also sounds important to Olsen that her character’s death not be undone. She noted on the show that"would like to figure out how to cleverly be un-dead." However, with the way death has been approached in the MCU, and with characters able to return from it, it is likely that the series is able to find a way.
It is notable that Olsen’s comments are quite open to returning to the universe. FollowingDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, it seemed that her time in the role was done. WithRobert Downey Jr.’s return as Doctor Doomsparking new theories, however,it has become clear that any performer could theoretically return to the MCU. Following Olsen’s comments, it seems likely that the character may return in some capacity, whether in a lead role or in a supporting role.
Scarlet Witch Solo Movie Rumors Explained
No Scarlet Witch Film Has Yet Been Confirmed
Thechance of a Scarlet Witch solo movie is not clear.However, talk has certainly been happening. Speaking withVariety,Agatha All Alongshowrunner Jac Schaeffer said"I am just here hoping for a Scarlet Witch movie! We all want Wanda, so fingers crossed that’s a thing that happens.“While nothing appears to be in the works, a rumored film has been talked about for some time, especially following the character’s success inWandaVision. Marvel has been leaning on legacy significantly, and it would make sense for a Wanda movie to follow.
Where exactly this would fit in the Multiverse Saga is difficult to say, especially if the franchise is set to reboot after it ends, as some rumors have suggested. However,Wanda’s return in eitherAgatha All Alongor the forthcomingVisionseries feels likely in some capacity.Whether that would lead to a solo movie would be dependent on if the studio had the proper stories to tell. However, it is something that would certainly be a big deal for fans of the character.
The MCU Just Introduced A Way To Bring Back Scarlet Witch
The new trailer for Agatha All Along introduces a very exciting means to potentially bring Wanda Maximoff’s Scarlet Witch back from the dead.
While Marvel has multiple times confirmed that Wanda is dead in the MCU, no character in that universe is ever totally gone.With a whole multiverse at their disposal, if bringing Scarlet Witch back becomes important to the franchise, they will certainly find a way to have her return.However, for now, Wanda is at rest, though that could well be subject to change depending on whatAgatha All Alongand other upcoming series do with the character’s story.
Agatha All Along
Cast
Agatha Harkness, after the events of “WandaVision,” seeks to regain her magical powers. Joining forces with unexpected allies, including the son of an old adversary, she battles new mystical threats while uncovering hidden secrets in the magical realm.
