Elizabeth Olsen Teases Future as Scarlet Witch in Marvel Universe
Elizabeth Olsen's MCU Future Remains Uncertain
Elizabeth Olsen, known for her role in WandaVision, is keeping her cards close to her chest regarding her return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). With two significant Marvel films on the horizon, Avengers: Doomsday and its follow-up, Avengers: Secret Wars, fans are eager to know if her character, Wanda Maximoff, also recognized as Scarlet Witch, will make a comeback. During a recent event in Chicago, Olsen discussed her potential return and the direction she envisions for her character. Additionally, the spinoff sequel VisionQuest, featuring Paul Bettany, is set to debut later this year.
Olsen Addresses Her Possible Return in Upcoming Avengers Films
At the Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo, Olsen addressed questions about Wanda Maximoff's involvement in Doomsday and Secret Wars. Reports from social media indicate that she expressed uncertainty, stating, "I know about VisionQuest, because I've seen Paul in the last six months. I know nothing about any of it. Is [Secret Wars] what happens after? I'm not kidding. Why did I think there were two Secret Wars? Are there not?"
In fan-shared images, Olsen was seen in a bulky coat, sparking rumors about a possible pregnancy. However, she hinted that her journey as Scarlet Witch is not over. She mentioned that she has proposed ideas for her character's future and expressed a desire to contribute meaningfully to the storyline. Olsen emphasized that her work with Marvel has always been character-focused, and she values the depth of Wanda's narrative in the MCU. Although she did not disclose specific storylines she has suggested, she remarked that "House of M is just the coolest." Furthermore, she expressed interest in reuniting with her Ingrid Goes West co-star, Aubrey Plaza, who portrayed Lady Death in the WandaVision spinoff Agatha All Along, which also featured Wanda and Vision's son, Billy Maximoff, aka Wiccan.
Wanda Maximoff's Journey in the MCU
Wanda Maximoff, along with her brother Pietro Maximoff (Quicksilver, played by Aaron Taylor-Johnson), made their first appearance in a post-credits scene of Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014) and later featured in various Avengers films, including Avengers: Endgame (2019). In 2021, she starred in the Disney+ series WandaVision alongside Paul Bettany, which explored her character's life after Endgame.
Wanda made her return in the 2022 film Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, featuring Benedict Cumberbatch, which hinted at her character's demise. Since then, Olsen has not reprised her role in the MCU, despite fans' requests for her return.