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Wanda Maximoff's MCU Future Uncertain for Doomsday
22 Jul
Summary
- Wanda Maximoff's return to Avengers: Doomsday is unconfirmed.
- Elizabeth Olsen is unaware of her character's involvement.
- Reports suggest a new actor might portray Scarlet Witch.
Avengers: Doomsday is slated for release on December 18, 2026, but the confirmed cast has left fans questioning the return of key characters like Wanda Maximoff. Portrayed by Elizabeth Olsen, Wanda has become a significant figure in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Her last appearance was in 2022's Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, where her actions concluded with a symbolic sacrifice, leaving her fate ambiguous.
Despite the ambiguity and Olsen's own statements about not knowing her character's future, speculation about Wanda's comeback persists. Reports have emerged suggesting that Marvel Studios might be planning for a Scarlet Witch appearance in Doomsday, potentially without Elizabeth Olsen. These reports hint at the use of stunt doubles for masked roles associated with Doctor Doom's followers, fueling theories about a recast or a different kind of presence for the character.
Wanda Maximoff was first introduced in 2014 and has since played a central role in multiple Avengers films and her own Disney+ series, WandaVision. While her presence in Doomsday is unconfirmed, rumors also link her to potential appearances in Avengers: Secret Wars (2027) or with the Young Avengers.
