Elizabeth Olsen Drops MCU Surprise: No More Scarlet Witch in Avengers: Doomsday?

Doomsday” and “Secret Wars” are set to launch a fresh chapter for the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). However, they’ll do so without one of the franchise’s most powerful characters – Elizabeth Olsen, who portrays Wanda Maximoff, also known as The Scarlet Witch, in several MCU films and her own Disney+ series, “WandaVision”. In a surprising turn for many fans, Olsen has hinted at the possible absence of her character in “Avengers: Doomsday“, directed by Joe and Anthony Russo.

Elizabeth Olsen shared some disappointing news to The Hollywood Reporter about her involvement in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Contrary to numerous speculations, Olsen won’t reprise her well-known character in either ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ or ‘Secret Wars’. This decision is primarily due to scheduling issues with her upcoming FX series, ‘Seven Sisters’, as she mentioned, “I’m moving on to film a pilot for FX.

In a refreshing shift for this movie critic, Elizabeth Olsen’s decision to step away from the Marvel Cinematic Universe opens up new avenues for her creative pursuits. Six years ago, I became acutely aware of how all-consuming Marvel and its realm can be, both physically and in terms of space within the entertainment industry. As much as I adore portraying Wanda Maximoff, it’s crucial for me to explore projects that align more closely with my personal preferences. Olsen expressed this by saying: “I find myself drawn to smaller-scale passion projects that allow me to grow and experiment as an artist.

As a movie enthusiast, the choices I’ve made in my film-making journey have shaped me into the artist I am today – something that wasn’t on my mind when I embarked on this path. Revisiting films like [The Assessment] now is not just a professional decision, but a testament to the company I wish to collaborate with and my own cinematic preferences.

How Will ‘Avengers: Secret Wars’ Fare Without The Scarlet Witch?

Elizabeth Olsen’s announcement has left a significant impact on the fan community, as it seems that Avengers: Secret Wars could significantly alter the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) following the contentious Multiverse Saga. Fans are also looking forward to the film solidifying the presence of mutants and the X-Men within the main MCU timeline, given their hints in The Marvels and Deadpool & Wolverine. Initially, many anticipated The Scarlet Witch to drive such a significant change. In the comics, Wanda has been associated with the elimination of mutants, leading fans to assume that her character might bring about the era of mutants within the MCU. However, since The Scarlet Witch is no longer involved in Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars, viewers will need to reconsider their theories regarding how this movie will realign the divergent timeline.

It’s quite possible that Elizabeth Olsen might be misleading fans about her involvement in “Secret Wars”. Previously, Andrew Garfield deceived the media regarding his role in “Spider-Man: No Way Home”, causing fans to question any actor’s statement about not being a part of a future film, particularly one as significant as “Secret Wars”. However, whether Olsen is truthful or deceiving remains uncertain. The production for “Avengers: Doomsday” starts next month and is slated for release on May 1, 2026. “Avengers: Secret Wars”, on the other hand, is planned to premiere a year later on May 7, 2027.

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2025-03-25 16:01