Elizabeth Olsen may be preparing for a return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, reprising her role as Wanda Maximoff, also known as Scarlet Witch. Having first appeared in a post-credits scene in 2014’s Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Olsen has since become a central figure in the MCU’s evolving storyline.
Her most recent appearance came in 2022 with Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Despite currently focusing on projects like the FX series Seven Sisters, Olsen has expressed openness to revisiting the MCU in the future. She spoke about her Marvel experience during the 2025 Hamptons International Film Festival’s A Conversation With… series, sharing insights into her feelings toward continuing superhero roles.
Olsen Shares Her Passion for the Character and Future Prospects
Olsen conveyed her enthusiasm for playing Scarlet Witch, emphasizing her desire to return to the character at some point. She explained,
“It is something that I love, and it’s something I always want to return to,”
according to PEOPLE. She also reflected on the growth of the character over the past five years and hinted at untapped storylines from the comics that she and fans would appreciate seeing on screen.
Olsen said,
“I think the thing that’s been so special about the last five years is I’ve gotten to do so much with the character I never thought I would. There are still character through lines that have happened in the comics that I’d love to do that I think fans also want to. I mean, these movies aren’t for critics, these movies are for fans.”
The Impact of WandaVision and the Possibility of Returning via the Multiverse
Olsen’s role expanded significantly with the 2021 Disney+ series WandaVision, where she starred alongside Paul Bettany’s Vision. This role earned her critical recognition and a nomination for her performance. Although the character Wanda Maximoff died in Multiverse of Madness, the MCU’s multiverse concept leaves room for multiple versions of the character to exist, suggesting that Olsen could potentially return as an alternate Scarlet Witch or even revive the original character.
The upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday is known for bringing back key players from previous MCU entries, making her possible cameo or appearance a realistic expectation.
Olsen’s Gratitude and Thoughts on Consistency in Her Roles
Elizabeth Olsen has expressed deep appreciation for her time portraying Scarlet Witch, noting the rewarding nature of the experience. She stated,
“It’s really fruitful, and the stories have only gotten better for me, my character. I really enjoyed it.”
She also reflected on how rare it is to be part of such a beloved franchise over multiple years.
Continuing, she said,
“Some people have ongoing television series that they get to return to. Very few, I feel like, get to be part of franchises that, I know we might culturally get a little bit exhausted by, but there is something about them that becomes very familial.”
Olsen added,
“There’s nothing else really like it, and I don’t know that I’ll have [that] again unless it’s for an ongoing show. I do like that kind of consistency. It feels good. I mean, job security feels nice – I think we can all agree on that.”
Implications for Fans and the Marvel Universe
Elizabeth Olsen’s openness to returning indicates that her involvement as Scarlet Witch could continue to influence the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s narrative, particularly given the multiverse’s ability to reintroduce characters in innovative ways. For fans, this possibility represents exciting potential storylines and deeper exploration of Wanda Maximoff’s character. As the MCU prepares for upcoming projects like Avengers: Doomsday, Olsen’s name remains one to watch for possible future appearances, maintaining her status as a vital part of the franchise.
