Elizabeth Olsen’s Scarlet Witch was last seen buried beneath Mount Wundagore after a devastating rampage across the Multiverse, marking a significant sacrifice for Wanda Maximoff. This event took place over three years ago in the film Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, and since then, fans have been left wondering about her fate within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Although Olsen recently voiced the character again in Marvel Animation’s Marvel Zombies, the timeline between the projects has caused some distance in information about the character’s future.
Elizabeth Olsen Reflects on Working as Scarlet Witch
Olsen revealed that her recording for Marvel Zombies was done quite some time ago, reflecting the long gap since she last portrayed Wanda on screen.
“I recorded that so long ago, I’m sorry,”
she admitted to InStyle.
“It’s so crazy that…I feel terrible that I don’t…I can’t speak more to it.”
This suggests that her involvement has been consistent but the public updates remain sparse. When asked whether she thought her character was still alive in the main timeline, Olsen replied simply, “No idea.” Despite this uncertainty, widespread speculation points to her reprisal of the role in the upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday.
What Draws Olsen to the MCU Experience
Olsen described working within the MCU as a uniquely joyful and playful experience for an actor. She explained,
“We’re grown people behaving like children on a playground. We’re flying. We’re shooting things out of our hands. And it’s a character that I’ve gotten to return to so many times over 10 years. It’s good to put her down and then I miss her and I want her back. I’d jump at the opportunity to be in her shoes again.”
This combination of fun and long-term character development highlights the depth her role offers.
She also praised the collaborative nature and technical complexity of MCU productions.
“It’s the consistency of a community and a job, which is hard to find. The insane camera movement, stunt work, and special effects, visual effects that are happening in real time. It’s a lot of coordination, it’s hundreds and hundreds of people on set, and it’s a powerful thing to be a part of all those people working towards one goal. The people doing the visual effects are artists,”
Olsen shared. Her remarks underscore the level of craftsmanship and teamwork involved in creating these large-scale movies.
Olsen Defends the Superhero Genre Amid Criticism
Despite the growing wave of superhero fatigue and criticism aimed at comic book films, Olsen maintains a strong defense of the genre. She emphasized the emotional and artistic dedication involved, stating,
“The soul, the spirit, the heart is fulfilled doing it. It does mean something. I care about the acting being great—everyone does.”
She further acknowledged the immense effort of all those contributing behind the scenes, saying,
“There are hundreds of people doing their job to the highest degree. That’s why it’s frustrating for them to not be acknowledged for the artistry that is involved. A lot happens in visual effects afterwards—’cause we can’t actually fly, you know?”
Preparing for Scarlet Witch’s Anticipated Return
These comments from Elizabeth Olsen come alongside recent Marvel social media activity focused on Wanda Maximoff, signaling a potential upcoming return of the Scarlet Witch. Fans are anticipating that her character could feature in projects like VisionQuest or future Avengers installments.
Avengers: Doomsday is scheduled for release on December 18, 2026, with Avengers: Secret Wars following on December 17, 2027. These upcoming films likely mark significant opportunities for Olsen to reprise her role, continuing Scarlet Witch’s complex journey in the MCU.
