Elizabeth Olsen Confirms Scarlet Witch's Absence from Upcoming Avengers Films
The actress cites her commitment to non-Marvel projects, leaving Scarlet Witch's MCU fate unresolved.
- Elizabeth Olsen announced she will not reprise her role as Scarlet Witch in Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars, focusing instead on other projects, including the FX pilot Seven Sisters.
- Olsen's character, Wanda Maximoff, was last seen in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, where her fate was left ambiguous after an apparent sacrifice.
- Marvel Studios has not confirmed or denied Scarlet Witch's absence, fueling fan speculation about a potential surprise return.
- Olsen emphasized her desire to pursue roles that align with her personal artistic vision, moving away from the time-intensive commitments of the Marvel franchise.
- Scarlet Witch's absence raises concerns among fans about the narrative cohesion of the MCU's multiverse storyline in the upcoming Avengers films.