Elizabeth Olsen Reportedly Not Taking A Break From The MCU

Defying all previous rumours, Elizabeth Olsen is reportedly staying in the MCU and there’s an update on her solo Scarlet Witch project too

By Ishita Chatterjee
November 21,2022
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If there’s one standout character in MCU’s Phase 4, then it’s undoubtedly the Scarlet Witch. Her journey from Avengers: Age of Ultron to Doctor Strange 2 was enthralling. As such, fans are wondering if they will see her next, considering the rumours surrounding Elizabeth Olsen’s departure from the MCU. But as per new reports, there’s nothing for fans to worry about.

The Scarlet Witch Will Return

Elizabeth Olsen as the Scarlet Witch
Elizabeth Olsen as the Scarlet Witch

One of the most interesting characters in Phase 4 has been Wanda’s villain arc. The character started off as a simple mother in Westview, living happily with her kids and husband. Later on as the plot unraveled, we got to see that the entire picture perfect life she was leading was just a sham. It was all created by her to cope with Vision’s loss.

When we see her again in Doctor Strange 2, she has become unhinged after losing her family, and especially her sons. And at the end of the film we see her supposed demise. After this, internet rumours began doing rounds about Elizabeth Olsen taking a break from the MCU. So, many began to question if they will see Wanda next. But as per a new report there’s no need to worry as Liz isn’t leaving the MCU.

Ace scooper Daniel Ritchman has confirmed that the Scarlet Witch will be back and that Elizabeth Olsen has no plans to take a break. He has also said that the Scarlet Witch solo project is indeed moving forward.

When Will We See The Scarlet Witch Solo Project?

Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff in Doctor Strange 2
Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff in Doctor Strange 2

There’s no way to determine when we will see the Scarlet Witch project. But it’s probably in very early development stages since we don’t even know for sure whether the project is going to be a movie or a TV show. So we don’t think that there’s a chance we will see it in Phase 5.

But this doesn’t mean that we will have to wait long to see Wanda and Elizabeth Olsen. It’s rumoured that she’s going to appear in the Agatha: Coven of Chaos show. And since the show has cast Joe Locke, who is supposedly going to play Billy Kaplan/ Wiccan, so chances are that we will see his mother too.

It will be interesting to see how Marvel Studios handles Wanda/ Elizabeth Olsen’s return before we finally see her much deserved solo project.