Keeping up with the Marvel Cinematic Universe has become increasingly complex post-Infinity Stones saga, with mixed reception for various projects. Anticipation is high for upcoming films like Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars, especially with the news of Robert Downey Jr.’s return, albeit as Doctor Doom. While Elizabeth Olsen confirmed the Scarlet Witch will not appear in these films, fans remain excited for Daredevil: Born Again and the return of beloved characters from the original Netflix series.
Keeping up with the Marvel Cinematic Universe has become quite the challenge since the conclusion of the Infinity Stones saga. While certain films and series like Loki and Spider-Man: No Way Home continue to captivate audiences, numerous other projects seem to struggle to leave a lasting impression. The sheer volume of content can be overwhelming, making it difficult for fans to fully engage. Nevertheless, the upcoming series Daredevil: Born Again offers a glimmer of hope, but it’s the highly anticipated films Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars that truly shine like a guiding star on the horizon.
Anticipation Builds for the New Avengers Installments
Once a powerhouse of blockbuster success from the debut of Iron Man through to Avengers: Endgame, the MCU has experienced a noticeable lull since that iconic chapter. The complexities of the multiverse have proven challenging for many fans to navigate, compounded by the legal issues surrounding the franchise’s latest antagonist, Kang (portrayed by Jonathan Majors). So, when Marvel seized the opportunity at San Diego Comic Con to announce a shift in their narrative direction and hinted at Robert Downey Jr.’s return, it sparked renewed enthusiasm among fans who saw this as a beacon of hope.
In the forthcoming Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars, fans will experience the return of Robert Downey Jr. for the first time since the poignant demise of Iron Man in Avengers: Endgame. Although he won’t be reprising his role as Iron Man, as he is slated to portray the villainous Doctor Doom, this announcement has ignited speculation about the potential return of other beloved characters, including Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, and Elizabeth Olsen, whose characters have met tragic ends.
Will Scarlet Witch Make a Comeback in the Avengers?
In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, actual deaths are relatively rare. However, recent films have shown a clear intention to evolve by removing some of its most iconic figures. Among those is the Scarlet Witch, or Wanda Maximoff, who faced a grim fate in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Despite her apparent demise, many fans remain hopeful that she may not be gone for good. Yet, while some anticipated her return in the upcoming Avengers films, actress Elizabeth Olsen has confirmed otherwise.
In a recent interview with Hollywood Reporter surrounding the release of her latest project The Assessment, Elizabeth Olsen shared that she would not be part of the cast for the next two Avengers films. Since the conclusion of Doctor Strange and the series What If..?, Olsen has been focusing on smaller, more personal projects that bring her joy. She emphasized that filming for the Avengers films is set to commence soon in London and that she has just returned to the U.S. to work on a new series pilot for the FX network. Unlike the surprises seen in Spider-Man: No Way Home, fans should not expect any deceptive tactics to keep secrets hidden this time around.
Among Marvel enthusiasts this year, the series Daredevil: Born Again has generated immense excitement. The return of several cast members from the original Netflix series has played a significant role in this anticipation, particularly for this cherished character. However, it’s worth noting that his comeback was almost a missed opportunity!