Elizabeth Olsen might return as Wanda Maximoff in the anticipated Disney+ series Vision Quest, alongside James Spader as Ultron, according to Deadline.
Vision Quest will primarily focus on Vision, but Olsen’s potential involvement is stirring excitement among fans. Given the profound connection between Wanda and Vision throughout the MCU, her return would make narrative sense and likely enrich the storyline.
James Spader is set to bring back one of the MCU’s most formidable villains, Ultron, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. The series, which will continue to feature Paul Bettany as the all-knowing Vision, is being helmed by Star Trek: Picard showrunner Terry Matalas. How Ultron will reintegrate into the storyline remains undisclosed.
The context for Vision’s return ties back to Avengers: Infinity War, where he was killed by Thanos. Vision made a notable comeback in the 2021 series WandaVision, which introduced a new iteration known as White Vision. This version, recreated by S.W.O.R.D from the original Vision’s remnants, was initially tasked with eliminating Wanda and the ‘Conditional’ Vision — a manifestation of Wanda’s powers.
In the dramatic finale of WandaVision, a philosophical battle between the two Visions culminates with White Vision gaining access to his suppressed memories. Acknowledging his identity, he proclaims, “I Am Vision,” before mysteriously departing, setting the stage for Vision Quest.
Rumoured to explore White Vision’s quest to reclaim his identity and purpose, Vision Quest could significantly deepen the characters’ stories if Wanda returns. Her potential involvement would link directly to her unresolved narrative from Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, where her fate was left uncertain.
While Marvel Studios hasn’t officially confirmed Olsen’s participation, the prospect has already generated considerable excitement. If realised, Vision Quest could delve into deeper themes of love, loss, and identity, continuing the poignant journey of Vision and Wanda. This would not only appeal to long-time fans but also add a rich layer to the evolving MCU narrative, making Vision Quest one of the MCU’s most anticipated upcoming series on Disney+.
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