Marvel fans may not have seen the last of Scarlet Witch. A new rumor hints that Elizabeth Olsen’s Wanda Maximoff could be making a powerful return in Avengers: Doomsday. Although Marvel Studios released its official cast announcement in March 2025, Olsen’s name was missing. Therefore, fans still wonder what happened to Wanda after Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.

What’s Fueling Scarlet Witch’s Comeback Rumors?
The latest buzz started when insider My Time To Shine (MTTSH) posted a GIF of Scarlet Witch on X (formerly Twitter), along with the caption:
“Wanda is BACK.”
This short but exciting tease immediately reignited speculation among fans, who have long wondered whether Wanda truly met her end in the last Doctor Strange film.
In Multiverse of Madness, Wanda seemingly sacrifices herself by destroying the Darkhold on Mount Wundagore. However, her death was never shown directly, leaving her possible survival—or resurrection—open to interpretation.
Elizabeth Olsen’s Past Comments on Scarlet Witch’s Fate
Elizabeth Olsen herself has kept fans guessing about Wanda’s story. During a September 2024 interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Olsen admitted:
“I assume as much… I think I’m dead.”
Yet, she also expressed interest in reprising the character, even joking about wanting to find ways to “undead” Wanda in the MCU.
Later, in March 2025, Olsen spoke to The Hollywood Reporter, clarifying that she wasn’t involved in Avengers: Doomsday. She revealed she was focused on other projects like Seven Sisters, which left fans uncertain about her immediate return. Still, the rumors persist and continue to fuel hopes of Scarlet Witch’s reappearance.
Could Scarlet Witch Return in Phase 6?
With the MCU leaning heavily into multiverse storytelling, Wanda Maximoff’s return feels more possible than ever. Scarlet Witch could reemerge through alternate universes, magical resurrection, or even a timeline twist. Each of these possibilities would allow Marvel to bring back one of its most powerful and complex characters while adding depth to Phase 6’s overarching story.
Scarlet Witch has always been more than just a villain or an Avenger—she’s both. Her potential comeback in Avengers: Doomsday would not only excite fans but also raise the stakes for the team’s next big battle. Whether Wanda returns as a hero, a threat, or something in between, her presence would undoubtedly reshape the MCU’s future.
For now, the Scarlet Witch comeback remains an exciting possibility rather than a confirmed fact. Rumors, insider teases, and Olsen’s own comments keep fans hopeful that Wanda Maximoff will once again take her place in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. As Phase 6 approaches, audiences will be watching closely to see if one of Marvel’s most beloved and feared characters makes her grand return.
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