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After embodying the fan-favorite Iron Man in the MCU, Robert Downey Jr. is set to return to the superhero franchise as the notorious villain Doctor Doom. And new reports suggest that his character may join forces with Scarlet Witch, played by Elizabeth Olsen, in the anticipatedAvengers: Doomsday.
Industry expert Grace Randolph recently discussed this possibility, suggesting that Olsen is likely to reprise her role as Wanda Maximoff in the film, appearing alongside the Oscar-winning actor.
Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom Could Team Up With Scarlet Witch inAvengers: Doomsday
Avengers: Doomsday, the eagerly awaited fifth film in theAvengerssaga, hasfans buzzing with anticipation. Although details are scarce, new reports hint at a surprising alliance between two of the MCU’s most powerful villains.
Industry insider Grace Randolphrecently sharedthat Elizabeth Olsen could likely return in her popular role of Wanda Maximoff, aka Scarlet Witch in the MCU. And this time, she could be joining forces withRobert Downey Jr.’sDoctor Doom.
Rumors alsosuggestthat Olsen would be reprising her role as Wanda in the primary continuity on Earth 616, not as a variant, suggesting that her character may have survived the events ofDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
Such a powerful team-up of notorious figures could create a morally complex and high-stakes storyline, promising unparalleled chaos in the MCU.
Wanda’s journey has been deeply layered, shifting from a grieving mother inWandaVisionto a formidable sorceress inMultiverse of Madness, marking both moments of strength and tragedy.
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Additionally, Olsen has also expressed her interest in reprising her role in the MCU, stating she’s open to reprising her role as long as the character’s story is compelling and meaningful.
Elizabeth Olsen on Reprising Her Role as Scarlet Witch in the MCU
Elizabeth Olsenhas recently reflected on the possibility of reprising her role as Wanda Maximoff, aka Scarlet Witch. During an interview withFM104, she shared that she would be happy to return if“there’s a good way to use her”character.
It’s a character that I love going back to when there’s a way to use her well, and I think I have been lucky that when I started I was used well — I think people didn’t know what to do with me for a second there… if there’s a good way to use her I’m always happy to come back.
Olsen made her MCU debut in the 2014 filmCaptain America: The WinterSoldier and has since frequently appeared in the franchise alongside the Avengers. However, her character took a villainous arc in herlast appearance in the franchisein the 2022 filmDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
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The actress has alsoexpressed eagerness to seeif there is a way to bring her character back. While the odds remain uncertain, recent rumors do suggest that fans will get to see the character back in the MCU.
Avengers: Doomsdayis set to release on 15 June 2025.
Laxmi Rajput
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Laxmi Rajput is a Senior Writer at FandomWire, with over 3,300 articles published covering film, TV, and pop culture. With a degree in Broadcast Journalism and over three years of experience in content writing, she pivoted to entertainment journalism because let’s be honest, superheroes, sitcoms, and Netflix binges are way more fun. Laxmi frequently covers Marvel, Harry Potter, Star Wars, and popular TV shows, offering both fan-first enthusiasm and thoughtful analysis. Her work often dives into Marvel theories, revisits the genius of The Big Bang Theory, or unpacks the Netflix phenomenon of Stranger Things.
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