Elizabeth Olsen discusses Doctor Strange 2 reshoots and Scarlet Witch’s MCU future

Elizabeth Olsen addresses Scarlet Witch’s controversial arc and shares ideas for her MCU return.

Elizabeth Olsen recently opened up about her experience working on Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, specifically addressing the film’s reshoots and her own ideas for Scarlet Witch’s future.

When asked about the film’s reshoots, Olsen clarified that she was not present for them, as she was occupied with HBO’s Love and Death. This detail sheds light on the extent of changes made to the film after principal photography wrapped.

"I was shooting Love and Death, so I wasn't part of the reshoots," Olsen shared.

The reshoots were significant, as Doctor Strange 2 underwent multiple changes during post-production. The film, directed by Sam Raimi and written by Michael Waldron, explored the multiverse but faced criticism for its portrayal of Wanda Maximoff.

A major critique of Doctor Strange 2 was how it handled Wanda’s transformation into a villain. Some fans and critics pointed out that Raimi and Waldron had not watched WandaVision before developing the script. As a result, Wanda’s descent into madness and pursuit of her children felt disconnected from her emotional journey in the Disney+ series.

While WandaVision ended on a note of self-awareness for Wanda, Doctor Strange 2 portrayed her as a ruthless antagonist driven by the Darkhold, leading to debates about character consistency.

Beyond discussing past projects, Olsen also shared her own vision for where Wanda’s story could go next. She expressed interest in exploring the character’s redemption arc and a return that feels more in line with her previous development.

Marvel Studios has remained tight-lipped about Scarlet Witch’s future, but rumors persist that the character will return in a future MCU project. Olsen’s pitch aligns with fan speculation that Wanda’s story isn’t over yet.

Although Doctor Strange 2 left Wanda’s fate ambiguous, many believe she will make a comeback, possibly in Agatha: Darkhold Diaries or a Young Avengers project. With the multiverse still a major theme in the MCU, there are multiple ways to reintroduce the character.

For now, fans will have to wait for official confirmation, but Olsen’s enthusiasm suggests that Scarlet Witch’s journey is far from over.