The Marvel Cinematic Universe is set to explore a surprising new dynamic between two iconic characters: Scarlet Witch and Doctor Doom. According to insider MyTimeToShine, Elizabeth Olsen‘s Wanda Maximoff will play a significant role in the upcoming Avengers films.
Specifically in ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ and ‘Secret Wars’, she is rumored to be romantically involved with Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom. Though this is a mere speculation for now, here’s how it’ll possibly pan out if it actually happens.
Scarlet Witch And Doctor Doom Are A Couple In The Comics
The news of Scarlet Witch and Doctor Doom’s relationship has come as a surprise to many fans. While the characters have never interacted in the MCU before, their pairing in the comics has been in the public domain, though a longstanding source of intrigue and controversy.
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In the comic book series ‘Avengers: The Children’s Crusade’, Scarlet Witch and Doctor Doom form a romantic relationship after Wanda loses her memory. While their love seemed genuine, their relationship was ultimately ‘doomed’ due to Doom’s ambition and Wanda’s powerful abilities. Moreover, TheComicCircus also reported that Wanda would be called ‘Baroness’ in the upcoming films, which can further lead to another twist.
The MCU’s version of Scarlet Witch and Doctor Doom is expected to be different from their comic book counterparts. However, the pairing does offer several exciting possibilities. The rumors suggest that Doctor Doom will use Scarlet Witch’s abilities to reshape and traverse the Multiverse.
Robert Downey Jr.’s Casting As Doctor Doom Was Done To Increase Hype Around The Upcoming ‘Avengers’ Films
According to industry insider Daniel Richtman, the decision to recast Kang was not solely due to Jonathan Majors‘ personal issues. Richtman claims that Marvel Studios realized there wasn’t enough hype surrounding the character. So, they decided to make a bold casting choice to generate excitement.
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By casting Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom, Marvel hoped to draw in a wider audience for the upcoming films. “When they were looking to recast the role they realized there wasn’t much hype around the character so they went with a gimmick casting of Downey as Doom to get people excited for the Avengers,” Daniel wrote.
While the decision to recast Kang may have been influenced by various factors, it’s clear that Marvel Studios was aiming to make a statement. The news of Robert Downey Jr.’s casting as the infamous Dr. Doom was enough to excite fans and spark debates. Moreover, the choice to pair Doctor Doom with Scarlet Witch further adds to the intrigue of these highly anticipated films.
