In their recent film The Electric State, the Russo brothers have included an intriguing nod that has sparked speculation among fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. During a scene, a robot can be seen reading an issue of the comic Avengers West Coast, specifically issue 56, where the phrase “the witch is back” stands out, which could hint at the return of the Scarlet Witch in future Marvel projects.
A nod to their next two movies
The directors, known for their work on Avengers: Endgame, are currently working on two highly anticipated films: Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars. These projects have heightened speculation about possible connections with Scarlet Witch, a character portrayed by Elizabeth Olsen. Since her apparent death in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, fans have been eager for her return, especially since she does not appear in the recent series Agatha All Along.
The comic that the robot is reading features Scarlet Witch switching sides and having conflicts with other heroes, which could reflect a similar change in the MCU narrative. This situation becomes even more complicated when considering that in the mentioned story, the villain Doctor Doom plays a crucial role, suggesting that there could be more cross-references between the comic stories and the movies that the Russos are about to develop.
The Russo brothers are experts at leaving subtle hints for fans, and the details in The Electric State don’t seem to be an exception. While there are no official confirmations about the return of Scarlet Witch, there may be reasons to think that the nod was intentional and could pave the way for an exciting reappearance of this popular character. “The witch has returned” may not just be a simple Easter egg, but a statement of intent for the future of the MCU.
