When WandaVision debuts later this year, the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) will hit television sets in ways it never has before. While ABC and Netflix each had shows that took place in the MCU, it was always somewhat indirect. Wandavision will be the first show based on the superheroes we already know from the movies. One familiar face in the trailer, Katherine Hahn, has people wondering what her role is in the ambitious project.
What is ‘WandaVision’?
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Those privy to the events in the MCU know WandaVision’s titular characters, Wanda and Vision, from their appearances throughout the MCU’s history. Vision debuted as JARVIS, Tony Stark’s digital assistant run by artificial intelligence. At the time, JARVIS didn’t have a physical form but helped Stark run his fleet of Iron suits and do what needed to be done to win his battles.
As Stark and the Avengers faced Ultron in the second Avengers movie, they did the unthinkable and used his AI interface to make Vision, a living, breathing, synthetic human-being who harnessed the power of the infamous Mind Stone. During the same movie where JARVIS became Vision, fans were introduced to Wanda — also known as Scarlet Witch. She had psychic powers that could stop even the strongest heroes in her path.
The pair did not become an item right away. However, after Wanda was kept in quarantine with Vision acting as her security, the couple became more than friends and co-workers. They became an item.
By the time Infinity War came along, the pair was trying to live a low-key life. After Thanos threatened the entire universe, however, everything was off. Vision was killed, as Thanos stole the mind stone from his physical form right in front of Wanda.
As of Endgame, Vision appeared to be dead for good, and Wanda was left grieving her late partner. However, with WandaVision on the verge of its premiere, it would appear the character lives in some way, shape, or form.
Yet, another character from the trailer has people wondering if another character from the comics is about to make her grand debut thanks to Kathryn Hahn.
Who is Kathryn Hahn?
Hahn has been a Hollywood staple for several years. Most notable for. Her work in several comedies, Hahn became a household name based on her ability to make people laugh. With roles in hit films like How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, Win a Date with Tad Hamilton, and Anchorman, Hahn made people laugh across several hit films.
Hahn has been involved with several hit films and TV series since taking off. From an arc in Girls to her appearances on Parks and Recreation and the hit Bad Moms films, Hahn was often a secondary character who stole the show, regardless. However, her most prominent television role came in the award-winning Transparent, in which she played Racquel Fein.
With a prominent role in WandaVision coming up, however, Hahn may soon grow even bigger.
Who is Hahn playing?
Not much is known about Hahn’s WandaVision character Agnes, but some believe they already have her figured out. Dais Johnston posited that Agnes, presented in the trailers as a nosy neighbor, might actually be a Marvel character in her own right.
Agatha Harkness debuted in an issue of the Fantastic Four series in 1974. She is a witch who often uses powers of deception to get her way while hiding in plain sight.
This type of character would be perfect for the Marvel Universe, as Agnes turns into something of a mentor to Scarlet Witch. These claims might be supported by some set photos showing Hahn being burnt at stake, as Agnes suffered a similar fate in the comics.
However, until the show’s release confirms it, this speculation will have to do. The show is set to premiere in December of 2020.