Scarlet Witch-Marvel controversy explained!

If the rumors are true and Marvel is indeed working on a standalone Scarlet Witch movie, fans know exactly who should lead it: Jac Schaeffer. This showrunner and creative mind behind WandaVision and Agatha All Along is widely praised among fans for her deep understanding of Wanda Maximoff and the complex, magical world she inhabits—now affectionately known as the “Wandaverse.”

Since its release in 2021, WandaVision has been hailed as one of Marvel’s top TV shows, blending emotional depth with inventive storytelling. Schaeffer’s follow-up, Agatha All Along, has only added to that reputation. The latest episode struck a similar emotional chord, further proving that Schaeffer has the insight and vision to bring a Scarlet Witch film to life. “Marvel needs to hand over all creative decisions to Jac Schaeffer. Nobody else is doing it like her,” one fan wrote, capturing the sentiments of many who see her as the perfect match for this character’s journey.

Schaeffer’s expertise with magic-themed storytelling shines in Agatha All Along. Building on themes introduced in WandaVision and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, she has crafted a layered portrayal of witchcraft in the MCU, introducing complex lore while handling it with care and nuance. The witches in Agatha’s world each face personal battles linked to their powers, growing through both their strengths and dark sides as they walk the mystical “Witches’ Road.” Through this journey, Schaeffer has explored not just the characters’ magical talents but their human experiences, a quality Marvel fans feel has been missing in recent MCU entries.

Online, praise for Schaeffer’s latest work is abundant. “Her direction was impeccable,” one user posted, while another highlighted her storytelling skills, noting how Schaeffer’s writing beautifully tied together various premonitions and magical elements.

Excitement for a Scarlet Witch film rose after a recent Production Weekly listing mentioned a film centered on Wanda, tentatively set for a 2026 status. The same report noted Jac Schaeffer and writer Megan McDonnell are working on the project, with Elizabeth Olsen expected to return as Wanda. WandaVision and Agatha All Along fans are eager to see Wanda back, hoping she’ll appear in the final episodes of Agatha All Along on Disney+ this October, potentially reuniting with her son and continuing her journey down the Witches’ Road.