There is so much discussion and speculation happening over what was revealed in theDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madnesstrailer.After so many MCU installments, it’s hard to keep track of everything that is happening. Something that fans have been wondering what is Wanda’s role, what major villain will be introduced, and was that really “evil” Dr. Strange?
While we don’t have all the answers, we can take a closer examination of the trailer and see just what, and who might appear in the new Doctor Strange movie. And many fans are wondering how this film fits into theMarvel Cinematic Universe. All we can do now is dive into the rumors and see if they’re true.
Possible TVA Crossover
There is a brief scene in theMultiverse of Madnesstrailer where we see Wanda’s hand fill with a magic red orb and behind her is a pillar of golden light in a similar shape to a time door from theDisney+showLoki. It’s possible because the timeline has been shifted, we will see a member of the TVA withinThe Multiverse of Madness.
There is alreadya season 2 ofLokiin the works, so it may not be Loki himself, but one of the many Time-Variant cops or employees may make a cameo. This may be highly speculative, but it’s possible Kang the Conqueror has contributed to the collapse of the Multiverse.
Time Plays a Different Role
In the opening shot of the trailer, we see Steven Strange’s broken watch from the first movie. He has kept it all these years most likely to indicate that time now has shifted.
We can fully expect that time is going to be altered and changed inThe Multiverse of Madnessand most likely it will be permanent. However, we don’t know exactly what that entails, but the effects may be visible in future Marvel projects.
Christine is Getting Married
There is a moment in the trailer where we see Christine (Rachel McAdams) walking down the aisle in a wedding dress. She is not walking toward Steven, but past him, which indicates she may be getting married to a different person.
How this plays into the plot of the film is still not known, but it could be an alternate universe that Dr. Strange is witnessing. It could also be that Christine has moved on, because Steven has been off saving the world, and inadvertently destroying it.
Wanda Has Answers
In the end credit scene ofWandaVisiononDisney+, we see Wanda using her powers to search alternate dimensions for her children. This may be a hint as to why Strange needs her help in understanding the Multiverse.
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Wanda knows something deeper about the multiverse and Dr. Strange has probably seen it as well. Wanda will most likely play an important role in why time has been altered.
A Cosmic Being Will Appear
One of the most powerful beings in the universe, Shuma-Gorath can be spotted throwing a bus at Dr. Strange in the trailer. The creature is a giant, one-eyed tentacle monster from another dimension, most likely coming to terrorize New York in search of a way to control the multiverse.
These rumors are not yet confirmed, and the tentacle monster could possibly be a different terror that Marvel is using to wreak havoc on the people of New York. Even so, it seems Dr. Strange will be battling many villains in this film.
America Chavez Will Debut
We get a quick glimpse of America Chavez, who will be played byXochitl Gomez, in the trailer, and it’s only of her back as she walks into a dilapidated room. However, it’s highly likely to be America Chavez based on her classic denim jacket with a large white star on the back. In the comics, America Chavez is hunted down by Shuma-Gorath for her time shifting abilities, and may be why the two of them are revealed in the trailer.
America Chavez is originally part of the Young Avengers and has the ability to break open holes in reality. We have been introduced to otherYoung Avengers from Marvel’s Disney+ shows,Lokiwith Kid Loki, andHawkeyewith Kate Bishop. Marvel definitely has a plan to unite all these characters at some point.
Wong Is Sorcerer Supreme
It’s revealed inSpider-Man: No Way Homethat Wong has become the Sorcerer Supreme after half the population, including Strange, was snapped out of existence. We will most likely see him in this role in theMultiverse of Madness.
He is wearing a new costume with a unique red and gold trim, which may indicate his higher status, but may also beSam Raimi’s was of indicating that he has just learned more and is a more powerful sorcerer. He has also been seen wielding a new sword, which may be an important piece to his new position as Sorcerer Supreme.
The Universe is Falling Apart
There is a scene at the beginning of the trailer where Steven Strange walks out of an alleyway to reveal that the city is collapsing. We will most likely be seeing multiple versions of New York in this film, but the original one may be in serious trouble.
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From the events of No Way Home when Peter Parker asked Strange to wipe everyone’s memory, we may be seeing the effects of that spell in this scene.
Mordo returns
Baron Mordo makes his return, and he also dawns a new look. He seems to have gained some power and knowledge and is ready to come back fighting.
Mordo’s new style may indicate that he plays a larger role among the wizards in the sanctum. In the trailer, he seems to have learned a few new moves and is more confident in his abilities. It will be interesting to see how his character arc has progressed in this new movie.
Evil Dr. Strange
The biggest reveal so far has been the appearance of evil Dr. Strange. There is so much intrigue as to who he is and why he seems so dark and sinister.
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In an episode of the animated seriesWhat If…?onDisney+, we are introduced to an eviler, malevolent Dr. Strange, and fans are speculating that this might allude to the Strange we see in the trailer ofMultiverse of Madness.
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