Popularly known for her portrayal as Wanda Maximoff, a.k.a Scarlet Witch in Marvel Cinematic Universe, Elizabeth Olsen established herself in the Hollywood industry as the face of the MCU film franchise. Throughout her acting career, Olsen has appeared in several Marvel films and is often remembered for her association with Marvel films. She joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe in “Avengers: Age of Ultron,” playing Wanda Maximoff/Scarlet Witch. After appearing in the post-credits scene of “Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” she went on to co-star in “Captain America: Civil War,” “Avengers: Infinity War,” “Avengers: Endgame” and “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.” She reprised her role in the television miniseries “Wandavision” and earned an Emmy and Golden Globe nomination for her performance.
Undoubtedly, the character of Wanda Vision has significantly contributed to uplifting Olsen’s cinematic journey, but she is way more than just a character.
Elizabeth Olsen’s cinematic journey apart from Marvel films
Elizabeth Olsen turns 35, and to date, she has delivered several incredible performances that make her an integral part of the film industry. Many are aware of her role as Scarlet Witch in the MCU films, but very few know that Olsen started her career at the very early age of four. She starred alongside her sisters, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. Right from her debut role in the thriller Martha Marcy May Marlene in 2011, she proved her potential as a promising actress and was nominated for a Critics’ Choice Movie Award.
Following her debut, Olsen proved her versatility by opting for various genre movies. She appeared in the horror film Silent House, which garnered her “rave reviews.” She also starred in the thriller Red Lights and the comedy Liberal Arts.
In 2013, her talent was recognized as she garnered a nomination for the BAFTA Rising Star Award at the 66th British Academy Film Awards. Olsen went on to appear in various films, including Kill Your Darlings, Oldboy, In Secret, Godzilla, and many more. It was 2015 when she made her Marvel debut with Avengers: Age of Ultron and brought the comic book character Wanda Maximoff / Scarlet Witch to life.
Elizabeth Olsen’s journey after Marvel films
When her character of Wanda Vision saw its end in the Marvel franchise, Olsen returned to portraying relatable human characters. Subsequently, she starred as housewife Candy Montgomery in Love and Death, an HBO Max limited series about a 1980 killing in Texas. Her performance received a nomination for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Miniseries or Television Film.
Currently, the actress is in the news for her upcoming film Love Child. Directed by Todd Solondz, the film will star Olsen alongside Charles Melton.
