Aubrey Plaza Discusses Role as Death in Marvel’s ‘Agatha All Along’

Aubrey Plaza has recently ignited excitement among Marvel fans by discussing her role as Death in the Disney+ series, «Agatha All Along.» The series, which acts as a continuation of «WandaVision,» has introduced several multifaceted characters, including Plaza’s portrayal of Death, adding depth to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

In a candid reflection during «Marvel Studios’ Assembled: The Making of Agatha All Along,» Plaza shared insights on her portrayal of Death, a character traditionally known in comics as a cosmic entity guiding souls to the afterlife. She noted, «The complexity of Death is what drew me to the role. It allowed me to explore multiple dimensions of a character—something rare in film and TV.»

Plaza’s performance as Death has been celebrated for its layered approach, combining a cosmic neutrality with a touch of vulnerability, bringing a new dimension to the character often depicted as purely menacing. Many believe that her portrayal sets the stage for Death to make future appearances in the MCU.

The character of Death has significant links to Marvel’s broader universe. In the comics, Death is a figure of obsession for Thanos, which has driven much of his quest for power. Although Thanos’ storyline concluded with «Avengers: Endgame,» many fans speculate that Death’s role could be revisited in future MCU narratives, potentially influencing other storylines.

«Agatha All Along,» led by Kathryn Hahn as Agatha Harkness, explores the mystical realm and picks up on plot threads from «WandaVision.» The show dives into the morally ambiguous nature of its characters, reflecting the MCU’s ongoing theme of exploring shades of gray in superhero narratives.

Looking ahead, Marvel’s Multiverse Saga could further explore Death’s character. The multiverse provides an avenue for characters like Death to interact across various storylines, showcasing her neutral position in the cosmic order. Death’s inclusion would enrich storylines tied to themes of mortality and cosmic balance.

Speculation about Death’s return spans both animated and live-action formats. Animation series like «What If…?» and «Marvel Zombies» could incorporate her character, as both delve into alternate realities where her presence would be fitting. Live-action ventures, notably «Blade,» also present a ripe opportunity given the character’s thematic ties to life, death, and the supernatural.

As Marvel continues to expand its universe on screen, the inclusion of characters like Death, portrayed with depth by Plaza, signals the franchise’s commitment to complex storytelling and character development.