The Doctor Strange writer reveals Charlize Theron's future participation in the MCU
Key Takeaways:
- The next Marvel picture, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, is off to a strong start at the box office.
- Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is part of the MCU's fourth phase, directed by Sam Raimi.
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, the next Marvel film, is off to a solid start at the box office. Fans and critics alike have praised Benedict Cumberbatch and Elizabeth Olsen's film. The film's star-studded cameos have piqued the interest of viewers.
The mid-credits scene features one of the most surprising cameos in the movie. When Charlize Theron appears as a strange character, she transports a stunned Strange to the dark dimension.
Although the woman did not introduce herself, fans quickly deduced that she was Clea, a sorceress who appeared in the comics alongside Doctor Strange. Charlize confirmed this a few days later when she posted photos of the character on Instagram with "Meet Clea."
The film's screenwriter, Michael Waldron, disclosed to Vanity Fair that Charlize had been cast in the movie even before the finale had been decided. "I believe Charlize was cast before we even knew what we would do."
Then we decided on the third eye-opening, Strange's bill coming due, and you have your Sleepaway Camp-esque ending—the oh-my-God finish," he explained.
Clea has been Strange's protégé and subsequently loves interest in the comics. Many fans believe her presence in the MCU will pave the path for a romantic relationship between the two characters.
Given that Strange's MCU love interest Christine Palmer (Rachel McAdams), is now wedded to someone else, this makes more sense (at least in one universe).
"I was happy to debut her as Clea," Michael said of Clea's future in Strange's life and the MCU. For a long time, Clea has been Strange's comic book counterpart. She's a fantastic sorceress. She's also his great love and, at one point, his wife.
We had to finish his story with Christine Palmer, played by Rachel McAdams, first, and Strange comes away with this insight at the end. He has overcome his fears and is no longer afraid to love or be loved by others. I believe it is the ideal mental state for him to eventually meet Clea, who will be a pivotal person in his life moving ahead."
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Doctor Strange, directed by Sam Raimi, is part of the MCU's fourth phase. The movie was released in cinemas on May 6 and has grossed over half a billion dollars worldwide.