Kathryn Hahn, the star of “Agatha All Along,” recently hosted Jimmy Kimmel Live! and delivered a delightful musical recap of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Her performance was both entertaining and informative, providing a humorous yet accurate summary of the MCU’s complex history.
One of the standout moments from her song included the lines, “Thanos snapped his fingers causing half of all the world to die, Tony Stark he bit the dust, then every single grown man cried, they fought at an air-o-port, that Ant-Man guy is really short, Iron Man he went and died, which made a bunch of virgins cry.” While some fans might take offense at the playful jabs, most will likely appreciate the humor.
During the show, Hahn also interviewed her “Agatha All Along” co-star Joe Locke, who discussed his enigmatic role in the upcoming series. A shortened version of the recent trailer, which aired during the interview, revealed new scenes from the series. In one intriguing moment, Locke’s character, an unnamed Teen, says, “The Road will give you the thing you want the most if you make it to the end.” This line has sparked speculation that he might be seeking to find his mother, the Scarlet Witch, potentially hinting at her resurrection.
“Agatha All Along” centers on Kathryn Hahn’s character, Agatha Harkness, from the acclaimed Marvel Studios series “WandaVision.” The show follows Agatha as she embarks on a perilous and mysterious journey filled with challenges. Jac Schaeffer, the creative force behind “WandaVision,” directs the pilot episode.
In the series, Agatha Harkness finds herself powerless after a suspicious goth Teen helps break her free from a distorted spell. Her curiosity is piqued when the Teen pleads with her to take him on the legendary Witches’ Road, a magical gauntlet of trials that promises to reward a witch with what they’re missing if they survive. Together, Agatha and the mysterious Teen form a desperate coven and set off on their journey down The Road.
The cast of “Agatha All Along” includes Joe Locke, Sasheer Zamata, Ali Ahn, Maria Dizzia, Paul Adelstein, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, Okwui Okpokwasili, Debra Jo Rupp, Patti LuPone, and Aubrey Plaza. The executive producers are Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Brad Winderbaum, Mary Livanos, and Jac Schaeffer. The series is directed by Jac Schaeffer, Rachel Goldberg, and Gandja Montiero.
“Agatha All Along” is set to premiere on September 18 at 6pm PT/9pm ET, with the first two episodes available exclusively on Disney+.
The series promises to delve deeper into the character of Agatha Harkness, exploring her motivations and the challenges she faces. According to Jac Schaeffer, the show will feature a “disparate, mixed bag of witches,” including Patti LuPone’s Lilia, Sasheer Zamata’s Jennifer, Debra Jo Rupp’s Sharon, and Ali Ahn’s Alice. These characters are described as “covenless witches,” each with their own unique traits and backgrounds.
Schaeffer explains that the series will play with the traditional assumptions about witches, offering a fresh perspective on the characters. “Witches are defined by deception, treachery, villainy, and selfishness. What do you do when you have a group of witches who [demonstrate] those notions and you need them to work together?” she asks. The show aims to present a multi-dimensional portrayal of witches, with moments that reveal Agatha’s true heart.
A new still from “Agatha All Along” has been released, showcasing the title character’s new allies. The series will also feature the return of many familiar faces from “WandaVision,” including Emma Caulfield Ford (Sarah Proctor), Debra Jo Rupp (Sharon Davis), David Payton (John Collins), David Lengel (Harold Proctor), Asif Ali (Abilash Tandon), Amos Glick (Dennis), Brian Brightman (Sheriff Miller), and Kate Forbes (Evanora Harkness).
Kathryn Hahn will lead the ensemble cast, with other noteworthy additions including Aubrey Plaza, Joe Locke, Patti LuPone, Sasheer Zamata, Ali Ahn, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, Okwui Okpokwasili, and Maria Dizzia.
While official plot details remain scarce, it is expected that the series will revolve around Agatha’s quest to track down Billy Maximoff (or vice versa), who, like his comic book counterpart, has been “reincarnated” as Billy Kaplan. Various sources have also suggested that the story will feature the descendants of Evanora Harkness’ coven, now known as the Salem Seven, seeking revenge on Agatha for killing their mothers.
“Agatha All Along” is shaping up to be an exciting addition to the MCU, offering fans a deeper look into the world of witches and magic. With a talented cast and creative team behind it, the series is sure to captivate audiences when it premieres on Disney+ this September.
Source: ComicBookMovie.com
