James Spader, the Emmy-winning actor who gave life to one of the most iconic villains in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is set to return as the voice of Ultron in Marvel’s upcoming Vision series.
This news has sparked excitement among fans, especially those who have longed to see Ultron’s story continue since his last appearance in Avengers: Age of Ultron.
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The Return of Ultron: What We Know So Far
James Spader first brought Ultron to life in 2015’s Avengers: Age of Ultron, where the sentient AI, created by Tony Stark, turned against humanity in a bid to wipe out all life on Earth.
Though Ultron was seemingly destroyed at the end of the movie, his return in the untitled Vision series has left many fans curious about how Marvel will bring him back and what role he will play in Vision’s journey.
The new series, unofficially dubbed Vision Quest, is a follow-up to the critically acclaimed WandaVision and will focus on White Vision’s search for his purpose.
Vision, played by Paul Bettany, was last seen in WandaVision, where he was reassembled with a ghostly white appearance, following his tragic destruction at the hands of Thanos in Avengers: Infinity War.
With Terry Matalas, the showrunner of Star Trek: Picard, leading the project, there’s a lot of anticipation about how this story will unfold.
Fan Reactions to the Second Chance for Ultron
Ultron’s original appearance in Avengers: Age of Ultron was met with mixed reactions. While many fans were thrilled by the idea of Ultron being the Avengers’ greatest nemesis, some felt that the character didn’t quite live up to his potential.
As one fan put it, “Ultron was THE Avengers villain for me growing up, but they kinda fumbled him imo so maybe they can redeem him?”
“Ultron is the Avengers’ greatest nemesis in the comics, but they kinda made him a footnote in the MCU,” another fan commented, expressing a sentiment that many share.
However, the news of Spader’s return has reignited hope that Ultron might finally get the spotlight he deserves.
“Awesome. The original rumor was that Ultron was gonna be in Armor Wars, but I prefer this cuz he actually has a relationship with Vision as opposed to Rhodey. Their scene in the woods at the end of Age of Ultron where they discuss humanity is one of my favorite MCU scenes,” one fan noted, highlighting the unique dynamic between Vision and Ultron that could be further explored in the new series.
What’s Next for Ultron and Vision?
With Ultron making his return, fans are eager to see how his relationship with Vision will evolve.
In Age of Ultron, the two shared a deep and philosophical conversation about humanity, showing that despite their differences, they had a unique connection.
This connection could be a major focus in the upcoming series, especially as the white Vision searches for his identity and purpose.
While it’s still unclear how Ultron will be reintroduced into the MCU, one thing is certain: James Spader’s return is a major win for Marvel fans.
His chilling performance as Ultron left a lasting impression, and the possibility of seeing Ultron rise again, potentially more dangerous than ever, is sure to keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
The Vision series is moving closer to production, with filming expected to start in England in early 2025.