‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Ticket Sales Reportedly Surge After Scarlet Witch’s Surprise ‘VisionQuest’ Return

Marvel knows how to time a surprise. A single post-credits scene can turn a quiet corner of the MCU into the center of the fandom conversation. That appears to be what happened when a long-awaited character reappeared just weeks before ‘Avengers: Doomsday‘ hits theaters.

The scene in question comes from the finale of ‘VisionQuest.’ The coda shows Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom lifting the rubble off Wanda and addressing her. “Scarlet Witch, awaken — your power will be mine,” Doom says, as Wanda gasps and opens her eyes.

For fans of Elizabeth Olsen’s character, the moment was a long time coming. Wanda lovers had been waiting for her resurrection ever since ‘Multiverse of Madness’ released in 2022. The finale’s post-credits scene came 4 years after her apparent death.

The tease also confirmed what many had suspected. It confirms fan speculation that Wanda would return as the Avengers face off against Doom in ‘Avengers: Doomsday.’ Details of her role haven’t been confirmed, and Marvel hasn’t said how she factors into the story.

‘AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY’ sold 60K+ tickets for Thursday night domestic previews alone following the Scarlet Witch’s return. Ticket sales also increased significantly in other countries. (via: https://t.co/WU1umlEsNw) https://t.co/kvh62QVa6y

— Avengers Updates (@AvengersUpdated) November 12, 2026

Now there are signs the reveal may be moving tickets. According to a post circulating on a box office forum, ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ sold more than 60,000 tickets for its Thursday night domestic previews following the Scarlet Witch’s return. The same post says sales also increased significantly in other countries.

That figure should be treated with caution. It comes from an unofficial tracker discussion, not from Disney or Marvel, and neither has confirmed it. Still, it fits a pattern of strong early demand for the film.

Marvel has been selling tickets for months. The trailer launch marked the beginning of the theatrical rollout, with the first tickets going on sale exclusively for Infinity Vision, Disney’s new large-screen format. The film racked up $16.5 million after the first day of availability, and the first trailer was viewed 503 million times in 24 hours.

The numbers have kept climbing since. Disney said the film had $50 million in US presales three months out. A Forbes report on October 31 put worldwide presales past $125 million, though that is a media tracker figure and not a Disney number.

The film’s opening comes with a unique complication. “Dunesday” is the nickname for the same-day debuts of ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ and ‘Dune 3,’ which should result in one of the biggest collective weekends in box office history. That makes early ticket sales especially important for gauging how the two films will split the audience.

Tracking numbers for the opening are already enormous. One tracker compilation noted a $400 million opening was “in play” per Boxoffice Pro. It’s too early to say whether that will hold, and presales have not yet passed ‘Avengers: Endgame’ domestic presales, according to the same tracker.

He used to be different. Avengers: Doomsday arrives in theaters everywhere December 18. Get your tickets now: https://t.co/J5PUbxvAkc https://t.co/OUutSMZneq

— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) August 15, 2026

The big question is where Wanda lands in the story. CBR argues that the tag implies she will return, most likely at Doom’s side. Game Rant goes further, saying she won’t be on the Avengers’ side, though that is an interpretation of the scene and not an announcement.

That uncertainty is part of the appeal. A character this powerful could swing the balance of the story either way. It also raises the stakes for a movie that already features returning heroes and a large cast.

Wanda’s reappearance adds to an already crowded lineup. Other heroes making a comeback include Chris Evans’ Steve Rogers, Chris Hemsworth’s Thor and the original X-Men: Patrick Stewart’s Professor X, Ian McKellen’s Magneto and James Marsden’s Cyclops. Marvel has also confirmed that Patrick Stewart’s final onscreen performance is in ‘Avengers: Doomsday.’

With a lineup this large, every new reveal changes the conversation. The ‘VisionQuest’ tease shows that Marvel still has surprises in reserve, and fans are clearly responding.

The film arrives in theaters on December 18, and Thursday previews are expected the night before in many markets. Between now and then, expect more updates on presales and more speculation about how Wanda fits into the story. Whether the early momentum holds will become clearer as the release date gets closer.

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