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Scarlett Johansson is circling a role in the highly anticipated sequel, and while details about her role are under wraps, rumors claim that she’s going to show off a new side of herself by playing a villain. That’s going to be a nice change of pace for both Johansson and the audience because, by the end of her run in the MCU, Black Widow is arguably Earth’s mightiest hero. Her character competes with one other Avenger for the title, and it just so happens that their actor is also an excellent fit for what Reeves is cooking.
The Batman Part II Should Reunite Two of the Original Avengers
Black Widow and Hawkeye are two peas in the MCU, and for good reason. S.H.I.E.L.D. tasks Clint Barton with hunting down Natasha Romanoff, and while he finds her, he’s unable to pull the trigger. That moment of mercy lays the groundwork for a great friendship, with the two agents always having each other’s backs in the field and keeping secrets under wraps. By Phase 2, though, Clint is constantly trying to retire, which leaves Natasha in need of a new partner in crime. She turns to Captain America, who has trouble trusting her at first, but taking down HYDRA together smooths things over.
When the Sokovia Accords come knocking, it’s fair to say that Natasha is Steve Rogers’ best friend outside of Sam Wilson, being a shoulder for him to cry on when Peggy Carter dies. Their bond only grows after they go on the run together and survive the events of Avengers: Infinity War. While Steve isn’t there when Natasha sacrifices herself in Avengers: Endgame, her death hits him hard, opening the door for Chris Evans to deliver an emotional performance as he says goodbye to his dear friend. Fortunately, goodbyes don’t have to be forever, as Reeves now has a chance to build on what the MCU did by bringing Johansson and Evans back together.
