Agatha All Along: The Fate of Tommy Maximoff Explained

Alert! This article contains spoilers for Episode 6 of Agatha All Along.

Essential Insights

Billy Maximoff’s essence lives on in William Kaplan, and he is eager to reunite with Tommy Maximoff.
Tommy Maximoff’s essence might have transferred into Thomas Shepherd’s physical form.
There is a possibility that Billy could encounter his brother Tommy at the terminus of the Witches’ Road, hinting at a potential Young Avengers assembly in the MCU.

The series Agatha All Along reintroduces Billy Maximoff into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, now depicted as a teenager by Joe Locke. However, since Billy is just one of Wanda’s children introduced in WandaVision, what has happened to Tommy Maximoff in the MCU?

In WandaVision, Wanda Maximoff employed her formidable magical abilities to craft an idyllic life that included resurrecting Vision and creating two sons, Billy and Tommy. By the series finale, Wanda realized that her hex was impacting the citizens of Westview against their wishes and subsequently ended it, resulting in the apparent disappearance of her children. However, Episode 6 of Agatha All Along disclosed that Billy Maximoff’s essence continued on through the teenage character William Kaplan, also known as “Teen”throughout the show. Does this imply that Tommy Maximoff also remains alive?

What are Billy Maximoff’s Aspirations for the Witches’ Road?

Upon discovering his true nature, Billy Maximoff takes the initiative to break Agatha Harkness out of Wanda’s enchantment in Westview and implores her to guide him along the mythical Witches’ Road. This path is rumored to grant individuals their deepest desires, and as the only known individual to survive it, Agatha is Billy’s chosen companion. For a significant span of Agatha All Along, Billy’s identity was obscured by a sigil from Lilia Calderu, which rendered him unable to reveal his true name to the witches. This enchantment was finally dispelled in Episode 6, allowing him to unveil his powers and identity.

Although Billy has grown wary of Agatha, they choose to proceed on their journey down the road to pursue their goals. What does Billy intend to achieve on this path? Is he seeking to revive his mother or to reconstruct his father? No, Billy confides in Agatha that his sole desire is to reconnect with his lost twin, Tommy Maximoff. Despite knowing that his mother Wanda is no longer alive and that Vision has been dismantled, he is uncertain about Tommy’s fate and wishes to reunite with him above all else.

Where is Tommy Maximoff Currently in the MCU?

Full Name	Thomas “Tommy”Shepherd
Codename	Speed
Creators	Allan Heinberg and Jim Cheung
First Appearance	Young Avengers #10 (March 2006)
Powers	Supersonic speed, molecular acceleration, superhuman strength and agility

Tommy Maximoff was featured as one of Wanda’s rapidly aging offspring in WandaVision. Throughout much of the series, he was depicted as a spirited youth (portrayed by Jett Klyne) who had inherited his uncle Pietro’s super-speed abilities (also known as Quicksilver). This portrayal aligns with his comic book origins, where he ultimately takes on the mantle of Speed as a Young Avenger. Considering how closely Billy’s storyline in Agatha All Along parallels his comic origins, it stands to reason that Marvel might follow a similar trajectory for Tommy Maximoff.

In the comics, Tommy Maximoff’s essence is transferred into Thomas Shepherd’s body. Residing in Springfield, New Jersey, he endures a tumultuous upbringing marked by recurring stints in juvenile detention. At one point, Tommy inadvertently uses his powers to demolish his school, resulting in his imprisonment in a high-security facility for superhumans. While incarcerated, his brother Wiccan and other Young Avengers locate him via the Avengers Fail-Safe program, which Iron Lad employed to bring together their team. After securing Tommy’s release, the brothers come to realize their twin connection and forge their bond anew.

Are the Young Avengers Making an Appearance?

America part of the Young Avengers alongside Hulkling, Kate Bishop, Loki, Speed, and Wiccan

Presently, Tommy Maximoff’s status in the MCU remains ambiguous. Nonetheless, it is plausible that, similar to Billy, Tommy’s essence has transitioned into another teenager’s form, likely that of Thomas Shepherd. Given the direction that Agatha All Along is taking, it appears likely that Billy might uncover his brother’s whereabouts by the conclusion of this narrative. If the storyline adheres to comic continuity, he may need to rescue his twin from behind bars.

Considering the limited runtime left in Agatha All Along, it seems improbable that the narrative surrounding Billy and Tommy will reach a satisfactory conclusion within the final three episodes. However, this does not eliminate the twins from emerging in future Marvel initiatives. The ending of Agatha All Along could serve as a stepping stone towards a Young Avengers formation. Several potential team members, including Kate Bishop, Kamala Khan, Cassie Lang, and Riri Williams, have already been featured in recent MCU installments. Kate Bishop and Kamala Khan even crossed paths in the post-credits scene for the upcoming The Marvels, hinting at their intention to create a new team, likely culminating in the Young Avengers.

In the comics, Billy relies on the Young Avengers to assist in rescuing his twin, potentially framing this as their inaugural mission once they debut on screen in the MCU. While no new actor for Tommy Maximoff has been confirmed, it is possible that a revelation regarding his character may arise as we approach the conclusion of Agatha All Along.

Agatha All Along Episodes 1-6 are available for streaming on Disney+.

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