Paul Bettany has unequivocally confirmed his reprisal of the role of Vision within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Bettany’s most recent portrayal of Vision transpired in the Disney+ series WandaVision. Towards the conclusion of the series, a distinct iteration of the character, identified as White Vision, embarked on a solitary journey to an undisclosed destination. The anticipation surrounding the character’s return for the reported Vision Quest series by Marvel Studios prompted Bettany to address his future involvement in the MCU.

Speaking at a panel during MegaCon 2024 (as reported by The Direct), Bettany divulged his return as Vision. The denouement of WandaVision positioned the actor to delve into the narrative of how White Vision navigates his existence, cognizant of his deviation from the original MCU character and grappling with the complexities of his memories. Bettany’s affirmation regarding Vision’s MCU trajectory ensures the exploration of this storyline.

In response to a fan inquiry during the panel:

Fan: “In any way, shape, or form, will Vision return? Or are you going to return to the MCU?”

Bettany: “[After a thoughtful pause] Well, yeah… I mean, why wouldn’t I? Yes, 100%.”

The Vision Quest series is slated to feature Bettany’s return as White Vision. Speculation has circulated that the series will incorporate characters from the MCU’s Young Avengers, a narrative arc Marvel has been methodically establishing across various films and series, including WandaVision. The prospect of witnessing White Vision navigate his identity, harmonizing his programming with the original Vision’s memories while overseeing the Young Avengers, augurs well for an engaging series.

Although Bettany is set to headline Vision Quest, it is not the exclusive MCU project wherein White Vision might make an appearance. There is speculation that the character could make a preliminary return in a minor role within “Agatha: Darkhold Diaries.” This series, interlinked with WandaVision through Kathryn Hahn’s portrayal of Agatha Harkness, and the rumored inclusion of Joe Locke as an older version of Wanda and Vision’s son, Billy, suggests Bettany’s potential involvement.

Considering the MCU’s congested timetable and the setbacks resulting from the 2023 Hollywood strikes, Bettany might also reprise his role as White Vision in a collaborative film. “Avengers: The Kang Dynasty” is posited as a potential inclusion for the character, with Vision making a brief appearance that segues into the Vision Quest narrative and a subsequent return in “Avengers: Secret Wars.” With no official details confirmed for Vision Quest, the trajectory of Bettany’s Vision in the MCU remains to be unveiled.