Mephisto’s MCU Debut: What Fans Can Expect in 2025 and Beyond

Marvel fans have long awaited the arrival of Mephisto, one of the most powerful villains from the comics, and after years of speculation, his MCU debut seems closer than ever. With Marvel Studios’ Agatha All Along on Disney+ providing a crucial namedrop, and the highly anticipated Ironheart series slated for 2025, Mephisto’s future in the MCU looks promising.

The seeds of Mephisto’s MCU debut were planted during WandaVision, where devilish imagery and references left many fans speculating about his involvement. However, it wasn’t until Agatha All Along, the WandaVision spin-off, that the devilish figure was directly acknowledged. In Episode 3, witch Jennifer Kale makes a cryptic reference to Agatha’s son, hinting that he “might be an agent of Mephisto.” This marked the first official namedrop of the character in the MCU, igniting excitement for his full reveal.

Sacha Baron Cohen Cast

In a major casting revelation, Borat star Sacha Baron Cohen has been tapped to play Mephisto. Originally reported by Deadline in October 2022, Cohen is set to appear as the Marvel villain in Ironheart. While Ironheart was initially expected to premiere before Agatha All Along, the series is now scheduled for a 2025 release, meaning fans will likely get their first real look at Cohen’s portrayal of the demonic villain in Ironheart’s final episodes, with reports suggesting he will appear in Episodes 5 and 6.

The Ironheart series centers around Riri Williams, a young genius who builds her own Iron Man-like armor. However, Mephisto’s role in Ironheart appears to be connected to another key character—Anthony Ramos’ Parker Robbins, aka the Hood. In the comics, the Hood gains his powers through demonic artifacts, but instead of Dormammu, as in the comics, the MCU may shift this origin to Mephisto. This change could make Mephisto the source of Robbins’ power, setting the stage for a deeper conflict and possibly a connection between Mephisto and other mystical or demonic elements in the MCU.

What’s Next for Mephisto in the MCU?

While Ironheart will likely serve as the first glimpse of Mephisto, his influence is expected to extend beyond the series. The MCU’s supernatural and mystical storyline offers fertile ground for Mephisto’s future, particularly with rumors circulating about a Scarlet Witch solo movie. Given his deep connections to Wanda Maximoff in the comics, Mephisto could emerge as a key antagonist in such a film. The lingering fan theories from WandaVision, where many believed Wanda would face off against Mephisto, could finally be realized in this context.

Moreover, Mephisto could also play a significant role in a potential Midnight Sons ensemble film or series. This team of supernatural heroes, which may include Blade, Moon Knight, and Werewolf by Night, could find themselves united against a common foe like Mephisto. His character’s role as the literal devil in the Marvel Universe makes him a fitting antagonist for the darker, supernatural side of the MCU.

Mephisto’s introduction opens up numerous possibilities for the future of the MCU. While the Avengers face off against major threats like Doctor Doom in upcoming movies, Mephisto’s domain may be more suited to battles involving the magical and supernatural. His ties to the multiverse and the mystical realm could also place him in key upcoming projects, making him a recurring villain across different Marvel franchises.