The screenplay for
Avengers: Endgame has been released online (and can be read by clicking
HERE), and after taking a look through it, we've learned of at least a few more people who died when Thanos attacked the Earth in
Avengers: Infinity War and unleashed the power of the Infinity Stones.
While these characters were never mentioned in the movie itself, it's now been revealed that Secretary Ross, Sharon Carter, Jane Foster, and Wong were also dusted by the Mad Titan.
That explains a lot. For starters, with no "Thunderbolt" Ross around, the United States government likely gave up on the Sokovia Accords, hence why Earth's Mightiest Heroes were able to start operating freely again. Sharon Carter's absence, meanwhile, explains why Steve Rogers never pursued a romantic relationship with her (and instead went back in time to find Peggy Carter).
Jane Foster's disappearance means she wouldn't have become Thor during that five-year time-jump,, but Wong being among the dead definitely leaves us with a long list of questions.
For example, who served as Sorcerer Supreme and kept the Sanctum Santorum safe in his absence? We don't know for sure, but there's a chance Marvel Studios changed their minds about his demise given his role in
Avengers: Endgame's final battle. Perhaps that's something that will be addressed in
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness?
We'll have to wait and see. For now, be sure to let us know your thoughts in the comments section!
Hit the "View List" button to check out some concept art from
Avengers: Endgame featuring alternate versions of Thor and The Hulk!