Who Is Rio in Agatha All Along and Marvel Comins & Thanos

In the most recent episode of Agatha All Along, the unexpected revelation came to light: Rio Vidal's true identity was none other than Death, a character that Aubrey Plaza seemed destined to portray.

In Agatha All Along, Teen is revealed to be William Kaplan, a young boy fascinated by witchcraft, later revealed to be Billy Maximoff, the son of Wanda Maximoff. His consciousness entered William Kaplan's body after Wanda's dome collapsed, providing closure to the storyline.


In the latest episode titled "Death's Hand in Mine," a significant revelation unfolds. Rio Vidal, the enigmatic witch played by Aubrey Plaza, is unmasked as none other than Death itself—the embodiment of the concept of Death. This disclosure had been subtly hinted at earlier. For instance, during a Ouija board session, the coven received a message indicating that Death was present among them, and Rio's laughter served as a cryptic confirmation. The board's message was not merely a metaphorical representation; Death was genuinely present in their midst.


In the Marvel Comics universe, Death is a prominent recurring character who first appeared in Captain Marvel #26 in 1973. Possessing near-infinite power and knowledge, Death is an immortal entity capable of effortlessly killing and resurrecting individuals. Although Death lacks a physical body, it occasionally manifests as a human female to enable lesser beings to perceive it. Notably, the supervillain Thanos harbors romantic feelings for Death, committing mass murder in an attempt to demonstrate his devotion. While this aspect of Thanos' character was omitted from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Death has finally made its presence known.


In a sense, Agatha has assumed a role comparable to Thanos in the comics. Hints suggest that she and Death were romantically involved in the past, and perhaps still are. Having Death as a romantic partner likely grants significant access and influence.


Two gripping episodes of Agatha All Along remain, scheduled to air on Disney+ on Wednesday, October 30, just in time for Halloween. Death's unpredictability, an inevitable force for all, leaves us wondering about the actions of this enigmatic version of Death in the upcoming two-part finale.