No, Black Widow, specifically Natasha Romanoff as portrayed by Scarlett Johansson, does not come back after the events of Avengers: Endgame and her solo film Black Widow.
The Conclusion of Natasha Romanoff's Story
The character of Natasha Romanoff met her definitive end sacrificing herself on Vormir in Avengers: Endgame to obtain the Soul Stone. Her subsequent solo film, Black Widow, served as a prequel, exploring her past before the events of Endgame.
Scarlett Johansson's Stance on Returning
Scarlett Johansson, the actress who brought Natasha Romanoff to life for over a decade in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), has made it clear that she has no plans to return to the role. She has expressed deep satisfaction with how her character's journey concluded, viewing the Black Widow film as a fitting and "great way to go out for this chapter of my Marvel identity." Her statements indicate that a return for Natasha Romanoff would be an extraordinary and unexpected event.
Key Points on Black Widow's Return:
- Finality of Sacrifice: Natasha Romanoff's death in Avengers: Endgame was a permanent sacrifice, crucial for the Avengers to defeat Thanos.
- Actress's Perspective: Scarlett Johansson has openly stated her contentment with concluding her tenure as the character and does not foresee a return.
- Prequel Narrative: The Black Widow film served to flesh out her backstory, not to set up her resurrection or future appearances.
Character Legacy:
While Natasha Romanoff's story has concluded, her legacy within the MCU continues through characters like Yelena Belova, her adoptive sister, who has taken up elements of the Black Widow mantle. This ensures that the spirit of the character lives on, even if Natasha herself does not return.
