After years of delays, VisionQuest is finally coming to Disney+ and JioHotstar, and Marvel fans know what that means. Homework. Like most Marvel projects, this one leans on stories that came before it, and if you jump in cold, you might end up as confused as the characters on screen.
The series stars Paul Bettany, James Spader, and Ruaridh Mollica, and it wraps up a trilogy that began back in 2021. This time, Vision tries to figure out which version of himself he really is while sorting through memories handed back to him.
If you want the full picture of the show, from the release schedule to the cast and plot, you can read our guide on VisionQuest here. But first, let’s talk about what you should watch.
WandaVision: the one you cannot skip
This is the starting point, and there is no way around it. The version of Vision we see in VisionQuest only came into existence in the finale of WandaVision. That is also where the memories were restored to him, which is exactly what he is struggling with now.
It is also where fans first met Tommy as a child. Ruaridh Mollica plays him in this new series, so if you have not seen WandaVision, you will be lost for most of the story.
Agatha All Along: the second chapter
VisionQuest is the third part of a trilogy, so yes, you need the middle chapter too. Agatha All Along is directly responsible for why Tommy exists in the new series the way he does. The show does explain it briefly, but it is far better to see how it all happened yourself. It will make Tommy’s story hit a lot harder.
Avengers: Age of Ultron: the important movie
This one is a bit of a love it or hate it film among fans, but it is essential here. It is where Ultron, played by James Spader, first shows up, along with the AI called F.R.I.D.A.Y. The new series refers to events from this movie again and again.
It also helps you understand how Ultron is treated and written in VisionQuest. Without it, a lot of his scenes with Vision will feel like they are missing context.
Spider-Man: Far From Home: watch if you have time
You can probably get away with not watching this one in full, but it is still useful. It helps you understand E.D.I.T.H., played by Emily Hampshire. She is a fun-loving AI living inside Vision’s head, and she makes direct references to her creator, Tony Stark, and her first owner, Peter Parker.
It sits lower on the priority list, but it is not something you should ignore completely. If time is short, a quick recap of her role is enough.
Avengers: Infinity War: a good refresher
Like Far From Home, this one gives you a bit of flexibility. Still, watching it helps set up the love story between Wanda and Vision, since you get glimpses of memories from this film. There are also passing mentions of Thanos, and if you want to understand how he fits into Vision’s story, this is where you will find it.
So what is the best order?
If you have plenty of time, go in release order. Start with Age of Ultron, then Infinity War, then Far From Home, followed by WandaVision and Agatha All Along. That way you see the story build up the way it was meant to.
If you are short on time, focus on the top three. WandaVision, Agatha All Along, and Age of Ultron will cover most of what you need. The other two will add some extra layers, but you will still be able to follow the main story without them.
Marvel has always rewarded fans who pay attention, and VisionQuest looks like another show that does exactly that. A little preparation now means you will catch the callbacks, understand the emotional moments, and enjoy the ride a lot more when the episodes start dropping.