Hawkeye is shaping up to be a bold and visually striking addition to Disney Plus. The series not only brings back Jeremy Renner as Clint Barton, but also introduces Hailee Steinfeld as Kate Bishop, who famously takes on the Hawkeye mantle in the comics. Fans will be eager to see how her character is adapted for the screen.
The show has been steadily building its cast, and this week’s announcements included the addition of Echo, portrayed by Alaqua Cox. Echo, whose real name is Maya Lopez, will mark the arrival of another deaf hero in the Marvel Cinematic Universe—joining Makkari from Eternals. And now, it looks like we’ve gotten our first glimpse of this exciting new character in the upcoming series.
Echo!!! Each will be in the Hawkeye series!
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Echo first appeared in Daredevil comics, and her introduction into the Marvel Cinematic Universe raises hopes that she might one day return to the small screen—especially now that Marvel has regained the rights to those characters.
Maya Lopez is also known in the comics for taking up the Ronin identity in New Avengers. Beyond her ties to Daredevil, she has deep connections to Bullseye, Wilson Fisk, and several other iconic heroes from both television and film. Her inclusion not only broadens the MCU’s diversity but also opens the door for potential crossovers with characters from the former Netflix Marvel shows, a prospect fans have long been waiting for.
Echo’s powers make her particularly intriguing—she can replicate the fighting styles of others, similar to Taskmaster from the upcoming Black Widow film. This ability makes her a natural fit alongside skilled fighters like Hawkeye and Kate Bishop. Beyond combat, she’s also portrayed as both an acrobat and a pianist, adding depth to her character.
The Hawkeye series is set between 2024 and 2025, though rumors suggest we’ll also see flashbacks exploring the aftermath of Clint Barton’s actions between Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. While Hawkeye has often been one of the more understated Avengers on the big screen, this series promises to shine a brighter light on his story, showcasing his skills while delving deeper into a character who has, until now, been largely overlooked.