Now In Color
Overview: After Wanda’s pregnancy takes an unexpected turn, new friend Geraldine steps in to assist. Meanwhile, Vision gets closer to some of his Westview neighbors.
Air date: 1/22/2022
Directed by: Matt Shakman
Guest Stars: David Lengel as Harold Copter / Phil Jones, David Anthony Payton as John Collins / Herb, Victoria Blade as Commercial Woman, Ithamar Enriquez as Commercial Man, Emma Caufield as Sarah Proctor / Dottie, Wesley Kimmel as Commercial Boy, Sydney Thomas as Commercial Gril, Randy Oglesby as Doctor Stan Nielson, Rose Bianco as Mrs. Nielson.
Episode 3 of WandaVision, titled “Now in Color,” marks a noticeable turning point in the series. Picking up immediately where the previous episode left off, the show bursts into vibrant color and shifts its setting into a 1970s-inspired sitcom world. While the visual change is striking, the tone of the episode takes a more serious and mysterious direction.
The story rapidly accelerates as Wanda’s pregnancy progresses at an unnatural speed, adding an underlying sense of unease to what should feel like a lighthearted homage to classic TV. Unlike the playful charm that defined the first two episodes, this installment leans more heavily into suspense and hints that something deeper—and darker—is unfolding beneath the surface.
This tonal shift creates an interesting contrast. The bright, cheerful 70s aesthetic clashes with the growing tension in the narrative, making the episode feel a bit uneven at times. For viewers who loved the whimsical nature of the earlier episodes, this change may come as a disappointment.
That said, “Now in Color” isn’t without its strengths. The episode begins to peel back the curtain on the larger mystery surrounding Wanda and her reality, offering just enough intrigue to keep viewers invested. While it may not be the strongest entry in the series, it plays an important role in setting up what’s to come.
Overall, this episode may not hit the same highs as its predecessors, but it still provides enough momentum and curiosity to keep audiences watching.