15 Best Marvel Female Superheroes, Ranked by Powers

These are Marvel's best female superheroes as determined by how strong their powers are.

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Name:
Natasha Romanoff
Superhero Alias:
Black Widow
Actor:
Scarlett Johansson
Powers:
Master Martial Artist
Master Marksman
Master Assassin
Multilingualism
First Appearance:
Iron Man 2
Every Appearance:
Iron Man 2
The Avengers
Captain America: The Winter Soldier
Avengers: Age of Ultron
Captain America: Civil War
Avengers: Infinity War
Captain Marvel 
Avengers: Endgame
Black Widow
Next Appearance:
TBA
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Latest Black Widow (Character) News

Black Widow: Scarlett Johansson Reveals 'Extremely Stressful' Part of Making Marvel Movie

Black Widow star Scarlett Johansson and director Cate Shortland have explained some of the most stressful aspects of crafting Natasha Romanoff's solo film.

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Black Widow: New Teaser Flashes Back To Iron Man 2 & Avengers: Age of Ultron, Reveals New Scenes

A brand-new special look at Marvel Studios' Black Widow has been unveiled ahead of its July 9, 2021 release date.

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Scarlett Johansson Comments on Marvel Future After Black Widow Movie

Black Widow star Scarlett Johansson has addressed her MCU future after the solo film, suggesting this is the end of her time in front of the camera.

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Black Widow Director Teases Sequel Chances Without Scarlett Johansson

Black Widow director Cate Shortland revealed that a sequel to the solo film may be possible, however, it would be unlikely to feature Scarlett Johansson's Natasha Romanoff.

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Scarlett Johansson & Disney's Brutal Black Widow Legal Battle Is Over

Scarlett Johansson and Disney reached a settlement over the lawsuit filed after the release of Black Widow.

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Black Widow: MCU Events from the Spy's Secretive Past That Her Solo Movie Could Explore

Black Widow holds a highly-secretive past that's hinted at throughout the MCU. Those hints may reveal some plot points for the upcoming Black Widow standalone film.

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Scarlet Johansson Reveals Marvel's Black Widow Will Explore Budapest Story With Hawkeye

Black Widow book reveals that the new movie will finally reveal what happened between Widow and Hawkeye in Budapest.

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Black Widow: Milla Jovovich Teases Daughter's Role as Young Version of Scarlett Johansson's Natasha

A younger Natasha Romanoff will be played by Milla Jovovich's daughter in Black Widow.

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Black Widow Review: Is It Worth the Wait?

After three release date delays and a decade-plus of development, Black Widow is finally here, and The Direct breaks down how it stacks up overall.

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Marvel Director Teases Darker Characters In MCU's Phase 4

Black Widow director Cate Shortland teased more dark characters coming to the forefront in the MCU's Phase 4.

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How To Watch Black Widow: Disney+ vs. Theater Options Explained

Marvel Studios Black Widow is available now on Disney+ via Premiere Access and in theaters worldwide.

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Black Widow Is Coming To Blu-ray & Digital Much Earlier Than Expected

The dates for when Black can be purchased on Digital and Blu-Ray have been announced.

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Black Widow: 9 Deleted Scenes Descriptions Revealed

Disney released descriptions of bonus features for Black Widow's home media debut, including multiple deleted scenes.

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Elizabeth Olsen Defends Scarlett Johansson In Disney Battle Over Black Widow Release

Elizabeth Olsen gave her support to fellow MCU actress Scarlett Johansson in her ongoing lawsuit with Disney over Black Widow.

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Black Widow: New Scenes With David Harbour & Florence Pugh Revealed In Theaters

In preparation for July's long-awaited release of Black Widow, a new featurette is being shown in theaters featuring segments of new footage and discussion from the film's cast.

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Marvel's Black Widow: New Scenes With Scarlett Johansson & David Harbour Released

New footage of Marvel Studios' Black Widow was released within a sizzle reel posted by the company.

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Watch: Scarlett Johansson Celebrates Black Widow's Best Moments In New Marvel Promo

Disney+ released a video on Twitter celebrating National Superhero Day with Scarlett Johansson narrating a video that hypes up Black Widow's release.

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Black Widow: New Scene Highlights Flirting Between David Harbour & Rachel Weisz's Marvel Characters

A new clip from Black Widow shows off the fun banter of Natasha Romanoff’s Russian family.

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Black Widow: Dreykov, First Mentioned In The Avengers Movie, Returns In New Poster

A brand-new poster for Black Widow was unveiled ahead of the film's premiere and features new looks at its ensemble.

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From Spider-Man To Iron Man, 7 Superheroes Who Taskmaster Mimics In Black Widow

Black Widow's Taskmaster copied a good chunk of moves from Earth's Mightiest Heroes, and The Direct breaks down every Avenger he mimicked in the movie.

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Marvel Brings Back MCU's Infinity Stones In One Crazy Way For Disney+'s What If...?

What If...? will see the Infinity Stones appear in multiple episodes, with a key focus during an adventure into a world where Ultron wins—so here's how things may go down.

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Black Widow: Poll Reveals Over 85% of People Would Watch MCU Film at Home

New poll reveals that most fans would be ok with Black Widow releasing at home on-demand.

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Black Widow: Michelle Lee on Her Character's Secret Backstory & Why She Loves Florence Pugh

Black Widow actress Michelle Lee revealed how she worked around the notorious secretive nature of Marvel Studios sets, and what it was like working with MCU newcomer Florence Pugh.

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Black Widow Movie Cast | Full List of Marvel Characters

Black Widow brings Marvel characters new and old to the big screen, so here's every single one of them.

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Black Widow: New Marvel Promo Cover Features Scarlett Johansson, Florence Pugh & More

A new magazine featuring brand new cover art for Black Widow has been released by Marvel Studios and Total Film.

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Scarlett Johansson Is Reportedly Shocked By Disney's Harsh Response To Black Widow Lawsuit

Hollywood insiders are shocked by Disney's response to Scarlett Johanson's lawsuit, something that many have attributed to new Disney CEO Bob Chapek's lack of experience in the area.

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Marvel Tragically Twists Avengers: Endgame's Black Widow Death in New Episode of What If

In the latest episode of Marvel's What If...? on Disney+, Black Widow's Natasha Romanoff and Hawkeye's Clint Barton experienced a twist on Natasha's death scene from Avengers: Endgame.

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Black Widow: Florence Pugh Teases 'Unique' Bond Between Yelena & Scarlett Johannson's Natasha

Florence Pugh teases the relationship between Yelena and Natasha in the upcoming Black Widow: The Official Movie Special Book.

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Scarlett Johansson's Black Widow Looks Battle-Scarred In New Movie Image

A new image from Black Widow has been released by Disney.

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Marvel Reveals Replacement Actors for Scarlett Johansson & Robert Downey Jr. In New What If Episode

The new episode of Marvel Studios' What If...? officially revealed the replacement voice actors for Natasha Romanoff and Tony Stark.

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MCU's Avengers Receive New Funko That Gives One Infinity Stone to Each Hero

Funko Pop! released plans for a set of six Infinity Stone-centric figurines based on the MCU's original Avengers.

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MCU: Avengers Murders Teased In New Trailer for Disney+ What If

The official trailer for the third episode of What If...? has teased the apparent deaths of the MCU's Avengers.

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Black Widow: Disney Reveals Official Runtime of Scarlett Johansson Movie

The runtime for Black Widow has been revealed, making it just as long as Thor: Ragnarok.

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Disney Shares Promising Scarlett Johansson Update 1 Year After Lawsuit Mess

CEO Bob Chapek has addressed Disney's relationship with Scarlett Johansson following Black Widow legal issues.

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Benedict Cumberbatch Saddened by MCU History With Scarlett Johansson

Doctor Strange actor Benedict Cumberbatch revealed how he would've like to work more with Scarlett Johansson.

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Marvel Hides Black Widow Movie Easter Egg In New Trailer for What If

The latest What If...? trailer revealed a blink-and-you'll-miss-it Easter egg that has ties to Natasha Romanoff's past.

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Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson & More Avengers Stars Teaming for Biden Campaign Trivia Night

Eight of the MCU's biggest stars will come together for virtual Q&A/trivia session during Joe Biden/Kamala Harris campaign

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Avengers: Endgame Art Shows Deleted Scene With Scarlett Johansson's Natasha & Jeremy Renner's Clint

Marvel Head of Visual Development Ryan Meinerding shared keyframe art of an alternate take on the Vormir scene from Avengers: Endgame.

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How Marvel's Kevin Feige Saved One of Black Widow's Best Scenes

Black Widow director Cate Shortland revealed that Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige fought to keep one particularly emotional scene in the film.

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Black Widow Actor Teases Marvel Return

O-T Fagbenle teased a potential return as Rick Mason after Black Widow.

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