Who Is the Father of Nicholas Scratch? New Agatha All Along Theory Emerges
The finale of Agatha All Along delivers a shocking twist, opening with a poignant flashback that sets the tone for the episode. We see Kathryn Hahn’s Agatha, heavily pregnant and isolated in the woods, facing the trials of impending motherhood. The narrative has established Agatha as a formidable witch, but she’s met with the grim reality of death, personified by the captivating Aubrey Plaza as Rio. As Agatha prepares for childbirth, the ominous presence of Rio signals a tragic fate for her child—one that could result in stillbirth, a common occurrence in the 1700s. But Agatha refuses to accept this fate, desperately pleading with Death to spare her son. Although she manages to delay the inevitable, Nicolas “Nicky” Scratch tragically meets his end, leaving viewers heartbroken and with a lingering question: who is Nicky’s father?
Almost immediately, fan theories began circulating that suggested Rio could be Nicky’s parent. This speculation is fueled by Agatha referring to Rio as “my love” during the intense childbirth scene. While this theory lacks definitive proof, it gains some credence from comments made by both Hahn and showrunner Jac Schaeffer. Prior to the series finale, Hahn hinted at a narrative direction that emphasized female empowerment, asserting that the witches in the story didn’t rely on men. She articulated a world where “babies are born without the mention of men,” prompting fans to speculate on the nature of Nicky’s parentage and whether he’d indeed be the child of Death itself.
Schaeffer addressed the ambiguity surrounding Nicky’s origins, acknowledging that while the story doesn’t explicitly clarify this detail, it may be explored in future Marvel narratives. In her discussions about Agatha and Rio, she revealed that the creative team pondered various aspects of their relationship and even entertained the idea of a memorable meeting amid chaos. Though much of this rich backstory remains untapped, Schaeffer confirmed that the exploration shaped the narrative we see, with room for future development.
While the show opts for an ambiguous approach regarding Nicky’s conception—hinting at Agatha’s self-reliance with the line “I made you from scratch”—Schaeffer expressed hope for more revelations about Agatha and Rio in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. As all episodes of Agatha All Along stream on Disney+, fans are left contemplating the intricate and emotional backdrop of Nicky’s lineage and the possibility of further exploration of Agatha and Rio’s connection.
