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‘Agatha All Along’ Episode 4 Has a Mind-boggling Connection to an $863 Million MCU Film

‘Agatha All Along’ Episode 4 Has a Mind-boggling Connection to an $863 Million MCU Film
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Marvel’s Agatha All Along just dropped another episode. This time, Agatha Harkness (played by the fabulous Kathryn Hahn) and her quirky coven tackle some serious magical trials. But let’s be real: not everything is working smoothly.

However, don’t worry! With a cast full of vibrant characters and a plot that twists and turns like a roller coaster, it’s still a ride worth taking. Now, here’s the scoop: hidden in this episode is a mind-boggling connection to the Guardians of the Galaxy! Yep, the cosmic crew that brought us laughs, feels, and some seriously awesome tunes.

Agatha All Along
Kathryn Hahn and Joe Locke in Agatha All Along (Credits: Disney+)

As Agatha’s magic goes haywire, the vibe resonates with a particular song from the Guardians Vol. 2 soundtrack—one that’s packed with emotional weight. Yes, it’s the classic Fleetwood Mac jam The Chain, which serves as a potential link between these two Marvel worlds.

So, what’s the deal with The Chain and Agatha All Along? In the $863 million Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (via Box Office Mojo), the song plays during a pivotal moment when Peter Quill (Chris Pratt) finally taps into his celestial powers. It’s emotional, it’s epic, and it’s so much more than just a fight scene.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (Credits: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)

The whole vibe is about breaking chains—both literally and metaphorically. Similarly, there’s also a nod to Fleetwood Mac in Agatha All Along Episode 4. In a fictional piece from Beat Magazine, there’s a cool spotlight on different artists, and right next to it, first you’ll find an ad for a made-up band called Pino.

They supposedly rocked the stage at the Black Cat Music Hall in New Orleans, a spot known for its mysterious, witchy vibes. But that’s not all! The article also features a flyer for Fleetwood Mac, showing their legendary concert at the Oakland Coliseum on May 7, 1977.

This is where they played their legendary song The Chain, which just so happens to be a favorite of Star-Lord’s mom, Meredith Quill (Laura Haddock). This could suggest that Fleetwood Mac were more than just a band—they were secretly magical, influencing hearts across the Marvel universe. Now that’s a cosmic connection worth rocking out to!

Agatha All Along Makes Waves on Billboard Charts

A still from Agatha All Along
A still from Agatha All Along (Credits: Disney+)

Following the premiere of Agatha All Along on September 18, music from the series has made a splash on Billboard’s Digital Song Sales chart. The track The Ballad of the Witches Road (Sacred Chant), debuted at No. 22 on October 5th.

In the tracking week from September 20–26, the song sold 2,000 downloads in the United States, according to Billboard. This isn’t the first time the franchise’s music has hit the charts. Back in March 2021, the 62-second track Agatha All Along from WandaVision climbed to No. 36 on Digital Song Sales, giving its six vocalists their first chart moment.

Watch Agatha All Along and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 on Disney+.

Frequently asked questions

What connects ‘Agatha All Along’ Episode 4 to ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’?

The article reports the link centers on Fleetwood Mac’s ‘The Chain,’ a song referenced in both properties. In Episode 4, a fictional Beat Magazine prop includes a Fleetwood Mac concert flyer for the Oakland Coliseum dated May 7, 1977. The same band’s ‘The Chain’ appears in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 and is associated with Star-Lord’s mother, Meredith Quill, which the piece reads as a cross-universe nod.

How much did ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’ gross, and how is the song used in it?

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 grossed roughly $863 million worldwide. Fleetwood Mac’s ‘The Chain’ plays during the film’s climax, where Peter Quill (Chris Pratt) fights back against Ego and taps into his celestial powers. The article ties the moment to the theme of ‘breaking chains, both literally and metaphorically,’ linking it back to the Agatha All Along reference.

How did the ‘Agatha All Along’ theme song perform on the charts?

Following the September 18 premiere, ‘The Ballad of the Witches’ Road (Sacred Chant)’ debuted at No. 22 on Billboard’s Digital Song Sales chart dated October 5, selling 2,000 downloads during the September 20-26 tracking week. The article notes the earlier 62-second ‘Agatha All Along’ track from WandaVision had reached No. 36 in March 2021. Both series stream on Disney+.

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