There’s a theory swirling around that The Umbrella Academy may have a surprising connection to a completely different fictional universe, and it’s one that fans definitely didn’t see coming.
For years, streaming services have been turning Eisner Award-winning comics into TV shows. Whether it’s The Walking Dead or Sandman, the prestigious Eisner stamp seems to draw producers like bees to honey. Netflix’s The Umbrella Academy is no exception, receiving its own adaptation that ran for four seasons, each with its own ups and downs.
While the show’s post-credit scene in the final season didn’t exactly leave everyone satisfied, The Umbrella Academy had the decency to wrap up before it overstayed its welcome. But before saying goodbye, the show may have hinted at a crossover with another universe that no one would have guessed: Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir.
A Mysterious Connection Between Universes?
In The Umbrella Academy, we’re used to a world where dysfunctional, super-powered siblings save the day. But a brief moment in season 4 has sparked chatter among fans about a potential link to Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir, the popular French animated series. The show follows Marinette and Adrien, two teenagers who transform into superheroes Ladybug and Cat Noir to battle evil forces.
So, where’s the connection? In one early scene, Five’s CIA boss references a mission called “Ladybug.” It’s a throwaway line, and no further details are given. However, some fans believe it hints that Five was once sent to Paris to observe Ladybug and Cat Noir before the mission was abandoned. Could it be a coincidence, or is there more to this subtle nod?
Similarities Fuel the Fan Theory
At first, the theory might seem a bit far-fetched. But Umbrella Academy and Miraculous fans have pointed out some intriguing parallels. For starters, the power sources in both universes sound alike: in Umbrella Academy, the heroes have “Marigolds,” while Miraculous features the “Miraculous” jewels.
The similarities don’t stop there. The main antagonist in Miraculous, Hawk Moth (or Monarch), has a goal remarkably similar to Sir Reginald Hargreeves in Umbrella Academy. Hawk Moth wants to collect the Miraculouses to resurrect his wife, Emilie—mirroring Reginald’s quest to bring back his wife, Abigail. Even Cat Noir’s destructive “Cataclysm” power seems to echo Viktor Hargreeves’ destructive abilities.
While neither Gerard Way nor Gabriel Bá, the creators of The Umbrella Academy, nor Thomas Astruc, the creator of Miraculous, have confirmed any official connection between the two shows, it hasn’t stopped fans from speculating. What might have started as a playful nod between the two universes has grown into a full-fledged fan theory.
The Future of Umbrella Academy and Miraculous
Although Netflix seems to have laid Umbrella Academy to rest, canceling plans for the potential Sparrow Academy spinoff, Miraculous continues to thrive. The animated series remains available on streaming platforms like TF1 and MyCanal, with more episodes likely to come.
For now, the crossover theory remains just that—a theory. But for fans of both series, it’s a fun possibility to think about. After all, in the world of TV and comics, sometimes the most unexpected connections make the best stories.
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