Mrs. Whatsit — A Wrinkle in Time Character Profile

About Mrs. Whatsit

A strange and eccentric cosmic being who initiates the children's journey. She transforms into a winged creature for travel, educates them about the Black Thing, and prepares them for the mission to Camazotz.

Character Facts

Played by

Alfre Woodard

Appears in

A Wrinkle in Time (2003)

Role

Minor

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