'So That Felt Very Right': Jac Schaeffer Explains Why Billy Maximoff Had The Maleficent Look In ‘Agatha All Along’

Jac Schaeffer explained that the writers’ room carefully chose each costume with the characters’ personalities and journeys in mind. For Billy Maximoff, the Maleficent costume held a deeper meaning. As the season progresses, Billy begins to discover his own power and independence. He is no longer under Agatha’s control.

So, the Maleficent look, with its iconic headpiece, was the perfect way to visualize Billy’s transformation. “There’s so much theatricality to that look and also darkness to it. So that felt very right,” Schaeffer explained. By embodying Maleficent, Billy steps into a larger, more confident version of himself.

Additionally, Schaeffer hinted that Billy’s story may carry on to future episodes, especially when discussing his tarot reading. In Episode 7, while Agatha’s reading is fully revealed, Billy’s Sun card remains mysterious. “There is a lot in this episode that has larger meaning,” Schaeffer shared, teasing fans with the promise that Billy’s growth could unfold further.

Jac Schaeffer Also Explained The Meaning Behind All The Other Costumes

Each costume was similarly selected to emphasize other characters’ development and unique qualities. Jac Schaeffer noted that Agatha, the show’s classic “bad witch,” was dressed as the Wicked Witch from The Wizard of Oz. The Wicked Witch is a huge figure in witch lore and a primary influence on the show’s aesthetic. 

Lilia, meanwhile, embraced the Good Witch look, symbolizing her inherent goodness despite her bitterness about witch stereotypes. Even so, the costume suits her on a deeper level. It embodies a “goodness” that the audience senses beneath her sarcasm and resistance.

Jen’s costume choice, however, brought an unexpected twist. She’s the character whose style is typically ultra-feminine and princess-like. However, Schaeffer felt it was fitting to dress her as the Crone, a wise, older archetype. “The crone is about wisdom and knowledge,” Schaeffer noted.  

She points to how Jen’s arc also reflects a journey toward wisdom and growth. Her costume becomes a way for her to step outside her comfort zone, see herself as more than a princess, and embrace a new depth of self-discovery. Moreover, each costume in ‘Agatha All Along‘ reflects the essence and journey of its wearer.