Fans are truly excited about the MCU’s efforts to bring back the X-Men, anticipating an epic journey ahead. It is now no secret that Marvel Studios has been diligently searching for the right writer to spearhead the X-Men movie script, with recent reports confirming that they’ve narrowed it down to two final candidates.
Kevin Feige. Credits: Wikimedia Commons
However, fans find it somewhat peculiar that despite the recent surge in popularity of the X-Men ’97 animated series, Kevin Feige is not considering hiring that team for the movie, and they are not shy to vocalize their concerns, to say the least.
Meet the Two Finalists Shortlisted by Kevin Feige to Spearhead the Writing Process for the X-Men MCU Movie!
The search for writers for the X-Men movie has been ongoing for quite some time now, with the MCU taking this process pretty seriously. This is no ordinary task,...
Kevin Feige. Credits: Wikimedia Commons
However, fans find it somewhat peculiar that despite the recent surge in popularity of the X-Men ’97 animated series, Kevin Feige is not considering hiring that team for the movie, and they are not shy to vocalize their concerns, to say the least.
Meet the Two Finalists Shortlisted by Kevin Feige to Spearhead the Writing Process for the X-Men MCU Movie!
The search for writers for the X-Men movie has been ongoing for quite some time now, with the MCU taking this process pretty seriously. This is no ordinary task,...
- 5/10/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
After an exciting, often shocking run of episodes, the season 1 finale of X-Men '97 hits Disney+ next Wednesday, and (former) showrunner Beau DeMayo has shared some "homework" for fans who might want a cryptic hint about what to expect from "Tolerance is Extinction - Part 3."
Spoilers for last week's episode and (potentially) Wednesday's instalment follow.
DeMayo posted an image from Star Trek: The Next Generation season 5, episode 18, "Cause and Effect." This episode of the beloved sci-fi series saw the crew of the Enterprise caught in a time-loop, with the ship being destroyed over and over again, and Picard, Riker, Data and co. having to figure out how to reset the anomaly.
Does this suggest that the X-Men will find themselves in a similar situation? "Tolerance is Extinction - Part 2" certainly left the team in dire straits, with Jean Grey killed(?) by a Mr. Sinister-controlled Cable, and Wolverine's Adamantium...
Spoilers for last week's episode and (potentially) Wednesday's instalment follow.
DeMayo posted an image from Star Trek: The Next Generation season 5, episode 18, "Cause and Effect." This episode of the beloved sci-fi series saw the crew of the Enterprise caught in a time-loop, with the ship being destroyed over and over again, and Picard, Riker, Data and co. having to figure out how to reset the anomaly.
Does this suggest that the X-Men will find themselves in a similar situation? "Tolerance is Extinction - Part 2" certainly left the team in dire straits, with Jean Grey killed(?) by a Mr. Sinister-controlled Cable, and Wolverine's Adamantium...
- 5/10/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Take a look at more footage from Marvel Animation’s “X-Men ‘97” now streaming on Disney+:
Cast includes Ray Chase as ‘Cyclops’, Jennifer Hale as ‘Jean Grey’, Alison Sealy-Smith as ‘Storm’, Cal Dodd as ‘Wolverine’, Jp Karliak as ‘Morph’…
…Lenore Zann as ‘Rogue’, George Buza as ‘Beast’, Aj LoCascio as ‘Gambit’, Holly Chou as ‘Jubilee’, Isaac Robinson-Smith as ‘Bishop’, Matthew Waterson as ‘Magneto’…
…Adrian Hough as ‘Nightcrawler’, Theo James as ‘Bastion’ and Chris Potter as ‘Nathan Summers’/‘Cable’.
Directors include Jake Castorena, Chase Conley and Emi Yonemura, with music by The Newton Brothers.
Click the images to enlarge…...
Cast includes Ray Chase as ‘Cyclops’, Jennifer Hale as ‘Jean Grey’, Alison Sealy-Smith as ‘Storm’, Cal Dodd as ‘Wolverine’, Jp Karliak as ‘Morph’…
…Lenore Zann as ‘Rogue’, George Buza as ‘Beast’, Aj LoCascio as ‘Gambit’, Holly Chou as ‘Jubilee’, Isaac Robinson-Smith as ‘Bishop’, Matthew Waterson as ‘Magneto’…
…Adrian Hough as ‘Nightcrawler’, Theo James as ‘Bastion’ and Chris Potter as ‘Nathan Summers’/‘Cable’.
Directors include Jake Castorena, Chase Conley and Emi Yonemura, with music by The Newton Brothers.
Click the images to enlarge…...
- 5/8/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
There's only two more episodes of X-Men '97 to go, and Marvel Studios has released a clip from tomorrow's penultimate season 1 chapter, "Tolerance is Extinction - Part 2."
The preview finds our mutant heroes suiting-up in new costumes for their impending battle with Bastion and his forces.
The outfits are a mixture of the team's classic looks, and the costumes they wore in the pages of The Uncanny X-Men. The clip also sees Jubilee burn Roberto DaCosta's business card, so Sunspot must have decided not to join the fight.
Former showrunner Beau DeMayo hinted at the costume change when he shared the unused pilot for Pryde of the X-Men earlier today.
DeMayo was also asked if he's ever heard any talk of adding Kitty Pryde/Shadowcat to the X-Men '97 roster.
"I haven’t, but my suspicion is Jubilee and Kitty slightly compete in terms of their age and Pov on the team.
The preview finds our mutant heroes suiting-up in new costumes for their impending battle with Bastion and his forces.
The outfits are a mixture of the team's classic looks, and the costumes they wore in the pages of The Uncanny X-Men. The clip also sees Jubilee burn Roberto DaCosta's business card, so Sunspot must have decided not to join the fight.
Former showrunner Beau DeMayo hinted at the costume change when he shared the unused pilot for Pryde of the X-Men earlier today.
DeMayo was also asked if he's ever heard any talk of adding Kitty Pryde/Shadowcat to the X-Men '97 roster.
"I haven’t, but my suspicion is Jubilee and Kitty slightly compete in terms of their age and Pov on the team.
- 5/8/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
"Magneto was right..."
Former X-Men '97 showrunner Beau DeMayo has taken to social media to share a "homework assignment" for fans that may want a better idea of what to expect from the middle chapter in the three-part season finale, which airs on Disney+ next Wednesday.
DeMayo posted the cover to 1993's Uncanny X-Men #304, which marked the 30th anniversary celebration of the iconic mutant heroes, and the third chapter in the "Fatal Attractions" storyline.
Spoilers for Tolerance is Extinction - Part 1 and (possibly) Part 2 follow.
Though a few significant events occur in this issue that could inform the episode, we'd say it will most likely draw influence from Magneto's arc. Towards the end of Tolerance is Extinction - Part 1, Dr. Valerie Cooper frees Magnus from Bastion's prison, and the Master of Magnetism flies to one of the northern magnetic pole to manipulate Earth's magnetic field, using his powers to wipe...
Former X-Men '97 showrunner Beau DeMayo has taken to social media to share a "homework assignment" for fans that may want a better idea of what to expect from the middle chapter in the three-part season finale, which airs on Disney+ next Wednesday.
DeMayo posted the cover to 1993's Uncanny X-Men #304, which marked the 30th anniversary celebration of the iconic mutant heroes, and the third chapter in the "Fatal Attractions" storyline.
Spoilers for Tolerance is Extinction - Part 1 and (possibly) Part 2 follow.
Though a few significant events occur in this issue that could inform the episode, we'd say it will most likely draw influence from Magneto's arc. Towards the end of Tolerance is Extinction - Part 1, Dr. Valerie Cooper frees Magnus from Bastion's prison, and the Master of Magnetism flies to one of the northern magnetic pole to manipulate Earth's magnetic field, using his powers to wipe...
- 5/3/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
From Marvel Studios, Sneak Peek the final 3-part, “X-Men ‘97 Season One finale, “Tolerance Is Extinction”, streaming May 1, May 8 and May 15, 2024 on Disney+:
Cast includes Ray Chase as ‘Cyclops’, Jennifer Hale as ‘Jean Grey’, Alison Sealy-Smith as ‘Storm’, Cal Dodd as ‘Wolverine’, Jp Karliak as ‘Morph’…
…Lenore Zann as ‘Rogue’, George Buza as ‘Beast’, Aj LoCascio as ‘Gambit’, Holly Chou as ‘Jubilee’, Isaac Robinson-Smith as ‘Bishop’, Matthew Waterson as ‘Magneto’…
…Adrian Hough as ‘Nightcrawler’, Theo James as ‘Bastion’ and Chris Potter as ‘Nathan Summers’/‘Cable’.
Directors include Jake Castorena, Chase Conley and Emi Yonemura, with music by The Newton Brothers.
Click the images to enlarge…...
Cast includes Ray Chase as ‘Cyclops’, Jennifer Hale as ‘Jean Grey’, Alison Sealy-Smith as ‘Storm’, Cal Dodd as ‘Wolverine’, Jp Karliak as ‘Morph’…
…Lenore Zann as ‘Rogue’, George Buza as ‘Beast’, Aj LoCascio as ‘Gambit’, Holly Chou as ‘Jubilee’, Isaac Robinson-Smith as ‘Bishop’, Matthew Waterson as ‘Magneto’…
…Adrian Hough as ‘Nightcrawler’, Theo James as ‘Bastion’ and Chris Potter as ‘Nathan Summers’/‘Cable’.
Directors include Jake Castorena, Chase Conley and Emi Yonemura, with music by The Newton Brothers.
Click the images to enlarge…...
- 4/30/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
X-Men ’97 has been constantly delivering and exhilarating fans with its intriguing storyline, nostalgic aesthetics, and captivating action. A continuation of the original X-Men: The Animated Series, the animated show, has been widely dubbed by fans and critics as the best Marvel show to be made.
X-Men ’97
While it has been receiving extreme praise, the show delivered a heavy blow when it killed off two of the most beloved characters: Gambit and Magneto. The original voice actor for Gambit, Chris Potter, remarked that while he is angry about Gambit’s death, he revealed that only Cable can bring him back now.
Chris Potter On Gambit’s Death in X-Men ’97 & His Potential Return
Rogue holding Gambit’s lifeless body in a still from X-Men ’97
Chris Potter has had a long relationship with Gambit, having voiced him in the original X-Men: The Animated Series and during the crossover episodes of Spider-Man: The Animated Series.
X-Men ’97
While it has been receiving extreme praise, the show delivered a heavy blow when it killed off two of the most beloved characters: Gambit and Magneto. The original voice actor for Gambit, Chris Potter, remarked that while he is angry about Gambit’s death, he revealed that only Cable can bring him back now.
Chris Potter On Gambit’s Death in X-Men ’97 & His Potential Return
Rogue holding Gambit’s lifeless body in a still from X-Men ’97
Chris Potter has had a long relationship with Gambit, having voiced him in the original X-Men: The Animated Series and during the crossover episodes of Spider-Man: The Animated Series.
- 4/27/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
When Disney finally acquired 21st Century Fox in 2019, fans were either totally excited or, conversely, anxious about how the Mouse would handle the Marvel characters. Of course, this was the peak of the MCU with the release of Avengers: Endgame, and so Marvel Studios had its own concerns about the future trajectory of their properties. But since the deal included the acquisition of characters incredibly important to the franchise, from X-Men and the Fantastic Four to Deadpool and Galactus, it was only a matter of time.
Disney took its time, and now, five years later, things are starting to take off: a new Deadpool movie is coming soon, featuring Wolverine working with the title character, a new Fantastic Four is in development, and right now, X-Men '97 is making a lot of noise as a sequel to the X-Men animated series that ran on Fox Kids from 1992 to 1997.
Given the circumstances,...
Disney took its time, and now, five years later, things are starting to take off: a new Deadpool movie is coming soon, featuring Wolverine working with the title character, a new Fantastic Four is in development, and right now, X-Men '97 is making a lot of noise as a sequel to the X-Men animated series that ran on Fox Kids from 1992 to 1997.
Given the circumstances,...
- 4/26/2024
- by louise.everitt@startefacts.com (Louise Everitt)
- STartefacts.com
Marvel has decided to tease its fan base with the revival of a nostalgic show titled, X-Men ’97. The original show ran for five seasons, from 1982 to 1997, and it has become a massive hit among the original fans of the mutant franchise. The rebooted series continues from where the previous show had ended 27 years ago.
Professor X and Lilandra in X-Men ’97
Needless to say, the show managed to grab the attention of the fans from the very first episode of the show. Thanks to the show’s self-containing creative narrative, and Beau DeMayo’s creative genius, that has brought the show to life. Now, new reports have emerged stating that Marvel is looking for a new writer to work on the reboot of the live-action mutant film, and fans have already decided the right candidate for the job.
Fans Have Their Candidate For The X-Men Live-Action Film
Beau DeMayo...
Professor X and Lilandra in X-Men ’97
Needless to say, the show managed to grab the attention of the fans from the very first episode of the show. Thanks to the show’s self-containing creative narrative, and Beau DeMayo’s creative genius, that has brought the show to life. Now, new reports have emerged stating that Marvel is looking for a new writer to work on the reboot of the live-action mutant film, and fans have already decided the right candidate for the job.
Fans Have Their Candidate For The X-Men Live-Action Film
Beau DeMayo...
- 4/26/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
This article contains spoilers for "X-Men '97."
I'm the precise age to have been introduced to the Marvel Universe by animation and film. Back then in the bygone 2000s, superhero movies never crossed over and the best that us wee fans could hope for was, say, the X-Men playing guest star on "Spider-Man" for an episode or two. I've now evolved into a curmudgeon who thinks superhero cinema could use more individuality and less interconnectivity, but I digress.
All this is to say that "X-Men '97" episode 7, "Bright Eyes," featured the sort of brief guest appearance that would've made 10-year-old me super-excited: Rogue meets Captain America (Josh Keaton). You might recall that Cap appeared back in the original "X-Men" cartoon; the season 5 episode, "Old Soldiers," showed him and Wolverine on a mission together in World War II. We've known for two weeks that Cap would be showing up (thanks to...
I'm the precise age to have been introduced to the Marvel Universe by animation and film. Back then in the bygone 2000s, superhero movies never crossed over and the best that us wee fans could hope for was, say, the X-Men playing guest star on "Spider-Man" for an episode or two. I've now evolved into a curmudgeon who thinks superhero cinema could use more individuality and less interconnectivity, but I digress.
All this is to say that "X-Men '97" episode 7, "Bright Eyes," featured the sort of brief guest appearance that would've made 10-year-old me super-excited: Rogue meets Captain America (Josh Keaton). You might recall that Cap appeared back in the original "X-Men" cartoon; the season 5 episode, "Old Soldiers," showed him and Wolverine on a mission together in World War II. We've known for two weeks that Cap would be showing up (thanks to...
- 4/25/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
X-Men ‘97 continues its narrative momentum from the emotional sixth episode into its seventh episode. Following the demise of Gambit, the episode primarily focuses on Rogue’s quest to seek justice for her former teammate and love interest’s demise. In the process, viewers get to witness some exciting cameos from fan-favorite MCU characters.
A still from X-Men ‘97
While the cameos do not significantly affect the overall plot of the episode they still serve as a nice nod to the larger universe the X-Men inhibit. Such cameos were also a trademark of the original 90s animated series and the earlier entries in Kevin Feige’s MCU, which later expanded into a grand shared universe. Here is what you need to know about X-Men ‘97 episode 7’s cameos and how they use a trick from Feige’s early MCU playbook.
X-Men ‘97 Episode 7 Features Cameos From Fan Favorite MCU Characters...
A still from X-Men ‘97
While the cameos do not significantly affect the overall plot of the episode they still serve as a nice nod to the larger universe the X-Men inhibit. Such cameos were also a trademark of the original 90s animated series and the earlier entries in Kevin Feige’s MCU, which later expanded into a grand shared universe. Here is what you need to know about X-Men ‘97 episode 7’s cameos and how they use a trick from Feige’s early MCU playbook.
X-Men ‘97 Episode 7 Features Cameos From Fan Favorite MCU Characters...
- 4/24/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Marvel Studios Animation has hit the jackpot with its new series X-Men ’97. The series has got the fandom deep in discussion about the X-Men characters and the themes that made the mutants popular. While the Animation department’s What If…? is considered MCU canon, the same cannot be said for X-Men ’97. While the showrunner Beau DeMayo definitively claimed that the animated series is a standalone entity, Marvel Studios was not so sure.
X-Men ’97 may not be MCU canon, but it was surely not an easy decision to make
Kevin Feige reportedly went back and forth a lot about making the animated series canon to the MCU. However, it appears that the show chose to stay on its own path for now, following in the footsteps of its predecessor X-Men: The Animated Series.
Marvel Studios Seriously Considered Making X-Men ’97 MCU Canon
Cal Dodd’s Wolverine in a...
X-Men ’97 may not be MCU canon, but it was surely not an easy decision to make
Kevin Feige reportedly went back and forth a lot about making the animated series canon to the MCU. However, it appears that the show chose to stay on its own path for now, following in the footsteps of its predecessor X-Men: The Animated Series.
Marvel Studios Seriously Considered Making X-Men ’97 MCU Canon
Cal Dodd’s Wolverine in a...
- 4/22/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
X-Men ’97 had a stupendous success to the credit of the show. The Disney+ show is the continuation of the X-Men: The Animated Series in the 90s, now only without Professor X. Following the show claiming the astonishing height of accolades from fans and critics, Marvel Boss Kevin Feige reportedly has a big plan for the show.
Kevin Feige. Credit: Wikimedia Commons
However, fans have a difference of opinion regarding Feige’s decision. Most fans are in line with not tainting the show with any interference. Of course, X-Men ’97 has been an emotional roller coaster for Marvel fans as they could relive the nostalgia of the original show in the 90s.
Kevin Feige Reportedly Has A Plan For X-Men ’97 A still from X-Men ’97
X-Men ’97 success propelled Marvel Boss, Kevin Feige to make future plans for the show. Reportedly, the animated superhero adventure show with an astounding...
Kevin Feige. Credit: Wikimedia Commons
However, fans have a difference of opinion regarding Feige’s decision. Most fans are in line with not tainting the show with any interference. Of course, X-Men ’97 has been an emotional roller coaster for Marvel fans as they could relive the nostalgia of the original show in the 90s.
Kevin Feige Reportedly Has A Plan For X-Men ’97 A still from X-Men ’97
X-Men ’97 success propelled Marvel Boss, Kevin Feige to make future plans for the show. Reportedly, the animated superhero adventure show with an astounding...
- 4/22/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
“X-Men ’97” took fans back to the golden days when they used to watch X-Men fight for a world that feared them. It, however, isn’t just a nostalgic trip down memory lane, it’s a full-fledged revival that picks up where the original left off.
A still from X-Men ’97
Further, the excitement goes beyond just seeing familiar faces like Wolverine and Cyclops back in action. The show’s directors have dropped some hints about a potential X-Men movie animation, which has fans buzzing with speculations.
Will An X-Men ’97 Movie Be Able To Do Justice To The 2D Animation & Source Material?
A still from X-Men ’97
The hype surrounding X-Men ’97 has reached a fever pitch. The show’s directors have fuelled the flames by hinting at a potential movie adaptation while speaking to Inverse. He shared that the creators were already making movie-worthy scales and quality and...
A still from X-Men ’97
Further, the excitement goes beyond just seeing familiar faces like Wolverine and Cyclops back in action. The show’s directors have dropped some hints about a potential X-Men movie animation, which has fans buzzing with speculations.
Will An X-Men ’97 Movie Be Able To Do Justice To The 2D Animation & Source Material?
A still from X-Men ’97
The hype surrounding X-Men ’97 has reached a fever pitch. The show’s directors have fuelled the flames by hinting at a potential movie adaptation while speaking to Inverse. He shared that the creators were already making movie-worthy scales and quality and...
- 4/18/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire
‘X-Men ’97’ has been a major success for the studio, the show debuted with 100 % on Rotten Tomatoes and has kept consistently high ratings, being praised by fans after every single episode, especially episode 5.
We know that the studio has pretty big plans for the show, with season 2 already in production and season 3 being in development. The sky is the limit. Recently, fans have called for the showrunners to take over the development of the upcoming ‘X-Men’ live-action reboot, as the current quality of the show far surpasses anything we’ve seen in the MCU in the last few years, with few notable exceptions.
In their recent interview with Inverse, show’s directors Chase Conley, Emi Yonemura, and Jake Castorena discussed the show’s possible future, and they are open to pretty much anything, especially animated movie based on the show.
First off, it would be a slam dunk. I think...
We know that the studio has pretty big plans for the show, with season 2 already in production and season 3 being in development. The sky is the limit. Recently, fans have called for the showrunners to take over the development of the upcoming ‘X-Men’ live-action reboot, as the current quality of the show far surpasses anything we’ve seen in the MCU in the last few years, with few notable exceptions.
In their recent interview with Inverse, show’s directors Chase Conley, Emi Yonemura, and Jake Castorena discussed the show’s possible future, and they are open to pretty much anything, especially animated movie based on the show.
First off, it would be a slam dunk. I think...
- 4/18/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
‘X-Men ’97’ has been a smash hit for the studio, earning a perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes upon its debut and maintaining strong ratings throughout. Fans have consistently praised each episode, particularly episode 5.
The studio has ambitious plans for the show, with season 2 already in the works and season 3 in development. The future looks bright. Recently, fans have urged the showrunners to take the reins of the upcoming live-action ‘X-Men’ reboot, citing the show’s exceptional quality compared to recent MCU offerings, with a few exceptions.
In a recent interview with Inverse, the show’s directors Chase Conley, Emi Yonemura, and Jake Castorena talked about the show’s potential future. They expressed openness to various possibilities, including the idea of an animated movie based on the show.
First off, it would be a slam dunk. I think that would absolutely be something the audience would want to see, and we...
The studio has ambitious plans for the show, with season 2 already in the works and season 3 in development. The future looks bright. Recently, fans have urged the showrunners to take the reins of the upcoming live-action ‘X-Men’ reboot, citing the show’s exceptional quality compared to recent MCU offerings, with a few exceptions.
In a recent interview with Inverse, the show’s directors Chase Conley, Emi Yonemura, and Jake Castorena talked about the show’s potential future. They expressed openness to various possibilities, including the idea of an animated movie based on the show.
First off, it would be a slam dunk. I think that would absolutely be something the audience would want to see, and we...
- 4/18/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has largely been a live-action affair, be it in theatres or with streaming. So far, only one entry into the franchise proper has been animated, that being What If…? X-Men ’97 has been the latest animated series that the studio has put out and could be on its way to becoming an MCU installment too if rumors are to be believed.
X-Men ’97
It seems like the superhero genre has entered a golden age of animation, with shows like X-Men ’97 and Invincible, and films like Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. The genre is receiving the kind of boost it needs, with all the talks of superhero fatigue quickly fizzling out in the wake of these acclaimed shows and films. In light of its recent success, the directors of X-Men ’97 have a similar idea for the X-Men IP, one that Kevin Feige can’t possibly overlook...
X-Men ’97
It seems like the superhero genre has entered a golden age of animation, with shows like X-Men ’97 and Invincible, and films like Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. The genre is receiving the kind of boost it needs, with all the talks of superhero fatigue quickly fizzling out in the wake of these acclaimed shows and films. In light of its recent success, the directors of X-Men ’97 have a similar idea for the X-Men IP, one that Kevin Feige can’t possibly overlook...
- 4/18/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
X-Men ’97 has adapted some of the best storylines from the X-Men comics, bringing in a host of fan-favorite characters to the show and teasing a few more. Most recently, the show aired one of its most tragic episodes, depicting an assault on Genosha that left more than a few high-profile mutants, including two X-Men, dead.
X-Men ’97
The teaser that Marvel released in the wake of the episode, and an interview with lead director Jake Castorena have put the focus on what is to come after the massacre in Genosha, pointing toward the wider superhero community coming to aid the X-Men, In an interview with Screen Rant, Castoerena has talked about the cameos that fans can expect, including the one explicitly teased in the teaser for the remaining season that Marvel released.
Jake Castorena indicated what future episodes of X-Men ’97 will look like
Captain America in X-Men ’97...
X-Men ’97
The teaser that Marvel released in the wake of the episode, and an interview with lead director Jake Castorena have put the focus on what is to come after the massacre in Genosha, pointing toward the wider superhero community coming to aid the X-Men, In an interview with Screen Rant, Castoerena has talked about the cameos that fans can expect, including the one explicitly teased in the teaser for the remaining season that Marvel released.
Jake Castorena indicated what future episodes of X-Men ’97 will look like
Captain America in X-Men ’97...
- 4/16/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
‘X-Men ’97’ was a huge hit for the studio. The show debuted with a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and both fans and critics agreed that it’s a faithful adaptation of the original ‘X-Men: The Animated Series’ from the ’90s. The creators aimed to recreate the original characters and animation, with many of the original voice actors returning to reprise their roles.
Recently, Captain America was hinted at making an appearance in the show, sparking speculation among fans about potential future cameos and which characters might be included. This speculation intensified after some of the most prominent mutants in the show were killed off in an emotional episode 5, serving as a prelude to what’s to come.
Jake Castorena, the head director and producer of the show, recently spoke with Screen Rant to discuss what fans can expect in the future.
Yes… [laughs] Unfortunately, I will leave it there because you...
Recently, Captain America was hinted at making an appearance in the show, sparking speculation among fans about potential future cameos and which characters might be included. This speculation intensified after some of the most prominent mutants in the show were killed off in an emotional episode 5, serving as a prelude to what’s to come.
Jake Castorena, the head director and producer of the show, recently spoke with Screen Rant to discuss what fans can expect in the future.
Yes… [laughs] Unfortunately, I will leave it there because you...
- 4/14/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘X-Men ’97’ was a massive success for the studio, the show premiered with 100 % on Rotten Tomatoes and the critical opinion of both the fans and critics was that it’s a faithful adaptation of the original ‘X-Men: The Animated Series’ which aired back in the ’90s.
The creators aimed to recreate both the original characters, and the original animation to a reasonable extent of course, and the best part, a good part of old voice actors returned to reprise their roles.
Recently, Captain America was teased, that he will presumably make an appearance in the show. This led fans to speculate that plenty more cameos might happen, as well as theorizing on which characters will be included down the line. Especially now that some of the most notable mutants in the show have been killed in an extremely emotional episode 5, which served only as a prelude to things to come.
The creators aimed to recreate both the original characters, and the original animation to a reasonable extent of course, and the best part, a good part of old voice actors returned to reprise their roles.
Recently, Captain America was teased, that he will presumably make an appearance in the show. This led fans to speculate that plenty more cameos might happen, as well as theorizing on which characters will be included down the line. Especially now that some of the most notable mutants in the show have been killed in an extremely emotional episode 5, which served only as a prelude to things to come.
- 4/14/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Spoilers ahead for episode 5 of X-Men ’97.
After decades’ worth of patience, X-Men ’97 delivers upon a promise of good television with a near-perfect adaptation of Marvel’s mutant superheroes. The series, which recently took the entire world by storm, represents the hope carried by fans since the original show’s run in the 90s. Although nothing ever quite became as iconic as that period’s cartoon when it comes to Marvel animation, X-Men ’97 comes pretty close.
X-Men ’97 [Credit: Disney+]However, with the series’ mid-season cliffhanger finale, one thing becomes evident – the show certainly knows how to raise fan expectations. But one factor which could have made the series uber-popular ends up being a misdirection, and even though the plot twist manages to shock the audience and leave them with questions, the show’s director does a good job too of crushing those dreams and expectations in one swift blow.
After decades’ worth of patience, X-Men ’97 delivers upon a promise of good television with a near-perfect adaptation of Marvel’s mutant superheroes. The series, which recently took the entire world by storm, represents the hope carried by fans since the original show’s run in the 90s. Although nothing ever quite became as iconic as that period’s cartoon when it comes to Marvel animation, X-Men ’97 comes pretty close.
X-Men ’97 [Credit: Disney+]However, with the series’ mid-season cliffhanger finale, one thing becomes evident – the show certainly knows how to raise fan expectations. But one factor which could have made the series uber-popular ends up being a misdirection, and even though the plot twist manages to shock the audience and leave them with questions, the show’s director does a good job too of crushing those dreams and expectations in one swift blow.
- 4/13/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
This Article Contains Spoilers For X-Men ‘97
Almost immediately after its release, Amazon Prime Video’s The Boys became the talk of the town with its dark and satirical take on the superhero universe. The series does not shy away from using violence and gore to its benefit but watching such horrifying scenes unfold right in front of our eyes episode after episode has certainly made the audience a little indifferent to it all.
Prime Video’s The Boys
The series is still one hell of a watch, don’t get us wrong. However, it looks like it has some competition in town with X-Men ’97. Just five episodes in, the animated series has managed to excite, shock, and basically traumatize the audience. Supervising director Jake Castorena perfectly explained how they are able to do all this and more despite having a TV-14 rating.
The Boys Might Have to Take...
Almost immediately after its release, Amazon Prime Video’s The Boys became the talk of the town with its dark and satirical take on the superhero universe. The series does not shy away from using violence and gore to its benefit but watching such horrifying scenes unfold right in front of our eyes episode after episode has certainly made the audience a little indifferent to it all.
Prime Video’s The Boys
The series is still one hell of a watch, don’t get us wrong. However, it looks like it has some competition in town with X-Men ’97. Just five episodes in, the animated series has managed to excite, shock, and basically traumatize the audience. Supervising director Jake Castorena perfectly explained how they are able to do all this and more despite having a TV-14 rating.
The Boys Might Have to Take...
- 4/13/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
We’re midway through ‘X-Men ’97’ now, and fans are buzzing with excitement, calling it Marvel Studios’ best in a while. Episode 5 really hit home, stirring up some wild reactions. Genosha gets hit, and Magneto and Gambit make a heroic sacrifice to fend off the Sentinels and take down Mister Mold.
Meanwhile, Cyclops and Jean’s relationship hits a rough patch as secrets unravel—Cyclops’ telepathic chats with Madelyne come to light, while Jean feels a pull towards Wolverine. Just a taste of the drama from this week’s episode!
After Genosha was destroyed, people online had all sorts of ideas about who might be responsible, from Mystique to Mr. Sinister. One theory caught attention: Cassandra Nova, a villain set to appear in the upcoming ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ movie. In the comics, Cassandra Nova’s tied to a mutant genocide, so linking her to ‘X-Men ’97’ and ‘Deadpool 3’ wouldn’t be too out there.
Meanwhile, Cyclops and Jean’s relationship hits a rough patch as secrets unravel—Cyclops’ telepathic chats with Madelyne come to light, while Jean feels a pull towards Wolverine. Just a taste of the drama from this week’s episode!
After Genosha was destroyed, people online had all sorts of ideas about who might be responsible, from Mystique to Mr. Sinister. One theory caught attention: Cassandra Nova, a villain set to appear in the upcoming ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ movie. In the comics, Cassandra Nova’s tied to a mutant genocide, so linking her to ‘X-Men ’97’ and ‘Deadpool 3’ wouldn’t be too out there.
- 4/12/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
We’re now halfway through ‘X-Men ’97’ and fans are already calling the show the best thing to happen to Marvel Studios in a long time. Episode 5 was especially touching, and the reactions to the freshly released episode have been wild so far, mostly pointing out how emotional it was.
Genosha is attacked, Magneto and Gambit sacrifice themselves to stop the Sentinels and destroy Mister Mold, and Cyclops’ and Jean’s relationship is falling apart as Jean discovers that Cyclops has been communicating telepathically with Madelyne, while she finds herself drawn to Wolverine. This is just a short rundown of what has taken place this week.
Following the destruction of Genosha, various theories appeared online regarding who could be behind the attack starting with Mystique and ending with Mr. Sinister. One particularly interesting theory mentioned Cassandra Nova, a villain about to debut in the MCU in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine.’ Since Cassandra Nova was,...
Genosha is attacked, Magneto and Gambit sacrifice themselves to stop the Sentinels and destroy Mister Mold, and Cyclops’ and Jean’s relationship is falling apart as Jean discovers that Cyclops has been communicating telepathically with Madelyne, while she finds herself drawn to Wolverine. This is just a short rundown of what has taken place this week.
Following the destruction of Genosha, various theories appeared online regarding who could be behind the attack starting with Mystique and ending with Mr. Sinister. One particularly interesting theory mentioned Cassandra Nova, a villain about to debut in the MCU in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine.’ Since Cassandra Nova was,...
- 4/12/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Created by Beau DeMayo, X-Men ‘97 is an animated television series based on the Marvel comics superhero team X-Men. The animated series is said to be the revival of 1992’s X-Men: The Animated Series and starts from where the original series ended. The story in X-Men ’97 follows the team facing new challenges following the death of their leader, Professor X.
Several cast members returned to voice their characters from the original series in addition to voicing new characters as well. The series premiered on March 20, 2024, with two episodes on Disney+, and has received positive responses from the audience and critics. Brad Winderbaum, head of streaming television and animation at Marvel Studios, recently shed some light on Beau DeMayo’s departure from the series.
X-Men ’97 premiered on March 20, 2024 (Credits: Disney+) Brad Winderbaum addresses Beau DeMayo’s departure from Marvel’s X-Men ’97
In an exclusive interview with EW, head...
Several cast members returned to voice their characters from the original series in addition to voicing new characters as well. The series premiered on March 20, 2024, with two episodes on Disney+, and has received positive responses from the audience and critics. Brad Winderbaum, head of streaming television and animation at Marvel Studios, recently shed some light on Beau DeMayo’s departure from the series.
X-Men ’97 premiered on March 20, 2024 (Credits: Disney+) Brad Winderbaum addresses Beau DeMayo’s departure from Marvel’s X-Men ’97
In an exclusive interview with EW, head...
- 4/11/2024
- by Avneet Ahluwalia
- FandomWire
Reviving the classic X-Men animated series takes guts. In a list of beloved shows from a bygone era of Saturday Morning television, Marvel’s X-Men stands among select others at the top of Mount Nostalgia, with adamantium claws popped and a dream of equality for mutantkind in its heart. When Marvel announced a return to the fan-favorite animation, it was difficult to imagine the Herculean task of doing justice to the old series while carving a new path. Thankfully, Marvel’s X-Men ’97 launched to rave reviews from critics and fans, and we’ve got the show’s Supervising Producer and Supervising Director, Jake Castorena, to tell us about establishing a new era in mutant-related entertainment.
Speaking with Jake, we discussed the team lineup for X-Men ’97 and who could join the cast. We also talk about how X-Men ’97 is so true to the spirit of the original that...
Speaking with Jake, we discussed the team lineup for X-Men ’97 and who could join the cast. We also talk about how X-Men ’97 is so true to the spirit of the original that...
- 3/28/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
This article contains spoilers regarding the first two episodes of X-Men ‘97.
Both children of Generation X and Children of the Atom have rejoiced with the early success of X-Men ‘97. The show, now streaming new episodes every Wednesday on Disney+, is a child born out of the nostalgia of the kids who once gathered around box-style televisions on Saturday morning to watch their favorite heroes. More importantly, those young viewers are now grown adults, with several of them a part of this new project.
Among those adults is supervising producer Jake Castorena. Before crossing the tracks to Marvel, Castorena predominantly worked with the tremendously successful animation team at DC, helming direct-to-video films such as The Death of Superman, and Reign of the Supermen. While the Dceu at times floundered in its creative journey, Warner Bros. could almost always count on its DC animated films to be critically and even commercially successful.
Both children of Generation X and Children of the Atom have rejoiced with the early success of X-Men ‘97. The show, now streaming new episodes every Wednesday on Disney+, is a child born out of the nostalgia of the kids who once gathered around box-style televisions on Saturday morning to watch their favorite heroes. More importantly, those young viewers are now grown adults, with several of them a part of this new project.
Among those adults is supervising producer Jake Castorena. Before crossing the tracks to Marvel, Castorena predominantly worked with the tremendously successful animation team at DC, helming direct-to-video films such as The Death of Superman, and Reign of the Supermen. While the Dceu at times floundered in its creative journey, Warner Bros. could almost always count on its DC animated films to be critically and even commercially successful.
- 3/27/2024
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
In its first five days of release, the first two episodes of X-Men ’97 amassed four million views, making it Disney+’s most-watched Season 1 premiere for a (Qualifier No. 1) full-length (Qualifier No. 2) animated series since Marvel’s What If…? anthology bowed back in August 2021.
(Disney+ properly defines a “view” as total hours viewed divided by running time; X-Men: ’97 episodes are about 30 minutes each.)
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(Disney+ properly defines a “view” as total hours viewed divided by running time; X-Men: ’97 episodes are about 30 minutes each.)
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- 3/26/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
‘X-Men ’97’ debuted last week on Disney+ with its first two episodes, and the initial reactions are fantastic. The series premiered with a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with critics dubbing it the “Best Marvel release in years.” Metacritic also gave the show a high score of 82, indicating “Universal acclaim” – a rare achievement for recent Marvel Studios projects.
The series capitalizes on its strongest aspect: being a direct continuation of ‘X-Men: The Animated Series.’ It strives to maintain the essence of the original characters and animation while presenting a more mature and “raw” storyline than what audiences typically expect.
‘X-Men ’97’ racked up four million views in its first five days on Disney+. Disney heralds this as the most-watched Season 1 premiere for a full-length animated series on the platform since Marvel’s ‘What If…?’ premiered in 2021, outperforming shows like ‘Iwájú’ and ‘The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder.’ Animated shorts like ‘Star Wars: Visions,...
The series capitalizes on its strongest aspect: being a direct continuation of ‘X-Men: The Animated Series.’ It strives to maintain the essence of the original characters and animation while presenting a more mature and “raw” storyline than what audiences typically expect.
‘X-Men ’97’ racked up four million views in its first five days on Disney+. Disney heralds this as the most-watched Season 1 premiere for a full-length animated series on the platform since Marvel’s ‘What If…?’ premiered in 2021, outperforming shows like ‘Iwájú’ and ‘The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder.’ Animated shorts like ‘Star Wars: Visions,...
- 3/26/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘X-Men ’97’ premiered last week with the two first episodes on Disney+ and the first reactions are amazing. The show premiered with 100 % on Rotten Tomatoes with the critics calling it “Best Marvel release in years’ Metacritic gave the show a high 82 score indicating that it earned “Universal acclaim” – a feat that is a rarity in the last few years when it comes to Marvel Studios projects.
The show in large part played on its greatest strength, the fact that it is a direct continuation of the ‘X-Men: The Animated Series’ as it tried to imitate both the characters and animation to a reasonable extent while keeping the plot more mature and “raw” than what we’re used to seeing.
‘X-Men ’97’ had four million views within its initial five days on Disney+. Disney reports this achievement as the streamer’s most-viewed Season 1 premiere for a full-length animated series since Marvel’s ‘What If…...
The show in large part played on its greatest strength, the fact that it is a direct continuation of the ‘X-Men: The Animated Series’ as it tried to imitate both the characters and animation to a reasonable extent while keeping the plot more mature and “raw” than what we’re used to seeing.
‘X-Men ’97’ had four million views within its initial five days on Disney+. Disney reports this achievement as the streamer’s most-viewed Season 1 premiere for a full-length animated series since Marvel’s ‘What If…...
- 3/26/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
“X-Men ’97” hit four million views in its first five days on Disney+.
According to Disney, this marks the streamer’s most-watched Season 1 premiere for a full-length animated series since Marvel’s “What If…?” debuted in 2021, putting “X-Men ’97” ahead of shows including “Iwájú” and “The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder.”
“X-Men ’97” follows up on “X-Men: The Animated Series,” which ran on Fox Kids from 1992 to 1997. The new series follows the X-Men through new challenges after the loss of their leader, Professor Charles Xavier. The cast includes Ray Chase as Cyclops, Jennifer Hale as Jean Grey, Alison Sealy-Smith as Storm, Cal Dodd as Wolverine, Jp Karliak as Morph, Lenore Zann as Rogue, George Buza as Beast, Aj LoCascio as Gambit, Holly Chou as Jubilee, Isaac Robinson-Smith as Bishop, Matthew Waterson as Magneto and Adrian Hough as Nightcrawler.
Beau DeMayo serves as head writer of “X-Men ’97,” while episodes are directed by Jake Castorena,...
According to Disney, this marks the streamer’s most-watched Season 1 premiere for a full-length animated series since Marvel’s “What If…?” debuted in 2021, putting “X-Men ’97” ahead of shows including “Iwájú” and “The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder.”
“X-Men ’97” follows up on “X-Men: The Animated Series,” which ran on Fox Kids from 1992 to 1997. The new series follows the X-Men through new challenges after the loss of their leader, Professor Charles Xavier. The cast includes Ray Chase as Cyclops, Jennifer Hale as Jean Grey, Alison Sealy-Smith as Storm, Cal Dodd as Wolverine, Jp Karliak as Morph, Lenore Zann as Rogue, George Buza as Beast, Aj LoCascio as Gambit, Holly Chou as Jubilee, Isaac Robinson-Smith as Bishop, Matthew Waterson as Magneto and Adrian Hough as Nightcrawler.
Beau DeMayo serves as head writer of “X-Men ’97,” while episodes are directed by Jake Castorena,...
- 3/25/2024
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
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“X-Men ’97” scored an impressive debut on Disney+.
The premiere episode of “X-Men ’97” brought in 4 million views globally within its first 5 days on the streamer, according to internal streaming data. The launch now stands as the most-viewed full-length animated series premiere on Disney+ since “What If…?” Season 1 in August 2021.
Beyond the debut audience, even the trailer for “X-Men ’97” made a splash on the streamer, with views for all five seasons of the original 1992 “X-Men” animated series skyrocketing by 522% since the “X-Men ’97” trailer launched on Feb. 15.
The streamer also saw another success as Taylor Swift’s “Eras Tour” movie debuted to 4.6 million views and 16.2 million hours on Disney+ in its opening weekend. The three-and-a-half hour movie marked the streamer’s most-watched music film to date, outpacing films...
“X-Men ’97” scored an impressive debut on Disney+.
The premiere episode of “X-Men ’97” brought in 4 million views globally within its first 5 days on the streamer, according to internal streaming data. The launch now stands as the most-viewed full-length animated series premiere on Disney+ since “What If…?” Season 1 in August 2021.
Beyond the debut audience, even the trailer for “X-Men ’97” made a splash on the streamer, with views for all five seasons of the original 1992 “X-Men” animated series skyrocketing by 522% since the “X-Men ’97” trailer launched on Feb. 15.
The streamer also saw another success as Taylor Swift’s “Eras Tour” movie debuted to 4.6 million views and 16.2 million hours on Disney+ in its opening weekend. The three-and-a-half hour movie marked the streamer’s most-watched music film to date, outpacing films...
- 3/25/2024
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
LeBron James has joined the fans in celebrating the return of the nostalgic characters from X-Men: The Animated Show. The new series, X-Men ’97, started streaming on Disney+ on March 20th. The New York Lakers player posted a couple of tweets about the series, showing how engaged he was in the Marvel series. In his recent post, he shared that he couldn’t wait to see more of the series after the debut of first two episodes.
A still from the new X-Men ’97
X-Men ’97 was announced at Marvel Studios in November 2021 and attached Beau DeMayo as the showrunner and Jake Castorena as the director. Interestingly, just days before the release of the series, DeMayo was let go from the series after he had almost finished working on Season 2.
LeBron James Just Gave X-Men ’97 Series A Big Boost LeBron James (star of Space Jam: A New Legacy) expresses...
A still from the new X-Men ’97
X-Men ’97 was announced at Marvel Studios in November 2021 and attached Beau DeMayo as the showrunner and Jake Castorena as the director. Interestingly, just days before the release of the series, DeMayo was let go from the series after he had almost finished working on Season 2.
LeBron James Just Gave X-Men ’97 Series A Big Boost LeBron James (star of Space Jam: A New Legacy) expresses...
- 3/24/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Spoilers for "X-Men '97" to follow.
The X-Men are back on TV and "X-Men '97" wants you to feel like they never left. The animation is different, but many of the original "X-Men" voice actors are back and the story picks up mere months after the O.G. series finale "Graduation Day." (Need an "X-Men" refresher before "'97"? We've got you covered.) The creators of "X-Men '97" are fans passionate about getting it right and it shows.
/Film's Ethan Anderton spoke with "X-Men '97" supervising producer/head director Jake Castorena for an episode of the /Film Daily podcast. Castorena stressed that making the show feel compatible with the old series was a priority:
"[We had to understand] that it's a revival. It's not a reboot. It's a spiritual successor, it's on the shoulders of what came before, and it's got to feel like it's a continuation. The goal is, you've gotta go from 'Graduation Day,...
The X-Men are back on TV and "X-Men '97" wants you to feel like they never left. The animation is different, but many of the original "X-Men" voice actors are back and the story picks up mere months after the O.G. series finale "Graduation Day." (Need an "X-Men" refresher before "'97"? We've got you covered.) The creators of "X-Men '97" are fans passionate about getting it right and it shows.
/Film's Ethan Anderton spoke with "X-Men '97" supervising producer/head director Jake Castorena for an episode of the /Film Daily podcast. Castorena stressed that making the show feel compatible with the old series was a priority:
"[We had to understand] that it's a revival. It's not a reboot. It's a spiritual successor, it's on the shoulders of what came before, and it's got to feel like it's a continuation. The goal is, you've gotta go from 'Graduation Day,...
- 3/23/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
The beauty of “X-Men ’97” (currently streaming on Disney+) is that it’s more than just a nostalgia trip — it’s a very timely continuation of “X-Men: The Animated Series” that addresses today’s more complicated world while staying true to the spirit of the original. There’s a greater celebration of queer diversity (Morph has been redesigned as a non-binary shapeshifter) but also an accelerated powder keg of hate, which makes the mutants’ enemies much more formidable. This calls for drastic action, which is why the torch has been passed to former arch nemesis Magneto (Matthew Waterson) to lead the X-Men following the loss of Professor Xavier.
The 10-episode animated series also represents Marvel’s first “X-Men” project since regaining the rights from Fox and serves as a prelude to the franchise joining the MCU in this summer’s lone Marvel movie, “Deadpool & Wolverine.” Yet it was vital...
The 10-episode animated series also represents Marvel’s first “X-Men” project since regaining the rights from Fox and serves as a prelude to the franchise joining the MCU in this summer’s lone Marvel movie, “Deadpool & Wolverine.” Yet it was vital...
- 3/22/2024
- by Bill Desowitz
- Indiewire
A Marvel project has received the studio’s first perfect Rotten Tomatoes score since the launch of the MCU.
Disney+’s newly launched animated series X-Men ’97 has a very rare 100 percent “Fresh” rating.
While many of the reviewers are from more niche fan-focused sites than for a typical live-action show or feature film, the score nonetheless edges out Marvel’s other top-scored projects like 2022’s Ms. Marvel (98 percent), 2018’s Black Panther (96 percent), 2013’s Marvel’s Agents of Shield (95 percent) and 2019’s Avengers: Endgame (94 percent).
Marvel Animation’s X-Men ’97, which premiered Wednesday, reboots 1992’s X-Men: The Animated Series. From the official descriptions: X-Men ’97 “revisits the iconic era of the 1990s as The X-Men, a band of mutants who use their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them, are challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future.”
A sample...
Disney+’s newly launched animated series X-Men ’97 has a very rare 100 percent “Fresh” rating.
While many of the reviewers are from more niche fan-focused sites than for a typical live-action show or feature film, the score nonetheless edges out Marvel’s other top-scored projects like 2022’s Ms. Marvel (98 percent), 2018’s Black Panther (96 percent), 2013’s Marvel’s Agents of Shield (95 percent) and 2019’s Avengers: Endgame (94 percent).
Marvel Animation’s X-Men ’97, which premiered Wednesday, reboots 1992’s X-Men: The Animated Series. From the official descriptions: X-Men ’97 “revisits the iconic era of the 1990s as The X-Men, a band of mutants who use their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them, are challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future.”
A sample...
- 3/22/2024
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The '90s gave us some of the best kids' show theme songs of all time, from "Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers" to "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air." But even those classic examples couldn't quite match the sheer ear-wormery of the opening titles to "X-Men: The Animated Series." The beloved Fox Kids show didn't even need lyrics to embed itself in the collective cortex of a generation, who can surely recall its dynamic, synthesized tones in a split second.
Now, Disney has decided to tap into that reservoir of nostalgia with "X-Men '97," an animated streaming show that apes the original's distinctive visual style and picks up where its 1997 series finale left off. Everything we've seen in the lead-up to its release points to a faithful revival, with the easter egg-filled "X-Men '97" trailer promising a show that not only feels aesthetically akin to the original but brings back plenty of the Og voice actors.
Now, Disney has decided to tap into that reservoir of nostalgia with "X-Men '97," an animated streaming show that apes the original's distinctive visual style and picks up where its 1997 series finale left off. Everything we've seen in the lead-up to its release points to a faithful revival, with the easter egg-filled "X-Men '97" trailer promising a show that not only feels aesthetically akin to the original but brings back plenty of the Og voice actors.
- 3/20/2024
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
Marvel recently revived its highly successful X-Men: The Animated Series from the 90s under the name of X-Men ’97 and the fans couldn’t just control their excitement. The showrunners of the show have even tried to bring back the original voice actors from X-Men: The Animated Series in order to keep the consistency in both series despite having a 30-year gap in release.
X-Men ’97
The director of X-Men ’97 talks about getting back the original cast
X-Men is one of Marvel’s most popular superhero teams. The team arguably comes 2nd in popularity right after The Avengers as the latter has gained a lot of admiration and acclaim since their live-action adaptation in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Suggested“They’ve changed their tunes”: X-Men ’97 Faces a Drastically Different Fate Than Its Origin Story That Got Rejected By Almost Every Hollywood Studio
As we saw in the first 2 episodes of X-Men ’97,...
X-Men ’97
The director of X-Men ’97 talks about getting back the original cast
X-Men is one of Marvel’s most popular superhero teams. The team arguably comes 2nd in popularity right after The Avengers as the latter has gained a lot of admiration and acclaim since their live-action adaptation in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Suggested“They’ve changed their tunes”: X-Men ’97 Faces a Drastically Different Fate Than Its Origin Story That Got Rejected By Almost Every Hollywood Studio
As we saw in the first 2 episodes of X-Men ’97,...
- 3/20/2024
- by Shikhar Tiwari
- FandomWire
With the release of the highly anticipated series X-Men ’97, supervising producer and head director Jake Castorena shares some important details about the show as well as the casting process.
X-Men ’97
Indeed, many of the details from 1992’s X-Men: The Animated Series were borrowed for the sequel. Even before the producer was brought on board, the specifics were already laid down so fans can expect a lot of similarities with its predecessor.
X-Men ’97 Director On Getting Original Cast On Board
The main goal of X-Men ’97 is to make viewers feel like they are watching the next episode of The Animated Series, so that’s why from the animation style down to the voice cast, everything has to match. Jake Castorena shared in his interview via Moviefone the importance of getting the original actors back on track.
“That was one of those decisions that was just kind of already made.
X-Men ’97
Indeed, many of the details from 1992’s X-Men: The Animated Series were borrowed for the sequel. Even before the producer was brought on board, the specifics were already laid down so fans can expect a lot of similarities with its predecessor.
X-Men ’97 Director On Getting Original Cast On Board
The main goal of X-Men ’97 is to make viewers feel like they are watching the next episode of The Animated Series, so that’s why from the animation style down to the voice cast, everything has to match. Jake Castorena shared in his interview via Moviefone the importance of getting the original actors back on track.
“That was one of those decisions that was just kind of already made.
- 3/20/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
An eagerly anticipated continuation of one of the greatest Marvel animated series ever is set to happen with X-Men ‘97, fulfilling the dreams of all ‘90s Marvel fans. The reason for the peculiar name is that it is a revival of the acclaimed 1992 television program X-Men: The Animated Series, which aired for just one season before concluding in 1997.
With the release of the Deadpool & Wolverine trailer as well as the latest X-Men ‘97 update, Marvel appears to have successfully restored the trust of their fan base. The studio’s run of a few cinematic weak movies (The Marvels) left even the most devoted Marvel fans cold. Therefore, the studio bears the responsibility of producing successful films or television shows.
Morph will return as a non-binary character in X-Men ‘97
However, many fans may be unaware that Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige had two non-negotiable conditions that ultimately played a...
With the release of the Deadpool & Wolverine trailer as well as the latest X-Men ‘97 update, Marvel appears to have successfully restored the trust of their fan base. The studio’s run of a few cinematic weak movies (The Marvels) left even the most devoted Marvel fans cold. Therefore, the studio bears the responsibility of producing successful films or television shows.
Morph will return as a non-binary character in X-Men ‘97
However, many fans may be unaware that Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige had two non-negotiable conditions that ultimately played a...
- 3/19/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Any mention of the X-Men is sure to get a ‘90s kid humming that iconic theme song from the animated series under their breath. So when Marvel Studios announced X-Men ‘97, a direct continuation of the beloved original series, as their first official foray into the world of beloved characters such as Magneto and Wolverine, fans were elated. And rest assured, for those looking to ease into the show without watching all of the original seasons and reading the comics beforehand, it has electrifying animation, riveting storylines, and relevant themes to hook even the completely uninitiated. Below, supervising director Jake Castorena tells us what to expect from the new season, with new characters, new visuals, potential team-ups, and much more! We get started right off the bat with the introduction of Roberto DaCosta, a.k.a. Sunspot (voiced by Gui Agustini), in X-Men ‘97, and in the last season of the original series,...
- 3/18/2024
- TV Insider
The creators of the upcoming X-Men ’97 series want to clarify that their decision to make Morph a nonbinary individual does not stem from the woke culture of modern society but rather from the figure’s own skills and powers.
X-Men: The Animated Series
The backlash on this character’s radical change was so severe that the original creators of X-Men: The Animated Series had to explain their side and illuminate fans who have been having confused thoughts about Morph’s portrayal. They also returned to give their input on the reboot.
X-Men ’97 Creative Heads Defend Morph As A Non-binary Character
During an interview with Variety, director Larry Houston claimed that being nonbinary is the same thing as being a shapeshifter, which is Morph’s signature power.
“For me, the word ‘nonbinary’ is the same as the word ‘shapeshifter.’ Every character that can change from one gender to another,...
X-Men: The Animated Series
The backlash on this character’s radical change was so severe that the original creators of X-Men: The Animated Series had to explain their side and illuminate fans who have been having confused thoughts about Morph’s portrayal. They also returned to give their input on the reboot.
X-Men ’97 Creative Heads Defend Morph As A Non-binary Character
During an interview with Variety, director Larry Houston claimed that being nonbinary is the same thing as being a shapeshifter, which is Morph’s signature power.
“For me, the word ‘nonbinary’ is the same as the word ‘shapeshifter.’ Every character that can change from one gender to another,...
- 3/18/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
On the eve of its Disney+ debut on March 20, X-Men ’97 showrunner Beau DeMayo exited the project unceremoniously. Questions surrounding DeMayo’s departure started circulating immediately when the news reached social media and other outlets. Nowadays, the stewards of marque projects for top-of-the-food-chain studios like Disney and Marvel don’t simply “disappear” without people assuming the worst. Today, Brad Winderbaum, the head of streaming television and animation at Marvel Studios, commented on DeMayo’s exit, though his remarks are somewhat vague.
“I can’t talk about the details,” Winderbaum tells Entertainment Weekly, “but I can say that Beau had real respect and passion for these characters and wrote what I think are excellent scripts that really the rest of the team were able to draw inspiration from [to] build this amazing show that’s on screen.”
When asked if he would call DeMayo’s departure a “firing,” Winderbaum said, “I don’t.
“I can’t talk about the details,” Winderbaum tells Entertainment Weekly, “but I can say that Beau had real respect and passion for these characters and wrote what I think are excellent scripts that really the rest of the team were able to draw inspiration from [to] build this amazing show that’s on screen.”
When asked if he would call DeMayo’s departure a “firing,” Winderbaum said, “I don’t.
- 3/15/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
“What the hell’s a mutant?”
Over 30 years ago, Canadian voice actor Cal Dodd auditioned for Project X, an animated show at the now-defunct Fox Kids – a children’s programming block known in the ‘90s for Saturday morning cartoons. He was up for a character called Wolverine, and he read lines for a scene with someone named Sabretooth.
“Is this an animal cartoon?” he recalls wondering as he stood in a vocal booth in Toronto.
Meanwhile in the U.S., Alison Sealy-Smith couldn’t believe she was stooping so low for her role.
“I had no idea what this was about,” she says. “They told me it was a cartoon. I felt a little quiver because I was supposed to be this serious actress. I was out in Connecticut doing Shakespeare at the time. I had no idea what I was getting myself into.”
Lenore Zann had just wrapped up...
Over 30 years ago, Canadian voice actor Cal Dodd auditioned for Project X, an animated show at the now-defunct Fox Kids – a children’s programming block known in the ‘90s for Saturday morning cartoons. He was up for a character called Wolverine, and he read lines for a scene with someone named Sabretooth.
“Is this an animal cartoon?” he recalls wondering as he stood in a vocal booth in Toronto.
Meanwhile in the U.S., Alison Sealy-Smith couldn’t believe she was stooping so low for her role.
“I had no idea what this was about,” she says. “They told me it was a cartoon. I felt a little quiver because I was supposed to be this serious actress. I was out in Connecticut doing Shakespeare at the time. I had no idea what I was getting myself into.”
Lenore Zann had just wrapped up...
- 3/14/2024
- by Jordan Moreau
- Variety Film + TV
We’re just a week away from the premiere of X-Men ’97, the highly anticipated relaunch of the beloved ’90s animated series, but in a shocking move, Marvel has fired creator Beau DeMayo.
THR reports that DeMayo was fired from X-Men ’97 last week, with his company e-mail immediately deactivated as cast and crew were informed that the creator was out of the picture. DeMayo’s Instagram account, which he frequently updated, has also been deleted. The reason behind the firing is unknown, as Marvel had no comment and DeMayo’s reps didn’t return calls. DeMayo had already completed work on the second season of X-Men ’97 and had even been brainstorming ideas for a potential third season, which makes his abrupt exit all the more mysterious.
Related X-Men ’97 episode count and release window revealed
DeMayo had previously worked with Marvel on the Moon Knight series and even...
THR reports that DeMayo was fired from X-Men ’97 last week, with his company e-mail immediately deactivated as cast and crew were informed that the creator was out of the picture. DeMayo’s Instagram account, which he frequently updated, has also been deleted. The reason behind the firing is unknown, as Marvel had no comment and DeMayo’s reps didn’t return calls. DeMayo had already completed work on the second season of X-Men ’97 and had even been brainstorming ideas for a potential third season, which makes his abrupt exit all the more mysterious.
Related X-Men ’97 episode count and release window revealed
DeMayo had previously worked with Marvel on the Moon Knight series and even...
- 3/12/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Beau DeMayo, head writer and executive producer of Disney+’s X-Men ’97, Marvel Animation’s revival of the classic ’90s animated series, has parted ways with Marvel just ahead of the series premiere, sources close to the project tell Deadline.
A reason for his departure is not clear. De Mayo had already completed writing both seasons 1 and 2 of the series, which holds its L.A. premiere tomorrow, March 13. The series begins streaming its first season March 20 on Disney+.
Marvel had no comment.
X-Men ’97 revisits the iconic era of the 1990s as The X-Men, a band of mutants who use their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them, are challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future.
The voice cast includes Ray Chase as Cyclops, Jennifer Hale as Jean Grey, Alison Sealy-Smith as Storm, Cal Dodd as Wolverine, Jp Karliak as Morph,...
A reason for his departure is not clear. De Mayo had already completed writing both seasons 1 and 2 of the series, which holds its L.A. premiere tomorrow, March 13. The series begins streaming its first season March 20 on Disney+.
Marvel had no comment.
X-Men ’97 revisits the iconic era of the 1990s as The X-Men, a band of mutants who use their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them, are challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future.
The voice cast includes Ray Chase as Cyclops, Jennifer Hale as Jean Grey, Alison Sealy-Smith as Storm, Cal Dodd as Wolverine, Jp Karliak as Morph,...
- 3/12/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
X-Men: The Animated Series ran on Fox, as part of the Fox Kids programming block, for five seasons and a total of 76 episodes from October 31, 1992 to September 20, 1997. More than twenty years after the show went off the air, it’s getting a revival called X-Men ’97, which is set to premiere on the Disney+ streaming service on March 20th. With that date swiftly approaching, a new promo for X-Men ’97 has arrived online with the promise that this show is going to be “like old times.” You can check it out in the embed at the bottom of this article.
Here’s how Marvel describes the series: Following a familiar team with the “DNA of the original show,” an impactful event in X-Men ‘97 will launch the reunited X-Men into an all-new chapter that will resonate with fans of the original series. We’ve heard that Mister Sinister is the primary antagonist.
Here’s how Marvel describes the series: Following a familiar team with the “DNA of the original show,” an impactful event in X-Men ‘97 will launch the reunited X-Men into an all-new chapter that will resonate with fans of the original series. We’ve heard that Mister Sinister is the primary antagonist.
- 3/12/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Disney+ has debuted the trailer for the upcoming Marvel Animation series ‘X-Men ’97’.
The ten-episode series revisits the iconic era of the 1990s as The X-Men, a band of mutants who use their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them, are challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future.
The voice cast includes Ray Chase as Cyclops, Jennifer Hale as Jean Grey, Alison Sealy-Smith as Storm, Cal Dodd as Wolverine, Jp Karliak as Morph, Lenore Zann as Rogue, George Buza as Beast, Aj LoCascio as Gambit, Holly Chou as Jubilee, Isaac Robinson-Smith as Bishop, Matthew Waterson as Magneto and Adrian Hough as Nightcrawler.
Beau DeMayo serves as head writer; episodes are directed by Jake Castorena, Chase Conley and Emi Yonemura. Featuring music by The Newton Brothers, the series is executive produced by Brad Winderbaum, Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso and DeMayo.
The ten-episode series revisits the iconic era of the 1990s as The X-Men, a band of mutants who use their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them, are challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future.
The voice cast includes Ray Chase as Cyclops, Jennifer Hale as Jean Grey, Alison Sealy-Smith as Storm, Cal Dodd as Wolverine, Jp Karliak as Morph, Lenore Zann as Rogue, George Buza as Beast, Aj LoCascio as Gambit, Holly Chou as Jubilee, Isaac Robinson-Smith as Bishop, Matthew Waterson as Magneto and Adrian Hough as Nightcrawler.
Beau DeMayo serves as head writer; episodes are directed by Jake Castorena, Chase Conley and Emi Yonemura. Featuring music by The Newton Brothers, the series is executive produced by Brad Winderbaum, Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso and DeMayo.
- 2/16/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
In 1992, an animated series called X-Men: The Animated Series debuted in the US. This was Marvel Comics’ second attempt at an animated X-Men series after the pilot series X-Men: Pryde of the X-Men was not revived for a second season. Unlike the latter, X-Men: The Animated Series gained critical acclaim, and had very high ratings for a Saturday morning cartoon series. The show reached a total of 23 million households.
The finale of the series, which was aired in 1997, saw the death of Professor Charles Xavier. This put the future of the X-Men into his students’ hands. At the time, Jean Grey had said fate lay in their hands. As fate would have it, the iconic Saturday morning cartoon series featuring its classic animation style is returning in a new show for 2024, and fans are hit by nostalgia as some relive their childhood memories through the trailer itself.
A scene from...
The finale of the series, which was aired in 1997, saw the death of Professor Charles Xavier. This put the future of the X-Men into his students’ hands. At the time, Jean Grey had said fate lay in their hands. As fate would have it, the iconic Saturday morning cartoon series featuring its classic animation style is returning in a new show for 2024, and fans are hit by nostalgia as some relive their childhood memories through the trailer itself.
A scene from...
- 2/16/2024
- by Ankita Shaw
- FandomWire
Disney+ has set a spring premiere date for Marvel Animation’s X-Men ’97, a revival of the classic ’90s animated series. The new 10-episode series will begin streaming on March 20. You can watch the first trailer above.
Written by Beau DeMayo, X-Men ’97 revisits the iconic era of the 1990s as The X-Men, a band of mutants who use their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them, are challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future.
The voice cast includes Ray Chase as Cyclops, Jennifer Hale as Jean Grey, Alison Sealy-Smith as Storm, Cal Dodd as Wolverine, Jp Karliak as Morph, Lenore Zann as Rogue, George Buza as Beast, Aj LoCascio as Gambit, Holly Chou as Jubilee, Isaac Robinson-Smith as Bishop, Matthew Waterson as Magneto and Adrian Hough as Nightcrawler.
The series initially was expected to premiere in 2023, but was pushed...
Written by Beau DeMayo, X-Men ’97 revisits the iconic era of the 1990s as The X-Men, a band of mutants who use their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them, are challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future.
The voice cast includes Ray Chase as Cyclops, Jennifer Hale as Jean Grey, Alison Sealy-Smith as Storm, Cal Dodd as Wolverine, Jp Karliak as Morph, Lenore Zann as Rogue, George Buza as Beast, Aj LoCascio as Gambit, Holly Chou as Jubilee, Isaac Robinson-Smith as Bishop, Matthew Waterson as Magneto and Adrian Hough as Nightcrawler.
The series initially was expected to premiere in 2023, but was pushed...
- 2/15/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
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