The X-Men are due to make thier appearance in the MCU, and there are a lot of theories as to how they will be integrated into the history of the franchise. Some have suggested that mutants will enter the MCU from a different universe, one that will be assimilated into the sacred timeline. However, another theory has emerged, suggesting that the X-Men have already been part of the MCU.
The X-Men | Marvel Comics
There have been multiple theories about how the X-Men exist in the MCU. Some have suggested that Charles Xavier is responsible for hiding mutants in the MCU, while others say that the mutants will slowly emerge now that The Blip has been undone. There is one theory that suggests that not only have mutants always existed in the MCU, but some sort of cataclysmic event wiped them out from the memories of the general public.
The X-Men | Marvel Comics
There have been multiple theories about how the X-Men exist in the MCU. Some have suggested that Charles Xavier is responsible for hiding mutants in the MCU, while others say that the mutants will slowly emerge now that The Blip has been undone. There is one theory that suggests that not only have mutants always existed in the MCU, but some sort of cataclysmic event wiped them out from the memories of the general public.
- 5/23/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
The season 1 finale of Marvel Studios' acclaimed animated series, X-Men '97, hit Disney+ last Wednesday, and the events of "Tolerance is Extinction - Part 3" may have given us a pretty good idea of which characters will be undergoing a major personality change when the show returns for its second season.
If you haven't watched the episode yet, spoilers follow.
In the closing moments of the drama-filled finale, the team managed to defeat Bastion and prevent Asteroid M from destroying the planet, but the heroes ended up being transported through time in the process (by who or what remains to be seen).
Xavier (Ross Marquand), Magneto (Matthew Waterson), Rogue (Lenore Zann), Nightcrawler (Adrian Hough), and Beast (George Buza) find themselves in Egypt in the year 3,000 B.C., where they encounter a younger En Sabah Nur (Adetokumboh M'Cormack); while Jean Grey (Jennifer Hale) and Cyclops (Ray Chase) land way into the future in the year 3960 A.
If you haven't watched the episode yet, spoilers follow.
In the closing moments of the drama-filled finale, the team managed to defeat Bastion and prevent Asteroid M from destroying the planet, but the heroes ended up being transported through time in the process (by who or what remains to be seen).
Xavier (Ross Marquand), Magneto (Matthew Waterson), Rogue (Lenore Zann), Nightcrawler (Adrian Hough), and Beast (George Buza) find themselves in Egypt in the year 3,000 B.C., where they encounter a younger En Sabah Nur (Adetokumboh M'Cormack); while Jean Grey (Jennifer Hale) and Cyclops (Ray Chase) land way into the future in the year 3960 A.
- 5/23/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Marvel fans were in for a surprise when they sat down for the X-Men ’97 Season finale. While they expected a Spider-Man cameo in the film, they never expected to get an answer to the biggest cliffhanger of the ’90s. It was revealed that Peter Parker had finally found Mary Jane, a storyline from the 1994 animated series Spider-Man that never saw the light of day.
Peter Parker and Mj from Spider-Man 1994 make an appearance in X-Men ’97 | Marvel Studios Animation
The big reveal also made fans question whether a Spider-Man ’97 (or is it ’98) revival is in the books for Marvel Studios Animation. Brad Winderbaum, the Head of Animation, has an answer that may not fully satisfy the Spider-Man fans.
Brad Winderbaum Keeps Fans’ Hope Up For Spider-Man ’97 Revival
Spider-Man in X-Men ’97 | Marvel Studios Animation
The tenth and final episode of X-Men ’97 Season 1, titled Tolerance is Extinction – Part 3, featured cameos from several Avengers.
Peter Parker and Mj from Spider-Man 1994 make an appearance in X-Men ’97 | Marvel Studios Animation
The big reveal also made fans question whether a Spider-Man ’97 (or is it ’98) revival is in the books for Marvel Studios Animation. Brad Winderbaum, the Head of Animation, has an answer that may not fully satisfy the Spider-Man fans.
Brad Winderbaum Keeps Fans’ Hope Up For Spider-Man ’97 Revival
Spider-Man in X-Men ’97 | Marvel Studios Animation
The tenth and final episode of X-Men ’97 Season 1, titled Tolerance is Extinction – Part 3, featured cameos from several Avengers.
- 5/23/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
The X-Men '97 finale featured some huge Marvel Universe cameos, including Black Panther. However, we'd later discover that T'Chaka was beneath the mask, not T'Challa.
The decision has perplexed viewers, particularly when T'Challa's father is typically portrayed as the former Black Panther who fought alongside Captain America in World War II. T'Challa being sidelined has spawned many fan theories, with most convinced the decision must be related to Chadwick Boseman's death.
Following the actor's tragic passing, Marvel Studios chose not to recast his Black Panther. Instead, the hero died off-screen in the MCU, and 2022's Black Panther: Wakanda Forever ended with the reveal that he has a son, also called T'Challa.
In an interview with Phase Zero (via Toonado.com), X-Men '97 supervising director Jake Castorena was asked if there was a reason T'Chaka was depicted as Black Panther after the short-lived Fantastic Four: The Animated Series featured the...
The decision has perplexed viewers, particularly when T'Challa's father is typically portrayed as the former Black Panther who fought alongside Captain America in World War II. T'Challa being sidelined has spawned many fan theories, with most convinced the decision must be related to Chadwick Boseman's death.
Following the actor's tragic passing, Marvel Studios chose not to recast his Black Panther. Instead, the hero died off-screen in the MCU, and 2022's Black Panther: Wakanda Forever ended with the reveal that he has a son, also called T'Challa.
In an interview with Phase Zero (via Toonado.com), X-Men '97 supervising director Jake Castorena was asked if there was a reason T'Chaka was depicted as Black Panther after the short-lived Fantastic Four: The Animated Series featured the...
- 5/22/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
T’Chaka’s Black Panther cameo in X-Men ‘97 was met with so much criticism that director Jake Castorena had to explain why they chose T’Chaka over T’Challa to appear in the series. Meanwhile, others wondered why bring back the character at all, now that Chadwick Boseman has passed away.
Chadwick Boseman in Black Panther / Marvel Studios
The Disney+ show has been peppered with a lot of controversies over the course of its Season 1 run, and the finale did not fail to elicit more conversations among fans.
X-Men ‘97 Director Explains T’Chaka’s Cameo As Black Panther
Jake Castorena is aware of the backlash that T’Chaka’s Black Panther has received, but according to the director, it was more of series creator Beau DeMayo’s jurisdiction. Appearing on Comic Book’s Phase Zero podcast, Castorena stated:
Some of the Black Panther of it all are definitely closed...
Chadwick Boseman in Black Panther / Marvel Studios
The Disney+ show has been peppered with a lot of controversies over the course of its Season 1 run, and the finale did not fail to elicit more conversations among fans.
X-Men ‘97 Director Explains T’Chaka’s Cameo As Black Panther
Jake Castorena is aware of the backlash that T’Chaka’s Black Panther has received, but according to the director, it was more of series creator Beau DeMayo’s jurisdiction. Appearing on Comic Book’s Phase Zero podcast, Castorena stated:
Some of the Black Panther of it all are definitely closed...
- 5/22/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
X-Men '97 was a big hit with critics right from the start, but the Disney+ revival series has now become the highest-rated Marvel Studios project - live-action or animated, big or small screen - in the 16-year history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
With more reviews now counted for last Wednesday's season finale, X-Men '97 has reached a perfect 100% on Rotten Tomatoes. This takes it past Marvel's previous top-rated Disney+ show, Ms. Marvel (98%), and movie, Black Panther (96%), to become the most positively-reviewed MCU project of all time on the popular aggregator site.
The series wasn't only a critical favourite, as Deadline reports that May 15th's cameo-filled finale, "Tolerance is Extinction, Part 3," amassed a whopping 3.5 million views globally in its first five days on the streaming platform, making it the most-viewed full-length animated series finale since Season 1 of What If…?.
Marvel Studios has clearly taken note of the show's popularity, and...
With more reviews now counted for last Wednesday's season finale, X-Men '97 has reached a perfect 100% on Rotten Tomatoes. This takes it past Marvel's previous top-rated Disney+ show, Ms. Marvel (98%), and movie, Black Panther (96%), to become the most positively-reviewed MCU project of all time on the popular aggregator site.
The series wasn't only a critical favourite, as Deadline reports that May 15th's cameo-filled finale, "Tolerance is Extinction, Part 3," amassed a whopping 3.5 million views globally in its first five days on the streaming platform, making it the most-viewed full-length animated series finale since Season 1 of What If…?.
Marvel Studios has clearly taken note of the show's popularity, and...
- 5/22/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Amid the extensive hype for Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman’s Deadpool & Wolverine, a new MCU report has extended further excitement. As Deadpool and Wolverine belong to the same saga, the new report of the X-Men reboot locking a writer shows that Marvel Studios is quite serious about the former Fox mutant superhero franchise.
Beau DeMayo. Credit: beau_demayo/Ig
Beau DeMayo, the creative mind behind X-Men ’97, celebrated the prowess of the show. X-Men ’97 has been one fine addition to the Marvel Animations, and fans and critics have embraced the show with open hearts. The animated series is a nostalgic treat carrying almost a similar essence to the comic book on the screen.
Beau DeMayo Celebrates The Best Marvel Series Of Recent Times
Official art for X-Men ’97. Credit: Marvel Animation
There would not be an extensive debate after claiming that X-Men ’97 is the best Marvel show of recent times.
Beau DeMayo. Credit: beau_demayo/Ig
Beau DeMayo, the creative mind behind X-Men ’97, celebrated the prowess of the show. X-Men ’97 has been one fine addition to the Marvel Animations, and fans and critics have embraced the show with open hearts. The animated series is a nostalgic treat carrying almost a similar essence to the comic book on the screen.
Beau DeMayo Celebrates The Best Marvel Series Of Recent Times
Official art for X-Men ’97. Credit: Marvel Animation
There would not be an extensive debate after claiming that X-Men ’97 is the best Marvel show of recent times.
- 5/22/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
‘X-Men ’97’ proved to be an unforeseen success for Marvel Studios. After a string of disappointments in 2023, the studio was in desperate need of something to rekindle faith in the franchise amidst a slew of lackluster narratives.
Enter ‘X-Men ’97,’ a revival of the beloved ‘X-Men: The Animated Series.’ Fans were pleasantly astonished when the showrunners successfully honored the essence of the original series while infusing it with fresh, modern elements.
The inaugural season of the series concluded on a high, tantalizing viewers with a plethora of exciting possibilities, including yet another dive into multiversal complexities. Director Jake Castorena delved into a range of topics, from the introduction of Black Panther in Season 2 to the intricacies of timelines, in his recent interview with Phase Zero.
Black Panther is definitely closed doors conversations that I wasn’t privy that was definitely on Beau and in the executives realm. But for us,...
Enter ‘X-Men ’97,’ a revival of the beloved ‘X-Men: The Animated Series.’ Fans were pleasantly astonished when the showrunners successfully honored the essence of the original series while infusing it with fresh, modern elements.
The inaugural season of the series concluded on a high, tantalizing viewers with a plethora of exciting possibilities, including yet another dive into multiversal complexities. Director Jake Castorena delved into a range of topics, from the introduction of Black Panther in Season 2 to the intricacies of timelines, in his recent interview with Phase Zero.
Black Panther is definitely closed doors conversations that I wasn’t privy that was definitely on Beau and in the executives realm. But for us,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘X-Men ’97’ was an unexpected hit for Marvel Studios. Following a series of flops in 2023 the studio really needed something to restore at least some of the faith that the franchise could be salvaged from a series of bad stories.
In comes ‘X-Men ’97’ a revival of the old ‘X-Men: The Animated Series.’ Fans were wonderfully surprised when the showrunners managed to keep faithful to the old show with new and modern twists.
The first season of the show ended on a high note, teasing plenty of wonderful things including some multiversal hassle once again. In his latest interview with Phase Zero, director Jake Castorena explained everything from Black Panther in Season 2 to timelines.
Black Panther is definitely closed doors conversations that I wasn’t privy that was definitely on Beau and in the executives realm. But for us, you know there’s always multiple timelines, there’s always a one off.
In comes ‘X-Men ’97’ a revival of the old ‘X-Men: The Animated Series.’ Fans were wonderfully surprised when the showrunners managed to keep faithful to the old show with new and modern twists.
The first season of the show ended on a high note, teasing plenty of wonderful things including some multiversal hassle once again. In his latest interview with Phase Zero, director Jake Castorena explained everything from Black Panther in Season 2 to timelines.
Black Panther is definitely closed doors conversations that I wasn’t privy that was definitely on Beau and in the executives realm. But for us, you know there’s always multiple timelines, there’s always a one off.
- 5/22/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
When My Adventures With Superman debuted last year, it felt like a breath of fresh air amidst a sea of overly dark and dreary takes on the character and on the DC Universe in general. Here was a show that allowed Superman to be a symbol of hope, that allowed Clark Kent, Lois Lane, and Jimmy Olsen to be three-dimensional characters with depth and charm, and allowed the larger DC Universe to be vibrant, bombastic, and centered on literally anyone not named Batman.
Now, the newly minted fan-favorite has returned to screens for its second season. With the origin out of the way and the stakes higher than ever, can the show keep the momentum going and deliver an animated DC show on par with the beloved Animated Universe of old? Yes, the answer is yes. Though please keep in mind that this review only pertains to the first two episodes,...
Now, the newly minted fan-favorite has returned to screens for its second season. With the origin out of the way and the stakes higher than ever, can the show keep the momentum going and deliver an animated DC show on par with the beloved Animated Universe of old? Yes, the answer is yes. Though please keep in mind that this review only pertains to the first two episodes,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Callie Hanna
- FandomWire
The Marvel Universe is a treasure trove of characters, and the X-Men are among its most beloved properties. Ever since Disney acquired Fox and its repository, Marvel fans have been asking for the live-action debut of the mutants after decades of hits and misses within the Fox Universe. While the animated X-Men ’97 was definitely a step in the right direction, it seems Marvel has reverted back to its old ways.
X-Men ’97| Disney+
According to the latest update, the screenwriter for an X-Men movie has just been hired. And fans are not happy that Kevin Feige ignored Beau DeMayo and instead recruited Assassin’s Creed writer, Michael Lesslie.
Kevin Feige Ignores Beau DeMayo for the Live-Action X-Men Movie
Beau DeMayo at San Diego Convention Center | image: Instagram | @beau_demayo
Beau DeMayo was apparently fired due to unknown reasons by Marvel Studios just ahead of the release of his series,...
X-Men ’97| Disney+
According to the latest update, the screenwriter for an X-Men movie has just been hired. And fans are not happy that Kevin Feige ignored Beau DeMayo and instead recruited Assassin’s Creed writer, Michael Lesslie.
Kevin Feige Ignores Beau DeMayo for the Live-Action X-Men Movie
Beau DeMayo at San Diego Convention Center | image: Instagram | @beau_demayo
Beau DeMayo was apparently fired due to unknown reasons by Marvel Studios just ahead of the release of his series,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Marvel has been coming up with a lot of new strategies to fix the mistakes they have made these past few years. One of the most creative solutions has to be the concept of Marvel Spotlight. Many fans were upset with how every single project in Marvel had a level of continuity to another, which made casual watching impossible.
Alaqua Cox in and as Echo [Credit: Marvel Studios]The franchise’s solution to this problem was to introduce an entirely new category of shows that are more focused on character arcs and are not too connected to past and future projects. While only two shows were known to be part of the category; Daredevil: Born Again and Echo, a new project has recently been announced.
Daredevil most recently appeared in Echo [Credit: Marvel Studios]With this new addition, one cannot help but wonder what is next to join the spotlight. It would seem that...
Alaqua Cox in and as Echo [Credit: Marvel Studios]The franchise’s solution to this problem was to introduce an entirely new category of shows that are more focused on character arcs and are not too connected to past and future projects. While only two shows were known to be part of the category; Daredevil: Born Again and Echo, a new project has recently been announced.
Daredevil most recently appeared in Echo [Credit: Marvel Studios]With this new addition, one cannot help but wonder what is next to join the spotlight. It would seem that...
- 5/21/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Exclusive: The finale of X-Men ’97 has set a promising track record for Disney+.
The episode, which debuted on May 15, saw 3.5M views globally in its first five days on the streaming platform. That makes it the most-viewed full-length animation series finale since Season 1 of What If…?, the Walt Disney Company says.
According to Disney, viewership had been growing consistently over the four episodes leading to the finale.
X-Men ’97 premiered in March with 4M views collectively across the first two episodes in their first five days on the platform.
The exact breakdown of viewership for each episode is unclear, but regardless it does indicate a strong, growing interest for the animated series, since the finale alone was nearly able to match the audience of the first two episodes in the same time frame.
As an added bonus, Disney also says that viewership for the original 1992 X-Men animated series has doubled since X-Men ’97 premiered.
The episode, which debuted on May 15, saw 3.5M views globally in its first five days on the streaming platform. That makes it the most-viewed full-length animation series finale since Season 1 of What If…?, the Walt Disney Company says.
According to Disney, viewership had been growing consistently over the four episodes leading to the finale.
X-Men ’97 premiered in March with 4M views collectively across the first two episodes in their first five days on the platform.
The exact breakdown of viewership for each episode is unclear, but regardless it does indicate a strong, growing interest for the animated series, since the finale alone was nearly able to match the audience of the first two episodes in the same time frame.
As an added bonus, Disney also says that viewership for the original 1992 X-Men animated series has doubled since X-Men ’97 premiered.
- 5/21/2024
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
Taking to social media to discuss his work on the series, former X-Men '97 showrunner Beau DeMayo revealed that Deadpool was "off-limits" to the team working on the X-Men: The Animated Series revival's first two seasons.
The prevailing theory among fans is that it must have something to do with Deadpool & Wolverine being on the horizon. The show has featured plenty of other big Marvel cameos, though, including Captain America, Spider-Man, and Doctor Strange.
Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation, Brad Winderbaum recently caught up with Screen Rant (via Toonado.com) about Wade Wilson's absence from X-Men '97. As it turns out, there's a chance we will eventually see the anti-hero make an appearance.
"I don't know that it was like a hard and fast rule that we couldn't use Deadpool," the executive explained. "We would have had to have an insanely compelling reason to bring Deadpool in.
The prevailing theory among fans is that it must have something to do with Deadpool & Wolverine being on the horizon. The show has featured plenty of other big Marvel cameos, though, including Captain America, Spider-Man, and Doctor Strange.
Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation, Brad Winderbaum recently caught up with Screen Rant (via Toonado.com) about Wade Wilson's absence from X-Men '97. As it turns out, there's a chance we will eventually see the anti-hero make an appearance.
"I don't know that it was like a hard and fast rule that we couldn't use Deadpool," the executive explained. "We would have had to have an insanely compelling reason to bring Deadpool in.
- 5/20/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
X-Men '97 Producer Shares Exciting Production Update on Season 2 - Main Image
X-Men '97 executive producer Brad Winderbaum recently provided a production update on season 2 as fans are eagerly waiting for the new season.
The first season finale that aired last week ended with a massive cliffhanger for our favorite heroes. Since then, fans have expressed their hope that the next season will come sooner than expected.
Fortunately, season 2 was already in the works prior to the series premiere. However, as everyone knows, the animation process takes a lot of time before it gets completed and ready for airing.
Also Read: X-Men '97 Finale's Mother Askani Reveal Is A Sign of What's to Come in Season 2
Brad Winderbaum Reveals X-Men '97 Season 2 is in Animatic Stage
Winderbaum opened up about the recent progress on the production of X-Men '97 season 2 in an interview.
He revealed that they are currently in...
X-Men '97 executive producer Brad Winderbaum recently provided a production update on season 2 as fans are eagerly waiting for the new season.
The first season finale that aired last week ended with a massive cliffhanger for our favorite heroes. Since then, fans have expressed their hope that the next season will come sooner than expected.
Fortunately, season 2 was already in the works prior to the series premiere. However, as everyone knows, the animation process takes a lot of time before it gets completed and ready for airing.
Also Read: X-Men '97 Finale's Mother Askani Reveal Is A Sign of What's to Come in Season 2
Brad Winderbaum Reveals X-Men '97 Season 2 is in Animatic Stage
Winderbaum opened up about the recent progress on the production of X-Men '97 season 2 in an interview.
He revealed that they are currently in...
- 5/20/2024
- EpicStream
‘X-Men ’97’ emerged as an unexpected triumph for the Marvel studio amidst a string of disappointments. The series maintained consistently high ratings, staying faithful to the original animated show in both narrative and essence.
Throughout the episodes, numerous notable characters made cameo appearances. However, one prominent Marvel mutant was conspicuously absent: Deadpool. This absence was peculiar, especially considering his brief appearance in the original series and the anticipation surrounding his upcoming movie. Wouldn’t it have been ideal to further build excitement for him through the show?
Fans recently inquired about the absence of Deadpool to Beau DeMayo, the show’s creator, who disclosed that the Merc With the Mouth was not considered. In a recent interview with ScreenRant, Brad Winderbaum, head of animation, provided further insight into the matter.
I don’t know that it was like a hard and fast rule that we couldn’t use Deadpool. We...
Throughout the episodes, numerous notable characters made cameo appearances. However, one prominent Marvel mutant was conspicuously absent: Deadpool. This absence was peculiar, especially considering his brief appearance in the original series and the anticipation surrounding his upcoming movie. Wouldn’t it have been ideal to further build excitement for him through the show?
Fans recently inquired about the absence of Deadpool to Beau DeMayo, the show’s creator, who disclosed that the Merc With the Mouth was not considered. In a recent interview with ScreenRant, Brad Winderbaum, head of animation, provided further insight into the matter.
I don’t know that it was like a hard and fast rule that we couldn’t use Deadpool. We...
- 5/20/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘X-Men ’97’ was an unexpected success for the studio following a series of flops. The show had consistently high rankings, keeping true to the original animated series in both the story and the spirit.
Over the course of the episodes, we’ve seen cameos of plenty of notable characters, and one notable Marvel mutant was missing, Deadpool. This was strange considering that he did appear in the original series briefly, and since he has a movie coming up, wouldn’t it make perfect sense to hype him up even more through the show?
Recently fans asked Beau DeMayo why Deadpool wasn’t included and the creator of the show revealed that Merc With the Mouth was off the table. Now in his recent interview with ScreenRant, Brad Winderbaum head of animation gave us more details on the matter.
I don’t know that it was like a hard and fast...
Over the course of the episodes, we’ve seen cameos of plenty of notable characters, and one notable Marvel mutant was missing, Deadpool. This was strange considering that he did appear in the original series briefly, and since he has a movie coming up, wouldn’t it make perfect sense to hype him up even more through the show?
Recently fans asked Beau DeMayo why Deadpool wasn’t included and the creator of the show revealed that Merc With the Mouth was off the table. Now in his recent interview with ScreenRant, Brad Winderbaum head of animation gave us more details on the matter.
I don’t know that it was like a hard and fast...
- 5/20/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Warning: Do Not Read Ahead If You Haven’T Seen X-men ’97 Yet And Wish To Do So. Major Spoilers Ahead.
The follow-up series to the original X-Men: The Animated Series from 1992, X-Men ’97 is gaining and rebuilding all the hearts that were broken when the original series got canceled after five seasons, and more. However, even while winning all of those hearts, this series by Beau DeMayo didn’t hesitate to break a whole lot more with its emotional plotlines that had fans sobbing.
X-Men ’97. | Credit: Disney+.
That being said, one particular decision from the former showrunner DeMayo, who pretty much created this latest masterpiece before getting fired for reasons unknown, had the entire team sleepless at nights out of anxiety. This was because this decision included the brutal death of a fan-favorite mutant, and they weren’t sure how fans would take it after their initial reaction to the series.
The follow-up series to the original X-Men: The Animated Series from 1992, X-Men ’97 is gaining and rebuilding all the hearts that were broken when the original series got canceled after five seasons, and more. However, even while winning all of those hearts, this series by Beau DeMayo didn’t hesitate to break a whole lot more with its emotional plotlines that had fans sobbing.
X-Men ’97. | Credit: Disney+.
That being said, one particular decision from the former showrunner DeMayo, who pretty much created this latest masterpiece before getting fired for reasons unknown, had the entire team sleepless at nights out of anxiety. This was because this decision included the brutal death of a fan-favorite mutant, and they weren’t sure how fans would take it after their initial reaction to the series.
- 5/19/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
As Marvel recently concluded season one of Beau DeMayo’s X-Men ’97, the studio is looking forward to keeping fans hooked to the screen with other projects in development. Since there’s still time for X-Men ’97 season 2 to drop, Marvel’s Head of Animation, Brad Winderbaum, discussed new projects like Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man that are still percolating at Marvel Animation.
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man | image: Marvel Studios
Claiming that the potential Spider-Man show has been long in development under the name of Spider-Man: Freshman Year, Brad Winderbaum mentioned they have recently revamped the title of the series. However, after the discussion regarding the Spider-Man series hit the internet, fans expressed their disappointment in one aspect of the storyline.
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Spider-Man is Developing Under Marvel Studios
Beau DeMayo‘s X-Men ’97 recently concluded its season one under Marvel Studios on May 15, leaving fans in suspense...
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man | image: Marvel Studios
Claiming that the potential Spider-Man show has been long in development under the name of Spider-Man: Freshman Year, Brad Winderbaum mentioned they have recently revamped the title of the series. However, after the discussion regarding the Spider-Man series hit the internet, fans expressed their disappointment in one aspect of the storyline.
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Spider-Man is Developing Under Marvel Studios
Beau DeMayo‘s X-Men ’97 recently concluded its season one under Marvel Studios on May 15, leaving fans in suspense...
- 5/19/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
The first season of X-Men ’97 ended this week on Disney+, but Marvel fans will have to be patient before they can start streaming Season 2.
A second season of the animated series has already been greenlit, and executive producer Brad Winderbaum gave an update on the production of the new season.
“It’s still an animatic phase,” Wanderbaum told ComicBook in an interview. “Animation takes so long to make as I’m sure you know. There was a great bit about this in Invincible Season 2. They just nailed it so hard, it is the greatest.”
Wanderbaum explained that “it takes a long time” for an animated series to get made “Because the studio wants to see how successful the first season is before they greenlight the second season there’s a lag.”
“We were lucky enough to get the greenlight before we aired so there’s maybe less of a lag,...
A second season of the animated series has already been greenlit, and executive producer Brad Winderbaum gave an update on the production of the new season.
“It’s still an animatic phase,” Wanderbaum told ComicBook in an interview. “Animation takes so long to make as I’m sure you know. There was a great bit about this in Invincible Season 2. They just nailed it so hard, it is the greatest.”
Wanderbaum explained that “it takes a long time” for an animated series to get made “Because the studio wants to see how successful the first season is before they greenlight the second season there’s a lag.”
“We were lucky enough to get the greenlight before we aired so there’s maybe less of a lag,...
- 5/19/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
The season 1 finale of Marvel Studios' acclaimed animated series, X-Men '97, hit Disney+ this past Wednesday, and it's fair to say the events of "Tolerance is Extinction - Part 3" left us with a lot to discuss.
If you haven't watched yet, beware of major spoilers from this point on.
In the closing moments of the drama-filled finale, the team managed to defeat Bastion and prevent Asteroid M from destroying the planet, but the heroes somehow ended up being transported through time in the process.
Xavier (Ross Marquand), Magneto (Matthew Waterson), Rogue (Lenore Zann), Nightcrawler (Adrian Hough), and Beast (George Buza) find themselves in Egypt in the year 3,000 B.C., where they encounter a younger En Sabah Nur (Adetokumboh M'Cormack). Jean Grey (Jennifer Hale) and Cyclops (Ray Chase) land way into the future in the year 3960 A.D. where they meet a younger version of their son, Nathan Summer, aka Cable,...
If you haven't watched yet, beware of major spoilers from this point on.
In the closing moments of the drama-filled finale, the team managed to defeat Bastion and prevent Asteroid M from destroying the planet, but the heroes somehow ended up being transported through time in the process.
Xavier (Ross Marquand), Magneto (Matthew Waterson), Rogue (Lenore Zann), Nightcrawler (Adrian Hough), and Beast (George Buza) find themselves in Egypt in the year 3,000 B.C., where they encounter a younger En Sabah Nur (Adetokumboh M'Cormack). Jean Grey (Jennifer Hale) and Cyclops (Ray Chase) land way into the future in the year 3960 A.D. where they meet a younger version of their son, Nathan Summer, aka Cable,...
- 5/19/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
When Marvel announced the return of the X-Men ’97 animated series, almost every single fan was skeptical about its success. The MCU had recently seen a slew of flops, and the 90s fans who grew up with the series were worried that their fond memories would be tainted by “wokeness” as well, but Beau DeMayo’s series proved everyone wrong.
X-Men ’97| Disney+
And it seems like Marvel is trying to ride the high tide generated by the fan-favorite mutant mayhem, as the studio is once again betting its money on animation. This time, their focus is on the third season of What If…?, which has been quite popular in its own right.
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X-Men ’97| Disney+
And it seems like Marvel is trying to ride the high tide generated by the fan-favorite mutant mayhem, as the studio is once again betting its money on animation. This time, their focus is on the third season of What If…?, which has been quite popular in its own right.
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- 5/18/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- FandomWire
This article contains spoilers for X-Men ’97
X-Men ’97 had a lot of fun easter eggs that took fans by surprise, be it the reveal that Peter actually found Mj after the end of Spider-Man: The Animated Series or the various cameos from characters like Captain America, Daredevil, and Spider-Man. The finale of the show, also snuck in a few more hidden details, one that is directly connected to Chris Claremont’s run with the X-Men in the comics.
Forge in X-Men ’97 / Marvel Animation
X-Men ’97‘s final episode saw the X-Men scattered across time, with Forge left to pick up the pieces of Magneto’s assault on humanity in the present day. However, the character is visited by his old friend (or rather old friend-to-be) Bishop, who drops a very important piece of information, that is absent even in the comics.
Bishop reveals Forge’s real name in...
X-Men ’97 had a lot of fun easter eggs that took fans by surprise, be it the reveal that Peter actually found Mj after the end of Spider-Man: The Animated Series or the various cameos from characters like Captain America, Daredevil, and Spider-Man. The finale of the show, also snuck in a few more hidden details, one that is directly connected to Chris Claremont’s run with the X-Men in the comics.
Forge in X-Men ’97 / Marvel Animation
X-Men ’97‘s final episode saw the X-Men scattered across time, with Forge left to pick up the pieces of Magneto’s assault on humanity in the present day. However, the character is visited by his old friend (or rather old friend-to-be) Bishop, who drops a very important piece of information, that is absent even in the comics.
Bishop reveals Forge’s real name in...
- 5/18/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Just before the premiere of season 1, Beau DeMayo, the head writer of ‘X-Men ’97’, was terminated from Disney. The exact cause of his dismissal was never officially disclosed, leading to various speculations, ranging from issues related to an OnlyFans account to rumors about his demeanor.
Despite his departure, the show became a tremendous success, garnering consistently high ratings. DeMayo’s writing was often credited for this achievement, as he engaged with fans on social media, providing insights and guidance throughout each episode.
Following the release of episode 5, fans launched a campaign urging for DeMayo’s return as the writer. Despite the show’s renewal for seasons 2 and 3, concerns arose among fans about a potential decline in quality without DeMayo’s input. DeMayo addressed these concerns on social media, clarifying his role in Season 2, currently in production. He tweeted that while he wrote most of the upcoming season, he won’t oversee production,...
Despite his departure, the show became a tremendous success, garnering consistently high ratings. DeMayo’s writing was often credited for this achievement, as he engaged with fans on social media, providing insights and guidance throughout each episode.
Following the release of episode 5, fans launched a campaign urging for DeMayo’s return as the writer. Despite the show’s renewal for seasons 2 and 3, concerns arose among fans about a potential decline in quality without DeMayo’s input. DeMayo addressed these concerns on social media, clarifying his role in Season 2, currently in production. He tweeted that while he wrote most of the upcoming season, he won’t oversee production,...
- 5/18/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Just days before the season 1 premiere, the head writer for ‘X-Men ’97’ Beau DeMayo was fired from Disney, and an official reason was never given as to why that happened. There were plenty of speculations going around, from DeMayo being fired due to the OnlyFans account to stories of him not exactly being the most pleasant person to be around.
In any case, DeMayo was fired and the show turned out to be a massive hit with consistently high ratings. Much of that success was attributed to DeMayo’s writing, who guided fans via social media through the episodes, every step of the way.
Soon after the release of episode 5, fans started rallying, asking for DeMayo to be reinstated as the writer. Since the show was renewed for both seasons 2 and 3, fans are no worried that the quality will significantly go down. DeMayo once again took to social media to...
In any case, DeMayo was fired and the show turned out to be a massive hit with consistently high ratings. Much of that success was attributed to DeMayo’s writing, who guided fans via social media through the episodes, every step of the way.
Soon after the release of episode 5, fans started rallying, asking for DeMayo to be reinstated as the writer. Since the show was renewed for both seasons 2 and 3, fans are no worried that the quality will significantly go down. DeMayo once again took to social media to...
- 5/18/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Marvel Studios first unveiled its "Marvel Animation" label in 2021 with What If...? Now, the likes of Eyes of Wakdanda, Marvel Zombies, and Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man are heading our way in the not-too-distant future.
X-Men '97 also just wrapped up its first season and, while that's expected to run for multiple seasons, what's the deal with What If...? and its place in the Multiverse Saga?
As we first reported on Toonado.com, ComicBook.com caught up with executive producer and Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation Brad Winderbaum and learned that season 3 (which is expected to launch either later this year or early 2025) will likely be its last.
"What If...? season 3 is - that might be the one that comes out next, in terms of animation," he started. "That is the culmination of a trilogy. We're actually close to completing that one, and it really feels like you've gone...
X-Men '97 also just wrapped up its first season and, while that's expected to run for multiple seasons, what's the deal with What If...? and its place in the Multiverse Saga?
As we first reported on Toonado.com, ComicBook.com caught up with executive producer and Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation Brad Winderbaum and learned that season 3 (which is expected to launch either later this year or early 2025) will likely be its last.
"What If...? season 3 is - that might be the one that comes out next, in terms of animation," he started. "That is the culmination of a trilogy. We're actually close to completing that one, and it really feels like you've gone...
- 5/18/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The Marvel Cinematic Universe is getting bigger and bigger. Apart from Marvel’s first family making it into the universe, the fan-favorite X-Men, too, have finally made it to superhero verse. After Beau DeMayo’s X-Men ’97 showed how well Marvel is capable of handling the team, the prospects of the mutants making it to live-action have certainly garnered enough attention and excitement from fans.
After X-Men ’97, Marvel fans can hardly wait for X-Men’s live-action debut | Marvel Animation
This has resulted in fans making several casting suggestions and promoting various actors for different roles. And among the many actors being promoted by fans, Stranger Things star Sadie Sink has become a popular choice for Jean Grey. Yet not all Marvel fans agree on it and feel she might be too young to lead such a titular character.
Stranger Things Star Sadie Sink is a Popular Fan Choice...
After X-Men ’97, Marvel fans can hardly wait for X-Men’s live-action debut | Marvel Animation
This has resulted in fans making several casting suggestions and promoting various actors for different roles. And among the many actors being promoted by fans, Stranger Things star Sadie Sink has become a popular choice for Jean Grey. Yet not all Marvel fans agree on it and feel she might be too young to lead such a titular character.
Stranger Things Star Sadie Sink is a Popular Fan Choice...
- 5/18/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
The first season of Beau DeMayo’s X-Men ’97 has successfully come to an end and throughout its run, the show was met with glowing reviews from both critics and fans. On Rotten Tomatoes, the animated series has an average score of 99% and an audience score of 94%. Clearly, X-Men ’97 was able to revive the superhero genre that has been slowly deteriorating lately.
X-Men ’97 Episode 9 – Tolerance is Extinction Part II | Disney+
Unfortunately, Beau DeMayo was fired from the show despite being the showrunner, head writer, and executive producer. This sent fans into a frenzy as they were worried about the future of the animated series. Fortunately, fans have nothing to worry about as Beau DeMayo has given them an update about his involvement in the show’s second season.
Beau DeMayo’s Involvement in X-Men ’97 Season 2 Beau DeMayo | Via DeMayo’s Instagram
Back in March, The Hollywood Reporter...
X-Men ’97 Episode 9 – Tolerance is Extinction Part II | Disney+
Unfortunately, Beau DeMayo was fired from the show despite being the showrunner, head writer, and executive producer. This sent fans into a frenzy as they were worried about the future of the animated series. Fortunately, fans have nothing to worry about as Beau DeMayo has given them an update about his involvement in the show’s second season.
Beau DeMayo’s Involvement in X-Men ’97 Season 2 Beau DeMayo | Via DeMayo’s Instagram
Back in March, The Hollywood Reporter...
- 5/18/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Beau DeMayo has been at the center of media attention ever since X-Men ’97 started airing. While the show has been an absolute hit, many fans were confused when the executive producer was fired from his position eight days before the series aired. Such a drastic decision was quite surprising, as not only did he produce the series, but he was also the sole creator of it.
Beau DeMayo was an important part of X-Men ’97
Since the news hit the internet, many have been wondering if he will be coming back for the second season now that the first has concluded. While the writer has confirmed that he was a big part of the writing of season 2, his exit made his involvement quite hazy. However, a recent interview may have confirmed his standing with the franchise.
What Direction is Marvel Taking With X-Men ’97?
The head of Marvel Studios Television,...
Beau DeMayo was an important part of X-Men ’97
Since the news hit the internet, many have been wondering if he will be coming back for the second season now that the first has concluded. While the writer has confirmed that he was a big part of the writing of season 2, his exit made his involvement quite hazy. However, a recent interview may have confirmed his standing with the franchise.
What Direction is Marvel Taking With X-Men ’97?
The head of Marvel Studios Television,...
- 5/18/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Spoiler Warning: This story discusses major plot developments across the entire first season of “X-Men ’97,” currently streaming on Disney+.
To say Marvel fans have enjoyed the first season “X-Men ’97” — the continuation of the beloved animated series from the 1990s, widely credited for laying the foundation for the explosion of superhero cinema in the 2000s and 2010s — is a bit like saying Wolverine has a bit of an anger issue. The show has enthralled viewers with a dizzying narrative tapestry that’s been unflinching in its capacity to make bold choices. First among them was Episode 5, “Remember It,” in which an army of robot Sentinels slaughters thousands of mutants who had been celebrating in their island nation of Genosha, a truly shocking development that vividly — and trenchantly — evokes similar tragedies, from 9/11 to the Pulse nightclub shooting to the attacks in Israel on Oct. 7 and the ongoing siege of Gaza in response.
To say Marvel fans have enjoyed the first season “X-Men ’97” — the continuation of the beloved animated series from the 1990s, widely credited for laying the foundation for the explosion of superhero cinema in the 2000s and 2010s — is a bit like saying Wolverine has a bit of an anger issue. The show has enthralled viewers with a dizzying narrative tapestry that’s been unflinching in its capacity to make bold choices. First among them was Episode 5, “Remember It,” in which an army of robot Sentinels slaughters thousands of mutants who had been celebrating in their island nation of Genosha, a truly shocking development that vividly — and trenchantly — evokes similar tragedies, from 9/11 to the Pulse nightclub shooting to the attacks in Israel on Oct. 7 and the ongoing siege of Gaza in response.
- 5/18/2024
- by Adam B. Vary
- Variety Film + TV
Right before X-Men '97 launched on Disney+, the trades broke the news that Head Writer Beau DeMayo had been fired from the animated series.
Interviews with the press were cancelled at the last minute and no specific reason for his ousting was ever revealed from official (or unofficial) sources. Making it all the more surprising was the fact Marvel Studios had previously tapped DeMayo to contribute to projects such as Moon Knight and Blade.
Brad Winderbaum, the head of streaming, television, and animation at Marvel Studios, then shared something of a clarification by addressing the situation ahead of the two-episode premiere.
"I can't talk about the details," he admitted, "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.
Interviews with the press were cancelled at the last minute and no specific reason for his ousting was ever revealed from official (or unofficial) sources. Making it all the more surprising was the fact Marvel Studios had previously tapped DeMayo to contribute to projects such as Moon Knight and Blade.
Brad Winderbaum, the head of streaming, television, and animation at Marvel Studios, then shared something of a clarification by addressing the situation ahead of the two-episode premiere.
"I can't talk about the details," he admitted, "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.
- 5/17/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
This article contains spoilers for X-Men ’97
Beau DeMayo included a lot of cameos in X-Men ’97, all of which were welcomed by fans with a lot of fanfare. Be it Captain America, who got the most screentime on the show among the non-x-Men related cast, or Peter Parker, and Mary Jane, which neatly wrapped up the cliffhanger from Spider-Man: The Animated Series, the show did a tremendous job of showing us how the world was populated bu heroes other than the X-Men, who were out on their missions, presenting a living and breathing superhero universe.
Peter Parker and Mj from Spider-Man: The Animated Series in X-Men ’97/ Marvel Animation
Cameos included heavy hitters like Iron Man and Captain America, and street-level fighters like Cloak and Dagger, Daredevil, and Spider-Man. The Silver Samurai and Omega Red also made appearances in the show.
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Beau DeMayo included a lot of cameos in X-Men ’97, all of which were welcomed by fans with a lot of fanfare. Be it Captain America, who got the most screentime on the show among the non-x-Men related cast, or Peter Parker, and Mary Jane, which neatly wrapped up the cliffhanger from Spider-Man: The Animated Series, the show did a tremendous job of showing us how the world was populated bu heroes other than the X-Men, who were out on their missions, presenting a living and breathing superhero universe.
Peter Parker and Mj from Spider-Man: The Animated Series in X-Men ’97/ Marvel Animation
Cameos included heavy hitters like Iron Man and Captain America, and street-level fighters like Cloak and Dagger, Daredevil, and Spider-Man. The Silver Samurai and Omega Red also made appearances in the show.
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- 5/17/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Alongside the sharp direction from Mohamed Diab, Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead, Moon Knight stands out as one of the stronger MCU Disney+ shows. Depicting versatile actor Oscar Isaac in a fascinating dual-personality role juggling between two worlds of Marc Spector and Steven Grant, this series pulled the viewer’s heartstrings in six episodes. However, this compelling adventure has not been continued despite its massive success and eight Emmy nominations.
Oscar Isaac plays a man who suffers from Did in Moon Knight
But fans who have grown attached to the Khonshu avatar are not willing to let go just yet. They are fervently calling for the renewal of the show, especially after witnessing Jeremy Renner’s Hawkeye getting renewed for another season. It seems Kevin Feige, President of Marvel Studios may need to reconsider his decision regarding the show after seeing this.
MCU fans demand the return of Moon Knight...
Oscar Isaac plays a man who suffers from Did in Moon Knight
But fans who have grown attached to the Khonshu avatar are not willing to let go just yet. They are fervently calling for the renewal of the show, especially after witnessing Jeremy Renner’s Hawkeye getting renewed for another season. It seems Kevin Feige, President of Marvel Studios may need to reconsider his decision regarding the show after seeing this.
MCU fans demand the return of Moon Knight...
- 5/17/2024
- by Shikha Arya
- FandomWire
X-Men ’97 has been a huge success, and Marvel Animations has really engrossed fans with nostalgia in the show. There are several epic moments that are vividly astonishing and that run through several episodes. The continuation of X-Men: The Animated Series, the show brings almost all the original cast complementing the epic nostalgic vibe, it was certainly a treat for fans.
Magneto in X-Men ’97
The Marvel series for Disney+ also has some cool easter eggs that involve Michael Fassbender and Ian McKellen, who previously played different versions of Magneto, aka Erik Lehnsherr in 20th Century Fox’s X-Men franchise. The show also paid homage to the original X-Men: The Animated Series’ Magneto actor David Hemblen through the easter egg.
X-Men ’97 Easter Egg Featured Michael Fassbender and Ian McKellen
Magneto actors’ easter egg in X-Men ’97
Michael Fassbender and Ian McKellen, who played different, respectively, younger and older versions of Magneto,...
Magneto in X-Men ’97
The Marvel series for Disney+ also has some cool easter eggs that involve Michael Fassbender and Ian McKellen, who previously played different versions of Magneto, aka Erik Lehnsherr in 20th Century Fox’s X-Men franchise. The show also paid homage to the original X-Men: The Animated Series’ Magneto actor David Hemblen through the easter egg.
X-Men ’97 Easter Egg Featured Michael Fassbender and Ian McKellen
Magneto actors’ easter egg in X-Men ’97
Michael Fassbender and Ian McKellen, who played different, respectively, younger and older versions of Magneto,...
- 5/17/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
The X-Men have always been some of the most prominent characters in the Marvel comics, even though their film-based adaptations after Logan were not that kindly received by fans. However, with the recently released titular smash-hit animated series and the sequel of the original series from 1992 on these mutants, this band of heroes just may be reclaiming their lost position.
The X-Men. | Credit: Marvel Comics.
Adding to this are Hugh Jackman and other actors from the movies returning to reprise their iconic mutants in the upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine, which further paves the way for even more actors from the original saga to return. That said, Shawn Ashmore, who played Iceman in the original film series, has expressed his wish to join the Marvel Universe as well.
Shawn Ashmore is Down to Reprise His Mutant Role Once Again
Over the course of nearly one-and-a-half decades, Shawn Ashmore has given some...
The X-Men. | Credit: Marvel Comics.
Adding to this are Hugh Jackman and other actors from the movies returning to reprise their iconic mutants in the upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine, which further paves the way for even more actors from the original saga to return. That said, Shawn Ashmore, who played Iceman in the original film series, has expressed his wish to join the Marvel Universe as well.
Shawn Ashmore is Down to Reprise His Mutant Role Once Again
Over the course of nearly one-and-a-half decades, Shawn Ashmore has given some...
- 5/17/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
“X-Men ’97” emerged as an unexpected hit for Marvel Studios. From the release of the first episode, the show consistently garnered high ratings, with fans lauding its storyline, authenticity, and the faithful yet improved depiction of characters from the original series.
However, the show was not without controversy. The creators’ announcement that Morph is non-binary and the teased romance between Morph and Wolverine in episode 3 sparked considerable debate among viewers.
As Madelyne Prior unleashed horrific nightmares upon the team, one of the most intriguing sequences involved Morph. In his vision, he sees Wolverine in the shower. Instead of averting his gaze or reacting with shock, he continues to watch and jokes, “Need some help with those hard-to-reach places?”This scene quickly shifts into a nightmare as Wolverine responds, “Always with the jokes, eh Morph? As if I don’t know?”In subsequent episodes, the romance between Morph and Wolverine is...
However, the show was not without controversy. The creators’ announcement that Morph is non-binary and the teased romance between Morph and Wolverine in episode 3 sparked considerable debate among viewers.
As Madelyne Prior unleashed horrific nightmares upon the team, one of the most intriguing sequences involved Morph. In his vision, he sees Wolverine in the shower. Instead of averting his gaze or reacting with shock, he continues to watch and jokes, “Need some help with those hard-to-reach places?”This scene quickly shifts into a nightmare as Wolverine responds, “Always with the jokes, eh Morph? As if I don’t know?”In subsequent episodes, the romance between Morph and Wolverine is...
- 5/17/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘X-Men ’97’ turned out to be a surprise hit for the Marvel Studios. Ever since the first episode was released the show had consistently high ratings, and fans praised it for its story, authenticity, and faithfulness to the original show and numerous improvements made to characters.
Having said that, the show wasn’t without controversies, especially when the creators of the show went public that Morph was non-binary, and in episode 3, the romance between Morph & Wolverine was teased.
As Madelyne Prior unleashed horrific nightmares upon the team, one of the most interesting sequences was the one that belonged to Morph. In his vision he can see Wolverine in the shower, but instead of averting his gaze or acting shocked he continues to take in the view and jokes with Wolverine saying: “Needs some help with those hard to reach place?”
This scene quickly turns back into a nightmare with Wolverine...
Having said that, the show wasn’t without controversies, especially when the creators of the show went public that Morph was non-binary, and in episode 3, the romance between Morph & Wolverine was teased.
As Madelyne Prior unleashed horrific nightmares upon the team, one of the most interesting sequences was the one that belonged to Morph. In his vision he can see Wolverine in the shower, but instead of averting his gaze or acting shocked he continues to take in the view and jokes with Wolverine saying: “Needs some help with those hard to reach place?”
This scene quickly turns back into a nightmare with Wolverine...
- 5/17/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
This X-Men ’97 article contains spoilers.
The first nine episodes of X-Men ‘97 teased a suitably epic finale to the X-Men: The Animated Series revival, and it’s safe to say that “Tolerance Is Extinction, Pt. 3” catapulted us into the already confirmed season 2 in style. Magneto and Professor Xavier put their differences aside, Bastion was bested, and a smorgasbord of cameos squeezed in everyone from Black Panther to Daredevil.
More than just teasing a potential Spider-Man: The Animated Series reboot, X-Men ‘97’s cliffhanger ending set up what’s next for Charles Xavier’s Gifted Youngsters. The team was divided across time, with Magneto, Xavier, Rogue, Nightcrawler, and Beast trapped in the year 3000 B.C., while Jean and Cyclops are marooned in 3960 A.D. But the ending doesn’t account for all of our spandex-clad heroes, and for those questioning where a certain de-clawed Canadian is, you aren’t alone.
The first nine episodes of X-Men ‘97 teased a suitably epic finale to the X-Men: The Animated Series revival, and it’s safe to say that “Tolerance Is Extinction, Pt. 3” catapulted us into the already confirmed season 2 in style. Magneto and Professor Xavier put their differences aside, Bastion was bested, and a smorgasbord of cameos squeezed in everyone from Black Panther to Daredevil.
More than just teasing a potential Spider-Man: The Animated Series reboot, X-Men ‘97’s cliffhanger ending set up what’s next for Charles Xavier’s Gifted Youngsters. The team was divided across time, with Magneto, Xavier, Rogue, Nightcrawler, and Beast trapped in the year 3000 B.C., while Jean and Cyclops are marooned in 3960 A.D. But the ending doesn’t account for all of our spandex-clad heroes, and for those questioning where a certain de-clawed Canadian is, you aren’t alone.
- 5/16/2024
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
The first season of X-Men ‘97 recently concluded with the titular team taking down Bastion and putting an end to his nefarious plans. The finale of the animated series delivered several powerful moments, with many mutants getting a chance to shine. However, some fans felt that Storm was unnecessarily sidelined from the final battle.
X-Men ‘97 disappointed after Storm was sidelined in the finale.
Fans took to social media to criticize former showrunner Beau DeMayo for leaving out Storm from the battle, implying that the choice was made because of her racial background. However, DeMayo responded to the criticism and provided his own explanation for why Storm did not have a larger role in the finale to X-Men ‘97 season 1. Here is what DeMayo had to say about criticism stemming from downplaying Storm. Spoilers Ahead!
Fans Criticize X-Men ‘97 Showrunner Beau DeMayo For Downplaying Storm
The final episode of X-Men ‘97...
X-Men ‘97 disappointed after Storm was sidelined in the finale.
Fans took to social media to criticize former showrunner Beau DeMayo for leaving out Storm from the battle, implying that the choice was made because of her racial background. However, DeMayo responded to the criticism and provided his own explanation for why Storm did not have a larger role in the finale to X-Men ‘97 season 1. Here is what DeMayo had to say about criticism stemming from downplaying Storm. Spoilers Ahead!
Fans Criticize X-Men ‘97 Showrunner Beau DeMayo For Downplaying Storm
The final episode of X-Men ‘97...
- 5/16/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Chadwick Boseman’s Black Panther remains one of the best-realised versions of the character in recent history. Black Panther is a popular character who has made multiple appearances in some of Marvel’s greatest projects, be it Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, Iron Man: Armoured Adventures, or even the upcoming video game Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra.
Chadwick Boseman as Black Panther in Black Panther
The Black Panther which was introduced in 2016’s Captain America: Civil War remains one of the best versions of the character in modern media, one that was expended on with Ryan Coogler’s 2018 MCU entry, Black Panther. One scene in particular demonstrates how accomplished and well-rounded the character is, which is a sequence from Civil War, where Bucky is taking on the unarmed Avengers, specifically, Tony Stark, Sam Wilson, Steve, Natasha, and of course, T’Challa.
T’Challa was able to hold his own against the Winter...
Chadwick Boseman as Black Panther in Black Panther
The Black Panther which was introduced in 2016’s Captain America: Civil War remains one of the best versions of the character in modern media, one that was expended on with Ryan Coogler’s 2018 MCU entry, Black Panther. One scene in particular demonstrates how accomplished and well-rounded the character is, which is a sequence from Civil War, where Bucky is taking on the unarmed Avengers, specifically, Tony Stark, Sam Wilson, Steve, Natasha, and of course, T’Challa.
T’Challa was able to hold his own against the Winter...
- 5/16/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
*Spoiler warning for X-Men ’97 Episode 10!*
There had been a lot of talks about X-Men ‘97 featuring Morph as a nonbinary character, and evidently, many were still unimpressed with this move. The season finale just brought out a huge surprise for everyone, and clearly, that one scene with Morph and Wolverine left many fans speechless.
Disney+’s X-Men ’97
Even with the legendary director Larry Houston, who helmed the original X-Men animated series, and J.P. Karliak, the voice actor of Morph, explaining how the character’s orientation has always been presented as such, it remained a cause for debate throughout the season.
Morph’s Nonbinary Status In X-Men ‘97 Is Still A Hot Controversy
Larry Houston previously explained via Variety that Morph’s nonbinary status is as easy to understand as the character being a shapeshifter.
“For me, the word ‘nonbinary’ is the same as the word ‘shapeshifter.’ Every character...
There had been a lot of talks about X-Men ‘97 featuring Morph as a nonbinary character, and evidently, many were still unimpressed with this move. The season finale just brought out a huge surprise for everyone, and clearly, that one scene with Morph and Wolverine left many fans speechless.
Disney+’s X-Men ’97
Even with the legendary director Larry Houston, who helmed the original X-Men animated series, and J.P. Karliak, the voice actor of Morph, explaining how the character’s orientation has always been presented as such, it remained a cause for debate throughout the season.
Morph’s Nonbinary Status In X-Men ‘97 Is Still A Hot Controversy
Larry Houston previously explained via Variety that Morph’s nonbinary status is as easy to understand as the character being a shapeshifter.
“For me, the word ‘nonbinary’ is the same as the word ‘shapeshifter.’ Every character...
- 5/16/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
The mid-credits scene of X-Men ’97 revealed to the audience that six months after the X-Men vanished, Apocalypse visited the ruins of Genosha to lament the mutant massacre. Given that Apocalypse was seen looking at a charred playing card, fans are assured that the next big villain that will be plaguing the X-Men is Apocalypse and his Four Horsemen.
A still from X-Men ’97, showing a Young Apocalypse in ancient Egypt
In the comics, Wolverine, who is currently recovering, Storm, and Gambit (who is dead) have all served as the Horseman for Death, along with a slew of other characters that are yet to make an appearance in X-Men ’97. A theory says that these characters will be a part of Apocalypse’s Horsemen along with the one loose end when it comes to the villains for this season: Mister Sinister.
The theory suggests that Apocalypse could pit...
A still from X-Men ’97, showing a Young Apocalypse in ancient Egypt
In the comics, Wolverine, who is currently recovering, Storm, and Gambit (who is dead) have all served as the Horseman for Death, along with a slew of other characters that are yet to make an appearance in X-Men ’97. A theory says that these characters will be a part of Apocalypse’s Horsemen along with the one loose end when it comes to the villains for this season: Mister Sinister.
The theory suggests that Apocalypse could pit...
- 5/16/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Marvel has successfully wrapped up the first season of their popular comic X-Men ’97, with episode 10 released yesterday. The animated series has been making waves on social media for some time and ignited a flurry of opinions and debates among fans. Not to forget, Beau DeMayo, the creator of this show, also actively kept fans engaged by dropping intriguing tidbits to keep the buzz alive.
Wolverine in X-Men ‘97 (Image via Marvel Studios)
Now, after the exhilarating reception of this action-packed installment, the writer has once again turned to X (formerly known as Twitter) to hype the show. But this time, he made a playful comment about Wolverine and Morph’s relationship, a topic that has sparked much debate among viewers in the past.
X-Men ’97 creator Beau DeMayo takes a jibe at Wolverine and Morph’s friendship
Beau DeMayo recently took to X to share a picture featuring Wolverine and Morph.
Wolverine in X-Men ‘97 (Image via Marvel Studios)
Now, after the exhilarating reception of this action-packed installment, the writer has once again turned to X (formerly known as Twitter) to hype the show. But this time, he made a playful comment about Wolverine and Morph’s relationship, a topic that has sparked much debate among viewers in the past.
X-Men ’97 creator Beau DeMayo takes a jibe at Wolverine and Morph’s friendship
Beau DeMayo recently took to X to share a picture featuring Wolverine and Morph.
- 5/16/2024
- by Shikha Arya
- FandomWire
X-Men '97's first season wrapped up on Disney+ yesterday and showrunner Beau DeMayo has returned to X and shared more insights into the finale, "Tolerance Is Extinction - Part 3."
As we first reported on Toonado.com, he began by revealing what we've long suspected since the series started: Morph does indeed have romantic feelings for Wolverine. That was hinted at in a shower scene earlier in the season, and DeMayo has confirmed the non-binary mutant's feelings are indeed one-sided.
This adds new context to the scene in the finale when Morph transforms into Jean Grey and, in that form, tells Logan they love him. Now, we know that what initially seemed like the mutant's way of comforting his dying friend was, in fact, a declaration of love...
Yes, Morph was confessing romantic feelings for Logan #xmen97
pic.twitter.com/FhgShK5CX9
— Beau DeMayo (@BeauDemayo) May 16, 2024
You know when you...
As we first reported on Toonado.com, he began by revealing what we've long suspected since the series started: Morph does indeed have romantic feelings for Wolverine. That was hinted at in a shower scene earlier in the season, and DeMayo has confirmed the non-binary mutant's feelings are indeed one-sided.
This adds new context to the scene in the finale when Morph transforms into Jean Grey and, in that form, tells Logan they love him. Now, we know that what initially seemed like the mutant's way of comforting his dying friend was, in fact, a declaration of love...
Yes, Morph was confessing romantic feelings for Logan #xmen97
pic.twitter.com/FhgShK5CX9
— Beau DeMayo (@BeauDemayo) May 16, 2024
You know when you...
- 5/16/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
This article contains spoilers for X-Men ’97.
X-Men ’97 has been praised for the overall brilliant execution of its source material, which has been largely credited to series creator and head writer Beau DeMayo. The writer has been collecting his laurels as people took to the internet to personally thank the creator for his contribution, and lamenting how his departure from the series will affect the show.
Official art for X-Men ’97 (via Marvel Animation)
However, DeMayo has come out praising the rest of the creative team behind the show on multiple occasions, and in the wake of the finale, the former Head Writer of the show spotlighted the director for some of the episodes, including the finale, Chase Conley. Conley, according to DeMayo, was on the same page with him when it came to adapting the story, which resulted in a show that was appreciated by everyone.
Beau DeMayo...
X-Men ’97 has been praised for the overall brilliant execution of its source material, which has been largely credited to series creator and head writer Beau DeMayo. The writer has been collecting his laurels as people took to the internet to personally thank the creator for his contribution, and lamenting how his departure from the series will affect the show.
Official art for X-Men ’97 (via Marvel Animation)
However, DeMayo has come out praising the rest of the creative team behind the show on multiple occasions, and in the wake of the finale, the former Head Writer of the show spotlighted the director for some of the episodes, including the finale, Chase Conley. Conley, according to DeMayo, was on the same page with him when it came to adapting the story, which resulted in a show that was appreciated by everyone.
Beau DeMayo...
- 5/16/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Warning: Contains spoilers for X-Men ’97 Season 1
Now that’s how you do it. X-Men ’97 – Marvel Studios’ long-awaited follow-up to the 1990s X-Men animated series – ended this week with a finale that cements it as perhaps the best screen adaptation of the merry mutants we’ve ever seen. It’s well-known that, since their acquisition of the franchise from Fox, Marvel has had designs on a live-action McU-set take on the characters – and if this series is anything to go by, they’re on exactly the right track. Showrunner Beau DeMayo may no longer be with the company, but X-Men ’97 gives us a stack of reasons to hope that as much of its behind-the-scenes talent as possible has a hand in shepherding the mutants to the big screen.
In many senses, the success of X-Men ’97 came from picking up where the original cartoon left off. One of...
Now that’s how you do it. X-Men ’97 – Marvel Studios’ long-awaited follow-up to the 1990s X-Men animated series – ended this week with a finale that cements it as perhaps the best screen adaptation of the merry mutants we’ve ever seen. It’s well-known that, since their acquisition of the franchise from Fox, Marvel has had designs on a live-action McU-set take on the characters – and if this series is anything to go by, they’re on exactly the right track. Showrunner Beau DeMayo may no longer be with the company, but X-Men ’97 gives us a stack of reasons to hope that as much of its behind-the-scenes talent as possible has a hand in shepherding the mutants to the big screen.
In many senses, the success of X-Men ’97 came from picking up where the original cartoon left off. One of...
- 5/16/2024
- by Sam Summers
- Empire - TV
Major Spoilers follow for X-Men ‘97!
Well, that was quite the ending! We imagine you have a lot of questions regarding the popular Disney+ show’s finale. Beau DeMayo’s animated series certainly went out with a bang in the final episode of its first season, titled Tolerance Is Extinction – Part 3.
Marvel put a great finish to the first season of X-Men ‘97, laying the groundwork for an exciting future for the revived mutant series and raising the stakes significantly for the live-action X-Men films in the MCU.
En Sabah Nur, aka Apocalypse in X-Men ’97
Even though the X-Men saved the planet once again and maybe even partially restored humanity’s faith in them, this was not a happy ending, and many questions remain for the already-confirmed second season of X-Men ‘97.
Amidst all this, Nightcrawler gave no quarter, relentlessly hitting Bastien with his teammates’ attacks by teleporting him!
Well, that was quite the ending! We imagine you have a lot of questions regarding the popular Disney+ show’s finale. Beau DeMayo’s animated series certainly went out with a bang in the final episode of its first season, titled Tolerance Is Extinction – Part 3.
Marvel put a great finish to the first season of X-Men ‘97, laying the groundwork for an exciting future for the revived mutant series and raising the stakes significantly for the live-action X-Men films in the MCU.
En Sabah Nur, aka Apocalypse in X-Men ’97
Even though the X-Men saved the planet once again and maybe even partially restored humanity’s faith in them, this was not a happy ending, and many questions remain for the already-confirmed second season of X-Men ‘97.
Amidst all this, Nightcrawler gave no quarter, relentlessly hitting Bastien with his teammates’ attacks by teleporting him!
- 5/16/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
X-Men 97 Nominated at the Gotham TV Awards, Predicted to Win Emmys - Main Image
The dust has barely settled since the season finale of X-Men ‘97 dropped, yet the accolades have already started to pour in.
The highly-acclaimed animated series is nominated in the Breakthrough Drama Series category at the 2024 Gotham TV Awards, with credit to Beau DeMayo as creator and Victoria Alonso, Louis D’Esposito, Kevin Feige, Brad Winderbaum, and DeMayo as executive producers.
It is up against some serious competition in the category, versus Black Cake, Fallout, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, and The Curse; however, it is worth noting that X-Men ‘97 is the only animated show to get a nomination in this year’s awards.
Nominees for the annual Gotham Awards are selected by a panel of film and television critics, journalists, and festival programmers, with the award ceremony to be held on June 4, 2024.
Related: How Many Seasons Will X-Men '97 Have?...
The dust has barely settled since the season finale of X-Men ‘97 dropped, yet the accolades have already started to pour in.
The highly-acclaimed animated series is nominated in the Breakthrough Drama Series category at the 2024 Gotham TV Awards, with credit to Beau DeMayo as creator and Victoria Alonso, Louis D’Esposito, Kevin Feige, Brad Winderbaum, and DeMayo as executive producers.
It is up against some serious competition in the category, versus Black Cake, Fallout, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, and The Curse; however, it is worth noting that X-Men ‘97 is the only animated show to get a nomination in this year’s awards.
Nominees for the annual Gotham Awards are selected by a panel of film and television critics, journalists, and festival programmers, with the award ceremony to be held on June 4, 2024.
Related: How Many Seasons Will X-Men '97 Have?...
- 5/16/2024
- EpicStream
X-Men '97 Finale Echoes What Logan Warned Jean Grey About in Episode 5 - Main Image
The X-Men '97 finale sees the team of mutants separated on different timelines: some in the past, some in the future. As the unresolved stories build up for season 2, here's how Logan's ominous warning lines up with the X-Men '97 finale.
As Bishop said, "Luckily, this ain't our first time at 'the X-Men are dead' rodeo." The finale may have sparked hope for the mutants in returning to their original time, but it also poses a darkness looming in their future.
Content Spoilers: This article contains spoilers for X-Men '97 finale, so proceed with caution.
Finale Sees the X-Men 'Yanked' Through Time
Beast failed to stop the catastrophic impact of the Asteroid M on Earth, leaving the X-Men to prepare to sacrifice themselves. Instead of meeting their demise, however, they were sent to a different timeline.
The X-Men '97 finale sees the team of mutants separated on different timelines: some in the past, some in the future. As the unresolved stories build up for season 2, here's how Logan's ominous warning lines up with the X-Men '97 finale.
As Bishop said, "Luckily, this ain't our first time at 'the X-Men are dead' rodeo." The finale may have sparked hope for the mutants in returning to their original time, but it also poses a darkness looming in their future.
Content Spoilers: This article contains spoilers for X-Men '97 finale, so proceed with caution.
Finale Sees the X-Men 'Yanked' Through Time
Beast failed to stop the catastrophic impact of the Asteroid M on Earth, leaving the X-Men to prepare to sacrifice themselves. Instead of meeting their demise, however, they were sent to a different timeline.
- 5/16/2024
- EpicStream
It is no secret that the Beau DeMayo show X-Men ’97 has been surprising fans with its brilliance from the get-go. One thing the show handles in a delicate way that the audiences are happy about is the dynamic between Morph and Wolverine. Now, what sets the X-Men lore apart is its emphasis on human drama amidst plenty of mutant action. It has never hesitated to dig deep into complex subject matters like relationships and cracks within friendships, among other things.
Wolverine in X-Men ‘97 (Image via Marvel Studios)
Similarly, while Wolverine’s feelings for Morph stop at friendship, Morph seems to be brewing something deeper in his mind. DeMayo, sensing the fans’ burning questions, finally addressed this matter on the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter). Fans are happy with the revelation!
X-Men ’97 Explores the Always Overlooked Wolverine-Morph Dynamic!
Fans are absolutely loving the newfound focus...
Wolverine in X-Men ‘97 (Image via Marvel Studios)
Similarly, while Wolverine’s feelings for Morph stop at friendship, Morph seems to be brewing something deeper in his mind. DeMayo, sensing the fans’ burning questions, finally addressed this matter on the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter). Fans are happy with the revelation!
X-Men ’97 Explores the Always Overlooked Wolverine-Morph Dynamic!
Fans are absolutely loving the newfound focus...
- 5/16/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
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