Marvel Studios’ latest animated show, X-Men ’97 started where the original X-Men: The Animated Series left off. Bringing back the mutant superheroes back on our screens, the show has touched fans with a familiar style of storytelling, bringing major nostalgia, but also adding elements of today’s time. The writing has also been top-notch, which only added to the show, which has found critical acclaim alongside high ratings.
X-Men ’97 [Credit: Disney+]But where there is high praise, there are also those who have problems with the same. And the show is no different. Some have called X-Men ’97 “woke” because of certain elements that have been added to it. But now that Marvel has released the synopsis for the upcoming live action X-Men movie, these trolls would not be feeling up to it!
Marvel Studios Has Released The Synopsis For X-Men Live Action Film
The X-Men are finally part of the MCU canon.
X-Men ’97 [Credit: Disney+]But where there is high praise, there are also those who have problems with the same. And the show is no different. Some have called X-Men ’97 “woke” because of certain elements that have been added to it. But now that Marvel has released the synopsis for the upcoming live action X-Men movie, these trolls would not be feeling up to it!
Marvel Studios Has Released The Synopsis For X-Men Live Action Film
The X-Men are finally part of the MCU canon.
- 4/18/2024
- by Swagata Das
- FandomWire
This post contains spoilers for "X-Men '97" up to and including episode 6.
"X-Men '97" has been fantastic. There's nostalgia in there, sure, but also some stunning storytelling — a desire to use this opportunity to tell new stories that go harder and further on certain elements that the Fox Network couldn't touch back in the '90s.
Case in point: how episode 5 weaponized nostalgia to shatter the hearts of the audience with a devastating attack on Genosha that killed a bunch of fan favorites in what the head writer calls a cataclysmic event meant to change everything for the show. This is the moment mutants realize that things are in fact dangerous (and not just in alternate futures).
It was a bold, bloody choice to adapt one of the darkest Marvel storylines, "X-Men: E is For Extinction." This was the opening storyline of Grant Morrison's run with "New X-Men," and in the comics,...
"X-Men '97" has been fantastic. There's nostalgia in there, sure, but also some stunning storytelling — a desire to use this opportunity to tell new stories that go harder and further on certain elements that the Fox Network couldn't touch back in the '90s.
Case in point: how episode 5 weaponized nostalgia to shatter the hearts of the audience with a devastating attack on Genosha that killed a bunch of fan favorites in what the head writer calls a cataclysmic event meant to change everything for the show. This is the moment mutants realize that things are in fact dangerous (and not just in alternate futures).
It was a bold, bloody choice to adapt one of the darkest Marvel storylines, "X-Men: E is For Extinction." This was the opening storyline of Grant Morrison's run with "New X-Men," and in the comics,...
- 4/17/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
This X-Men ’97 article contains spoilers.
Back in the ’90s, the original X-Men: The Animated Series gained a following precisely because it could translate the tangled soap-opera storylines from the comic franchise into compelling, but easily digestible chunks. X-Men ’97 continues this tradition, but for a very different audience. Where only big nerds knew about Gambit or Deadpool in the ’90s, now they’re household names.
And yet, X-Men ’97 goes even deeper, filling the screen with deep-cut Marvel characters from both the world of mutants and the cosmos. If you want to put some names and backstories to some of these faces, here’s a guide to all the cameos and major character returns in the show’s sixth episode, “Lifedeath Part 2.”
Credit: Marvel Studios Professor Charles Xavier
Okay, most people reading this article know who Charles Xavier is. One of the most powerful mutant telepaths in existence, Xavier...
Back in the ’90s, the original X-Men: The Animated Series gained a following precisely because it could translate the tangled soap-opera storylines from the comic franchise into compelling, but easily digestible chunks. X-Men ’97 continues this tradition, but for a very different audience. Where only big nerds knew about Gambit or Deadpool in the ’90s, now they’re household names.
And yet, X-Men ’97 goes even deeper, filling the screen with deep-cut Marvel characters from both the world of mutants and the cosmos. If you want to put some names and backstories to some of these faces, here’s a guide to all the cameos and major character returns in the show’s sixth episode, “Lifedeath Part 2.”
Credit: Marvel Studios Professor Charles Xavier
Okay, most people reading this article know who Charles Xavier is. One of the most powerful mutant telepaths in existence, Xavier...
- 4/17/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
The Walt Disney Company has announced what will be available to stream on Disney+ in May 2024. The Disney+ streaming service features movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and more, alongside exclusive Originals.
Star Wars: Tales of the Empire, Let It Be, Doctor Who, Chip ‘n’ Dale: Park Life Season 2, Marvel Studios’ Assembled: The Making of X-Men ’97, The Beach Boys, and Jim Henson Idea Man are some of the titles that will be available on Disney+ in May 2024. May will also bring new episodes of Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 3, X-Men ’97 Season 1, and library titles.
Disney+ May 2024 Schedule
Available May 1
New Library Titles
Life Below Zero: First Alaskans
Marvel’s Daredevil (2003)
Disney+ Originals
Star Wars: The Bad Batch (Season 3) – Episode 315, “The Cavalry Has Arrived”
Clone Force 99’s battle to survive the newly formed Empire comes to an epic conclusion.
X-Men ’97 – Episode 108, “Tolerance is Extinction...
Star Wars: Tales of the Empire, Let It Be, Doctor Who, Chip ‘n’ Dale: Park Life Season 2, Marvel Studios’ Assembled: The Making of X-Men ’97, The Beach Boys, and Jim Henson Idea Man are some of the titles that will be available on Disney+ in May 2024. May will also bring new episodes of Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 3, X-Men ’97 Season 1, and library titles.
Disney+ May 2024 Schedule
Available May 1
New Library Titles
Life Below Zero: First Alaskans
Marvel’s Daredevil (2003)
Disney+ Originals
Star Wars: The Bad Batch (Season 3) – Episode 315, “The Cavalry Has Arrived”
Clone Force 99’s battle to survive the newly formed Empire comes to an epic conclusion.
X-Men ’97 – Episode 108, “Tolerance is Extinction...
- 4/16/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
Viz Media recently teamed up with Marvel Comics on a number of Marvel manga from writers and artists like Sanshiro Kasama, Hikaru Uesugi and Yusuke Osawa. Now those titles are getting ready to join the Viz Manga digital service, and Viz Manga and Marvel Unlimited are offering subscription deals to celebrate. Among the first titles are Deadpool: Samurai , Wolverine: Snikt! , Spider-Man: Fake Red , and Marvel’s Secret Reverse . After that, Spider-Man: Octo-Girl and X-Men: The Manga: Remastered will follow this fall. Related: Viz and Marvel Team Up to Release Deadpool: Samurai Manga and More in English Here's more on each addition: Deadpool: Samurai : Deadpool lands in Tokyo with a bang! What could possibly go wrong when Iron Man invites Deadpool to join the Avengers' new Samurai Squad? After all, Deadpool is just in it for the money…and the trip to Japan. This is fine, right? Wolverine: Snikt!
- 4/16/2024
- by Joseph Luster
- Crunchyroll
X-Men ‘97 continues the story of the titular mutant superhero group from the 90s’ X-Men: The Animated Series. The series debuted to overwhelmingly positive reviews from critics and fans alike, due to its handling of the source material and focus on character-driven storytelling.
A still from the X-Men ’97
Given the show’s portrayal of the X-Men, there has been a clamor for the mutants to receive a similar treatment when they finally make their MCU debut. Moreover, directors of X-Men ‘97 have shared their willingness to helm a live-action X-Men project for the MCU. Here is why the X-Men ‘97 directors could work wonders for the MCU reboot and Kevin Feige mustn’t wait time to sign them up.
X-Men ‘97 Directors Willing to Helm Live-Action X-Men Reboot For MCU
Ever since Disney acquired 21st Century Fox, fans have been waiting for the characters from the studio’s...
A still from the X-Men ’97
Given the show’s portrayal of the X-Men, there has been a clamor for the mutants to receive a similar treatment when they finally make their MCU debut. Moreover, directors of X-Men ‘97 have shared their willingness to helm a live-action X-Men project for the MCU. Here is why the X-Men ‘97 directors could work wonders for the MCU reboot and Kevin Feige mustn’t wait time to sign them up.
X-Men ‘97 Directors Willing to Helm Live-Action X-Men Reboot For MCU
Ever since Disney acquired 21st Century Fox, fans have been waiting for the characters from the studio’s...
- 4/16/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
This article contains spoilers for X-Men ’97
Every great X-Men story has some sort of relationship drama at its center. The pathos of characters having to deal with interpersonal conflicts while their existence is at stake is the kind of drama that defines a good X-Men story. It seems that X-Men ’97 understands this well, having introduced one of its most contentious love triangles back into the story, right as Genosha was blown up in a terrorist plot against the mutant population.
Jean Grey and Logan Howlett in X-Men ’97
X-Men ’97 created a lot of drama in Scott Summers’ life, exposing the mother of his child as a clone, while the actual Jean Grey might have been missing in action since the original Animated Series. However, with Jean returned, things took a a turn for the worse when Jean, in a moment of weakness, ended up kissing Wolverine, who was there to comfort her.
Every great X-Men story has some sort of relationship drama at its center. The pathos of characters having to deal with interpersonal conflicts while their existence is at stake is the kind of drama that defines a good X-Men story. It seems that X-Men ’97 understands this well, having introduced one of its most contentious love triangles back into the story, right as Genosha was blown up in a terrorist plot against the mutant population.
Jean Grey and Logan Howlett in X-Men ’97
X-Men ’97 created a lot of drama in Scott Summers’ life, exposing the mother of his child as a clone, while the actual Jean Grey might have been missing in action since the original Animated Series. However, with Jean returned, things took a a turn for the worse when Jean, in a moment of weakness, ended up kissing Wolverine, who was there to comfort her.
- 4/16/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Online comic book platforms Marvel Unlimited and Viz Manga are to begin cross-promotions that are aimed at expanding fandom in the genre.
The move follows the 2022-23 collaboration between Marvel Comics and Viz Media that extended stories from the Marvel comics universe into the Japanese manga format, in a handful of titles.
Subscribers to the Viz Manga digital service can now access titles featuring fan-favorite characters including “Deadpool: Samurai,” “Wolverine: Snikt!,” “Spider-Man: Fake Red” and “Marvel’s Secret Reverse.” Later in the year other Marvel-manga crossover titles will be added including “Spider-Man: Octo-Girl” and “X-Men: The Manga: Remastered.”
To launch their cross-platform cooperation, Viz Manga and Marvel Unlimited will offer each other’s U.S. subscribers free of charge access for one month, running to April 16. The free co-promotion is a limited time offer, but the partnership will continue and the Marvel titles remain on Viz Manga.
Backed by Viz Media,...
The move follows the 2022-23 collaboration between Marvel Comics and Viz Media that extended stories from the Marvel comics universe into the Japanese manga format, in a handful of titles.
Subscribers to the Viz Manga digital service can now access titles featuring fan-favorite characters including “Deadpool: Samurai,” “Wolverine: Snikt!,” “Spider-Man: Fake Red” and “Marvel’s Secret Reverse.” Later in the year other Marvel-manga crossover titles will be added including “Spider-Man: Octo-Girl” and “X-Men: The Manga: Remastered.”
To launch their cross-platform cooperation, Viz Manga and Marvel Unlimited will offer each other’s U.S. subscribers free of charge access for one month, running to April 16. The free co-promotion is a limited time offer, but the partnership will continue and the Marvel titles remain on Viz Manga.
Backed by Viz Media,...
- 4/16/2024
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
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
Patton Oswalt is an American actor and comedian known for his many stand-up specials and his roles in a plethora of movies over the years. Being a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Patton Oswalt is surely keeping up with the recent MCU projects.
Taking to his social media, the star tweeted about the recently released Marvel animated project X-Men ’97. Alongside the tweet, Oswalt also gave a suggestion about the MCU that millions of fans seemed to agree with!
Patton Oswalt in a still from Young Adult Patty Oswalt Wants Marvel To Make X-Men ’97 Canon!
Let us break it down for you. The recently released animated project X-Men ’97 has been the talk of the town for quite a while now. With the return of fan-favorite characters in the animated series, Marvel essentially reignited the original X-Men: The Animated Series from back in the 1990s.
Patton Oswalt played...
Taking to his social media, the star tweeted about the recently released Marvel animated project X-Men ’97. Alongside the tweet, Oswalt also gave a suggestion about the MCU that millions of fans seemed to agree with!
Patton Oswalt in a still from Young Adult Patty Oswalt Wants Marvel To Make X-Men ’97 Canon!
Let us break it down for you. The recently released animated project X-Men ’97 has been the talk of the town for quite a while now. With the return of fan-favorite characters in the animated series, Marvel essentially reignited the original X-Men: The Animated Series from back in the 1990s.
Patton Oswalt played...
- 4/14/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
This article contains heavy spoilers for X-Men ’97 Episode 5.
X-Men ’97 has put into motion one of the most devastating storylines in X-Men history. E for Extinction was one of the most critically acclaimed runs of the X-Men, under the penmanship of Grant Morrison, who was brought over to Marvel thanks to his high-profile work with DC to revitalize the X-Men comics in the early 2000s.
Rogue holding Gambit’s lifeless body in X-Men ’97
Episode 5 of X-Men ’97 saw the inciting incident of the storyline, massacring the population of Genosha with the ‘Godzilla’ sentinel as the nation works towards being admitted into the Un. Heavily leaning in on its TV-14 rating, the series is ready to bleed its protagonists and slay as many mutants as it wants to tell a compelling story.
The Original Story featured Cassandra Nova as the main antagonist of the X-Men
Cassandra Nova as she appears in X-Men comics.
X-Men ’97 has put into motion one of the most devastating storylines in X-Men history. E for Extinction was one of the most critically acclaimed runs of the X-Men, under the penmanship of Grant Morrison, who was brought over to Marvel thanks to his high-profile work with DC to revitalize the X-Men comics in the early 2000s.
Rogue holding Gambit’s lifeless body in X-Men ’97
Episode 5 of X-Men ’97 saw the inciting incident of the storyline, massacring the population of Genosha with the ‘Godzilla’ sentinel as the nation works towards being admitted into the Un. Heavily leaning in on its TV-14 rating, the series is ready to bleed its protagonists and slay as many mutants as it wants to tell a compelling story.
The Original Story featured Cassandra Nova as the main antagonist of the X-Men
Cassandra Nova as she appears in X-Men comics.
- 4/13/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Disney Plus’ X-Men ’97 has been confirmed for seasons 2 and 3. While the show’s season 1 is still unraveling its roaring success has prompted Marvel Studios to start working on the upcoming instalments. The show continues the story of 1992’s X-Men: The Animated Series.
A major update recently revealed that two of X-Men ’97‘s key crew members from season 1 will return to season 2. The update means that the second season of the Disney Plus show will have the same powerful music as the first.
Image from X-Men ’97 | Official Trailer | Marvel Entertainment | YouTube
X-Men ’97 Will Bring Back Show’s Best Assets For Season 2
In an exclusive interview with The Direct, Taylor Newton Stewart from The Newton Brothers duo confirmed that they will compose music for X-Men ‘97 season 2. Fans thoroughly enjoyed the musicians’ work on season 1. Stewart told the outlet they haven’t started working on the music yet. The...
A major update recently revealed that two of X-Men ’97‘s key crew members from season 1 will return to season 2. The update means that the second season of the Disney Plus show will have the same powerful music as the first.
Image from X-Men ’97 | Official Trailer | Marvel Entertainment | YouTube
X-Men ’97 Will Bring Back Show’s Best Assets For Season 2
In an exclusive interview with The Direct, Taylor Newton Stewart from The Newton Brothers duo confirmed that they will compose music for X-Men ‘97 season 2. Fans thoroughly enjoyed the musicians’ work on season 1. Stewart told the outlet they haven’t started working on the music yet. The...
- 4/13/2024
- by Disha Kandpal
- FandomWire
The animated television series X-Men ’97, created by Beau DeMayo and based on Marvel Comics superhero team X-Men, is a revival of 1992’s X-Men: The Animated Series. The 2024 animated series picks up where the original ends and follows the story of X-Men facing new challenges following the loss of their leader, Professor X.
The series premiered on Disney+ with two episodes on March 20, 2024, and received positive responses from the audience and critics. The following episodes will premiere weekly until May 15, 2024. Chase Conley directed the fourth episode of the series ‘Montendo/Life Death Part 1’ which premiered on April 3rd, and now he has some insights to share with Marvel fans.
X-Men ’97 season two is under production (Credits: Marvel Animation)
Chase Conley says Life Death Part 2 ‘will be a bit of a breather’
Ahead of the premiere of episode 6, titled Life Death Part 2, which is set to premiere on April 17th,...
The series premiered on Disney+ with two episodes on March 20, 2024, and received positive responses from the audience and critics. The following episodes will premiere weekly until May 15, 2024. Chase Conley directed the fourth episode of the series ‘Montendo/Life Death Part 1’ which premiered on April 3rd, and now he has some insights to share with Marvel fans.
X-Men ’97 season two is under production (Credits: Marvel Animation)
Chase Conley says Life Death Part 2 ‘will be a bit of a breather’
Ahead of the premiere of episode 6, titled Life Death Part 2, which is set to premiere on April 17th,...
- 4/13/2024
- by Avneet Ahluwalia
- FandomWire
All hell broke loose in the fifth episode of “X-Men ’97,” “Remember It.” The shocking events are so traumatic, in fact, that fired showrunner Beau DeMayo momentarily broke his silence about the show to explain why it was important to reflect that “the X-Men have now been hit hard by the realities of an adult and unsafe world.”
It was against this unpredictable backdrop that The Newton Brothers Andy Grush and Taylor Stewart composed a score (out May 24) for the reboot that both honored and transcended the spirit of “X-Men: The Animated Series.”
“We started tackling the music in a sort of multi-faceted way at first [before seeing full episodes] because we didn’t really want to pretend that we knew exactly what the show should be because there are so many aspects,” Grush told IndieWire. “So, for us, it was about trying to give proper credit to various genres and ideas, and seeing...
It was against this unpredictable backdrop that The Newton Brothers Andy Grush and Taylor Stewart composed a score (out May 24) for the reboot that both honored and transcended the spirit of “X-Men: The Animated Series.”
“We started tackling the music in a sort of multi-faceted way at first [before seeing full episodes] because we didn’t really want to pretend that we knew exactly what the show should be because there are so many aspects,” Grush told IndieWire. “So, for us, it was about trying to give proper credit to various genres and ideas, and seeing...
- 4/12/2024
- by Bill Desowitz
- Indiewire
X-Men ’97 has gained quite the momentum in the fandom with its latest episode, which points towards the story that the show is trying to adapt. With the insectoid Sentinel that wreaks havoc on Genosha causing the death of multiple prominent mutants, Marvel released a teaser for what the rest of the season holds.
Magneto in a still from episode 5 of X-Men ’97
Fans have been speculating the main antagonist who has been manipulating events is indeed Cassandra Nova, the character who is also set to be the antagonist of Deadpool & Wolverine in the MCU. However, there is another potential MCU cameo in the show that has been teased by the show’s latest teaser trailer, one with much bigger implications for the Marvel multiverse at large.
Captain America could be making his return to the MCU
Chris Evans in Captain America: Civil War
In the teaser, an icy landscape...
Magneto in a still from episode 5 of X-Men ’97
Fans have been speculating the main antagonist who has been manipulating events is indeed Cassandra Nova, the character who is also set to be the antagonist of Deadpool & Wolverine in the MCU. However, there is another potential MCU cameo in the show that has been teased by the show’s latest teaser trailer, one with much bigger implications for the Marvel multiverse at large.
Captain America could be making his return to the MCU
Chris Evans in Captain America: Civil War
In the teaser, an icy landscape...
- 4/12/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
New X-Men '97 TV Spot Teases Captain America Appearance - Main Image
A newly-released TV spot for X-Men '97 teased the arrival of Captain America in one of the upcoming episodes this season.
Fans are still reeling about the recently-aired fifth episode as it ended with the fall of Genosha and the death of many beloved characters such as Magneto and Gambit.
There is now a lot of anticipation for the upcoming episodes as fans are wondering how the other X-Men heroes will deal with the aftermath, but we know that it will feature cameo appearances from other Marvel characters.
Also Read: X-Men '97 Episode 5 Features Secret Cameo from What If...?'s The Watcher
X-Men '97 TV Spot Reveals Captain America Cameo
Marvel Studios recently released a new TV spot for X-Men '97 titled "War" which gave fans glimpses of what they could expect in the rest of the first season.
A newly-released TV spot for X-Men '97 teased the arrival of Captain America in one of the upcoming episodes this season.
Fans are still reeling about the recently-aired fifth episode as it ended with the fall of Genosha and the death of many beloved characters such as Magneto and Gambit.
There is now a lot of anticipation for the upcoming episodes as fans are wondering how the other X-Men heroes will deal with the aftermath, but we know that it will feature cameo appearances from other Marvel characters.
Also Read: X-Men '97 Episode 5 Features Secret Cameo from What If...?'s The Watcher
X-Men '97 TV Spot Reveals Captain America Cameo
Marvel Studios recently released a new TV spot for X-Men '97 titled "War" which gave fans glimpses of what they could expect in the rest of the first season.
- 4/12/2024
- EpicStream
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
Spoilers ahead for "X-Men '97."
"X-Men '97" is arguably the greatest thing Marvel Studios has produced since "Avengers: Endgame," a gorgeously designed and animated cartoon that captures the spirit of the original '90s show while doubling down on the themes and interpersonal drama that makes the "X-Men" comics so unique. But while the first four episodes were a good mix of nostalgia and fun new adventures, episode five ended with the biggest, darkest moment in the entire show — and it is only the beginning.
Beau DeMayo, the creator who was fired a week before the show's premiere, took to Twitter to explain that this was always planned to be a turning point in the story.
"My plan was the first half of the season is the Og audiences pre-9/11 days, rife with nostalgia and comfort," DeMayo wrote. "Then 9/11 — like Tulsa and other mass tragedies — turned the world upside down...
"X-Men '97" is arguably the greatest thing Marvel Studios has produced since "Avengers: Endgame," a gorgeously designed and animated cartoon that captures the spirit of the original '90s show while doubling down on the themes and interpersonal drama that makes the "X-Men" comics so unique. But while the first four episodes were a good mix of nostalgia and fun new adventures, episode five ended with the biggest, darkest moment in the entire show — and it is only the beginning.
Beau DeMayo, the creator who was fired a week before the show's premiere, took to Twitter to explain that this was always planned to be a turning point in the story.
"My plan was the first half of the season is the Og audiences pre-9/11 days, rife with nostalgia and comfort," DeMayo wrote. "Then 9/11 — like Tulsa and other mass tragedies — turned the world upside down...
- 4/10/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
This X-Men ’97 article contains spoilers.
The fifth episode of X-Men ’97 presents a major change in the status quo for mutankind, climaxing with an attack on the nation of Genosha and the deaths of several major characters. But the most consequential event may be what happens just before the attack begins.
The first half of “Remember It” plays like a reprieve for the X-Men, as they visit a radically different Genosha from the one they previously saw on X-Men: The Animated Series. Once an apartheid nation built on mutant oppression, Genosha has become a haven for mutants, allowing them to celebrate their culture. The climax of the celebration occurs in the Hellfire Gala, a ball designed to inaugurate Magneto and Rogue as the new leaders.
The party ends on a horrible note when the Master Mold arrives to wreak havoc. But just before his arrival, obscured by the fireworks in the sky,...
The fifth episode of X-Men ’97 presents a major change in the status quo for mutankind, climaxing with an attack on the nation of Genosha and the deaths of several major characters. But the most consequential event may be what happens just before the attack begins.
The first half of “Remember It” plays like a reprieve for the X-Men, as they visit a radically different Genosha from the one they previously saw on X-Men: The Animated Series. Once an apartheid nation built on mutant oppression, Genosha has become a haven for mutants, allowing them to celebrate their culture. The climax of the celebration occurs in the Hellfire Gala, a ball designed to inaugurate Magneto and Rogue as the new leaders.
The party ends on a horrible note when the Master Mold arrives to wreak havoc. But just before his arrival, obscured by the fireworks in the sky,...
- 4/10/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
Jumping ships between two rival franchises or organizations can definitely be considered an act of betrayal for some hardcore fans. However, as an actor, you have to keep looking for opportunities that will benefit your career and hone your skills as an individual in the long run.
Kevin Conroy | Source: Wikimedia Commons
Kevin Conroy, the legendary voice actor of Batman once also opened up about jumping ships from DC to Marvel. He revealed that he would definitely try his hand at portraying a Marvel character if he was ever given the chance.
Kevin Conroy could’ve voiced this iconic villain in X-Men ’97
Kevin Conroy was one of the most popular voice actors in Hollywood and was most well-known as the voice of Batman to a whole generation of kids. Conroy went on to voice the character of Bruce Wayne aka Batman in multiple series, movies, and video games throughout...
Kevin Conroy | Source: Wikimedia Commons
Kevin Conroy, the legendary voice actor of Batman once also opened up about jumping ships from DC to Marvel. He revealed that he would definitely try his hand at portraying a Marvel character if he was ever given the chance.
Kevin Conroy could’ve voiced this iconic villain in X-Men ’97
Kevin Conroy was one of the most popular voice actors in Hollywood and was most well-known as the voice of Batman to a whole generation of kids. Conroy went on to voice the character of Bruce Wayne aka Batman in multiple series, movies, and video games throughout...
- 4/10/2024
- by Shikhar Tiwari
- FandomWire
X-Men: The Animated Series became a ’90s sensation in part because it so faithfully translated the stories of X-Men comics into Saturday morning cartoon form. That included not only classic storylines such as “Days of Future Past,” “Broodfall,” and more recently “Inferno” on X-Men ’97, but also bringing in even deep cut characters.
At the center of the show was an all-star lineup, mostly consisting of the Blue Squad in the Jim Lee-driven comic series X-Men, with Wolverine, Cyclops, and Beast alongside Gold Squad transplants Jean Grey and Storm. But the real pleasure of the show came not from the good guys, but from the baddies, the many wonderful weirdos that the series brought from the comics into animated form. While that rogues’ gallery includes lesser-known greats like Mojo and fan-faves like the Nasty Boys, these 10 stand out as the best of the worst in the X-Men: The Animated Series universe…...
At the center of the show was an all-star lineup, mostly consisting of the Blue Squad in the Jim Lee-driven comic series X-Men, with Wolverine, Cyclops, and Beast alongside Gold Squad transplants Jean Grey and Storm. But the real pleasure of the show came not from the good guys, but from the baddies, the many wonderful weirdos that the series brought from the comics into animated form. While that rogues’ gallery includes lesser-known greats like Mojo and fan-faves like the Nasty Boys, these 10 stand out as the best of the worst in the X-Men: The Animated Series universe…...
- 4/9/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
X-Men is one of the most favorite superhero teams. The team’s adventures have been adapted into several series and movies over the years. The first attempt at an adaptation was made in 1989 with X-Men: Pryde of the X-Men. However, the show was not picked up for a second season.
A still from X-Men: The Animated Series
A second attempt at adapting the mutant superhero team’s adventures was made a couple of years later; X-Men: The Animated Series debuted in the U.S. in October 1992. The show was a hit with the fans and was aired for 5 seasons.
Much to the delight of the fans of the superhero team, the epic show was revived decades later. However, this new show, known as X-Men ’97, has deprived everyone of the one character that the 1992 show worked so hard to perfect.
X-Men: The Animated Series Creator on How Mystique’s...
A still from X-Men: The Animated Series
A second attempt at adapting the mutant superhero team’s adventures was made a couple of years later; X-Men: The Animated Series debuted in the U.S. in October 1992. The show was a hit with the fans and was aired for 5 seasons.
Much to the delight of the fans of the superhero team, the epic show was revived decades later. However, this new show, known as X-Men ’97, has deprived everyone of the one character that the 1992 show worked so hard to perfect.
X-Men: The Animated Series Creator on How Mystique’s...
- 4/8/2024
- by Ankita
- FandomWire
Batman: The Animated Series is one of the most critically acclaimed and beloved animated shows of all time. The hit series debuted in 1992 and ran for two seasons, featuring some of the best creatives working in the animation medium at the time. One of the show’s creative geniuses went on to oversee one of Marvel animation’s most underrated shows.
A still from Batman: The Animated Series
Boyd Kirkland is an Emmy Award-nominated director who is one of the few people to have worked for both Marvel and DC. After his seminal work on Batman: The Animated Series, Kirkland serves as the lead producer on Marvel animation’s X-Men: Evolution, which is an underrated gem. Here is everything you need to know about how Kirkland came to work for Marvel.
Boyd Kirkland Talks Working For Marvel Animation After Batman: The Animated Series
Boyd Kirkland served as a timing director on Batman: The Animated Series,...
A still from Batman: The Animated Series
Boyd Kirkland is an Emmy Award-nominated director who is one of the few people to have worked for both Marvel and DC. After his seminal work on Batman: The Animated Series, Kirkland serves as the lead producer on Marvel animation’s X-Men: Evolution, which is an underrated gem. Here is everything you need to know about how Kirkland came to work for Marvel.
Boyd Kirkland Talks Working For Marvel Animation After Batman: The Animated Series
Boyd Kirkland served as a timing director on Batman: The Animated Series,...
- 4/7/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
This article contains spoilers for X-Men ‘97 episode 4.
X-Men ‘97 episode 4 “Motendo” brings back a familiar villain, Mojo (voiced by David Errigo Jr.). Per his usual M.O., Marvel’s weirdest baddie kidnaps a couple members of the X-family, transporting them to a dangerous world of entertainment where they have to fight for their lives for his amusement. This time, newcomer Sunspot (Gui Agustini) and Jubilee (Holly Chou) are the victims, and on the latter’s 18th birthday, no less.
Sunspot and Jubilee are forced inside a 16-bit video game which bears a striking resemblance to the classic X-Men game created for the Sega Genesis (which was perhaps the only other X-Men property which had a theme song that could rival the animated series), and when inside this digital nightmare, the two must fight their way out. Mojo throws everything he can at the young mutants, but along the way,...
X-Men ‘97 episode 4 “Motendo” brings back a familiar villain, Mojo (voiced by David Errigo Jr.). Per his usual M.O., Marvel’s weirdest baddie kidnaps a couple members of the X-family, transporting them to a dangerous world of entertainment where they have to fight for their lives for his amusement. This time, newcomer Sunspot (Gui Agustini) and Jubilee (Holly Chou) are the victims, and on the latter’s 18th birthday, no less.
Sunspot and Jubilee are forced inside a 16-bit video game which bears a striking resemblance to the classic X-Men game created for the Sega Genesis (which was perhaps the only other X-Men property which had a theme song that could rival the animated series), and when inside this digital nightmare, the two must fight their way out. Mojo throws everything he can at the young mutants, but along the way,...
- 4/4/2024
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
This article contains spoilers for X-Men ’97 episode 4.
Rising from the ashes of X-Men: The Animated Series like a Dark Phoenix, X-Men ‘97 has done a stellar job of bringing fan-favorites like Scott, Jean, and Wolverine back into the fray. While Marvel Studios’ producer Brad Winderbaum has revealed that production is already underway for seasons 2 and 3, some sneaky hints suggest that the lineup of this colorful cartoon caper could soon look a little different.
The Original X-Men
X-Men ‘97 has largely stuck with the series staples of X-Men: The Animated Series, albeit with the additions of Morph and Bishop while swapping out Professor Xavier for a reformed Magneto. Several Easter eggs have referenced both old and new teams, with the season premiere reminding us the current roster is far from the original lineup of Charles Xavier’s Gifted Youngsters.
A nostalgic picture of the “original” team is on display at the school.
Rising from the ashes of X-Men: The Animated Series like a Dark Phoenix, X-Men ‘97 has done a stellar job of bringing fan-favorites like Scott, Jean, and Wolverine back into the fray. While Marvel Studios’ producer Brad Winderbaum has revealed that production is already underway for seasons 2 and 3, some sneaky hints suggest that the lineup of this colorful cartoon caper could soon look a little different.
The Original X-Men
X-Men ‘97 has largely stuck with the series staples of X-Men: The Animated Series, albeit with the additions of Morph and Bishop while swapping out Professor Xavier for a reformed Magneto. Several Easter eggs have referenced both old and new teams, with the season premiere reminding us the current roster is far from the original lineup of Charles Xavier’s Gifted Youngsters.
A nostalgic picture of the “original” team is on display at the school.
- 4/4/2024
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
Marvel Studios’ animated series X-Men ’97, created by Beau DeMayo, is a revival of 1992’s successful series X-Men: The Animated Series, which concluded its five-season run in 1997. Picking up where the original series left off, the 2024 series is going to depict X-Men facing challenges following the loss of their leader, Professor X.
X-Men ’97 is the first X-Men project from Marvel Studios since the studios regained the rights to the characters for movies and television. Vice President of Animation at Marvel Studios, Dana Vasquez-Eberhardt, had mentioned that the people involved with the revival of 1992’s series were fans of the show and knew exactly how the story for the 2024 series would pick up. Brad Winderbaum, however, revealed one of their plans for the series that could probably make fans happy.
Marvel Comics’ Avengers vs. X-Men (Credits: Marvel Comics) Brad Winderbaum hints at X-Men ’97 and Marvel crossovers
X-Men ‘97’s executive producer,...
X-Men ’97 is the first X-Men project from Marvel Studios since the studios regained the rights to the characters for movies and television. Vice President of Animation at Marvel Studios, Dana Vasquez-Eberhardt, had mentioned that the people involved with the revival of 1992’s series were fans of the show and knew exactly how the story for the 2024 series would pick up. Brad Winderbaum, however, revealed one of their plans for the series that could probably make fans happy.
Marvel Comics’ Avengers vs. X-Men (Credits: Marvel Comics) Brad Winderbaum hints at X-Men ’97 and Marvel crossovers
X-Men ‘97’s executive producer,...
- 4/4/2024
- by Avneet Ahluwalia
- FandomWire
The fourth episode of "X-Men '97" is, in fact, two episodes crammed into one. The first half, called "Motendo," is about Jubille (Holly Chou) being teleported into Mojoworld where she is forced to fight inside a violent video game at the behest of a TV goblin named Mojo. The second half, called "Lifedeath, Part 1," follows Storm (Alison Sealy-Smith) after she lost her weather-controlling superpowers in the previous episode. It was quite a blow for Storm who was essentially a goddess. Now a mere mortal with no mastery of the elements, Storm is approached by a character named Forge (Gil Birmingham) with a proposal that they team up for an unspecified mission.
Forge had previously appeared in "X-Men: The Animated Series" (voiced by Marc Strange) as the leader of X-Factor, a separate team of super-mutants. Forge has the uncanny ability to intuit machines just by handling them, making him the world's greatest mechanic.
Forge had previously appeared in "X-Men: The Animated Series" (voiced by Marc Strange) as the leader of X-Factor, a separate team of super-mutants. Forge has the uncanny ability to intuit machines just by handling them, making him the world's greatest mechanic.
- 4/3/2024
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
The latest episode of "X-Men '97," called "Motendo/Lifedeath, Part 1," features the return of Mojo, a longtime X-Men villain who made his debut in "Longshot" #3, published in November of 1985. Mojo was a horrible, mutilated cybernetic monster with robotic spidery legs and a series of mechanical tubes sprouting from his body. He ruled a dimension called the Mojoverse, and oversaw one of the realm's most popular TV shows, "Mojovision," a gladiatorial show wherein superpowered beings from across multiple dimensions would be forced to fight to the death. Mojo lived for ratings and only cared about watching his numbers increase. He was modeled after the shallow TV executives and schmoozing moneymen who oversee most creative efforts in Hollywood.
Mojo made a memorable appearance in two episodes of "X-Men: The Animated Series" wherein he was enthusiastically played by Canadian voice actor Peter Wildman. In "Mojovision", he snarled and cackled as he forced the...
Mojo made a memorable appearance in two episodes of "X-Men: The Animated Series" wherein he was enthusiastically played by Canadian voice actor Peter Wildman. In "Mojovision", he snarled and cackled as he forced the...
- 4/3/2024
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
Based on the Marvel Comics superhero team X-Men, X-Men ’97 is an animated television series created by Beau DeMayo. The 2024 series is said to be the revival of X-Men: The Animated Series (1992–1997) and picks up from where the original left off. X-Men ’97 saw several cast members from the original series returning to either voice their old characters, or new ones altogether.
X-Men ’97 is the first X-Men project from Marvel Studios since the studio regained the television and film rights to the characters. The first three episodes of the series premiered on March 20, 2024, and received an overwhelming response from the fans. Recently, there was a rumor regarding the revival series, which might upset fans.
X-Men ’97 picks up from where X-Men: The Animated Series left off (Credits: Disney+)
X-Men ’97 to introduce new suits for characters by the end of Season 1?
According to TooNado, X-Men ’97 has been receiving...
X-Men ’97 is the first X-Men project from Marvel Studios since the studio regained the television and film rights to the characters. The first three episodes of the series premiered on March 20, 2024, and received an overwhelming response from the fans. Recently, there was a rumor regarding the revival series, which might upset fans.
X-Men ’97 picks up from where X-Men: The Animated Series left off (Credits: Disney+)
X-Men ’97 to introduce new suits for characters by the end of Season 1?
According to TooNado, X-Men ’97 has been receiving...
- 4/3/2024
- by Avneet Ahluwalia
- FandomWire
Spoilers follow.
As the title indicates, "X-Men '97" is firmly set in the decade in which the original "X-Men: The Animated Series" debuted, the gloriously colorful '90s. So when Jubilee turns 18 in the fourth episode of the animate series revival, it only makes sense that she wants to take all of her mutant teammates to the arcade to celebrate. Unfortunately, the X-Men's new leader Magneto isn't having it, which prompts Jubilee to vent her frustrations to the newest X-Men recruit, Roberto da Costa (aka Sunspot), while hanging out in her room.
That's when Roberto notices that Jubilee really is a gamer, noticing a game console sitting next to the TV in her bedroom. But even though Jubilee genuinely believes that the only people who hate video games are bad at video games, that console doesn't belong to her. Instead, the Motendo is actually a sneaky trap created by...
As the title indicates, "X-Men '97" is firmly set in the decade in which the original "X-Men: The Animated Series" debuted, the gloriously colorful '90s. So when Jubilee turns 18 in the fourth episode of the animate series revival, it only makes sense that she wants to take all of her mutant teammates to the arcade to celebrate. Unfortunately, the X-Men's new leader Magneto isn't having it, which prompts Jubilee to vent her frustrations to the newest X-Men recruit, Roberto da Costa (aka Sunspot), while hanging out in her room.
That's when Roberto notices that Jubilee really is a gamer, noticing a game console sitting next to the TV in her bedroom. But even though Jubilee genuinely believes that the only people who hate video games are bad at video games, that console doesn't belong to her. Instead, the Motendo is actually a sneaky trap created by...
- 4/3/2024
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
Superhero fans are thoroughly enjoying the new X-Men ’97 animated series. The show is a continuation of the original X-Men: The Animated Series that launched in 1992. However, this recent release from Marvel Studios Animation has also got comic-book buffs wondering if they could soon get a long-awaited Spider-Man animated show.
Spider-Man’s animated cartoons have been a fan favorite over the past five decades. The first cartoon featuring the friendly neighborhood wall-crawler came out in 1967 and the superhero has been on a roll ever since. However, the character’s complicated TV rights have made it rather difficult to adapt the long-awaited Spider-Man ’98 show on TV.
Snap from Across The Spider-Verse – Official Trailer #2 | Sony Pictures Entertainment – YouTube Spider-Man’s Complicated TV Rights Will Make Your Mind Boggle
Spider-Man’s popularity has dominated the small screen since the first show was released in 1967. Since then, nine more shows featuring the superhero have come out.
Spider-Man’s animated cartoons have been a fan favorite over the past five decades. The first cartoon featuring the friendly neighborhood wall-crawler came out in 1967 and the superhero has been on a roll ever since. However, the character’s complicated TV rights have made it rather difficult to adapt the long-awaited Spider-Man ’98 show on TV.
Snap from Across The Spider-Verse – Official Trailer #2 | Sony Pictures Entertainment – YouTube Spider-Man’s Complicated TV Rights Will Make Your Mind Boggle
Spider-Man’s popularity has dominated the small screen since the first show was released in 1967. Since then, nine more shows featuring the superhero have come out.
- 4/3/2024
- by Disha Kandpal
- FandomWire
1992 was a pivotal year for superheroes, as it witnessed DC and Marvel kickstarting two iconic shows, which would go on to change the comic-book landscape forever. While Bruce Timm gave us the definitive version of the caped crusader with Batman: The Animated Series, with X-Men: The Animated Series, Larry Houston gave fans the definitive X-Men experience.
Considering how influential X-Men: The Animated Series was for the genre as a whole, the series that succeeded had pretty big shoes to fill. However, the creators were shot in the foot by Kids’ WB, after they were denied to include one element, which was crucial for the character’s development.
Kids’ WB Was Against Romance in X-Men: Evolution
X-Men: The Animated Series | Fox Kids
When it was announced that X-Men: Evolution was set to follow the mutants in their teenage years, eyebrows were raised, as not everyone was enthralled by the idea. But against all odds,...
Considering how influential X-Men: The Animated Series was for the genre as a whole, the series that succeeded had pretty big shoes to fill. However, the creators were shot in the foot by Kids’ WB, after they were denied to include one element, which was crucial for the character’s development.
Kids’ WB Was Against Romance in X-Men: Evolution
X-Men: The Animated Series | Fox Kids
When it was announced that X-Men: Evolution was set to follow the mutants in their teenage years, eyebrows were raised, as not everyone was enthralled by the idea. But against all odds,...
- 4/3/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
This X-Men ’97 article contains spoilers.
It takes five minutes for “Motendo” segment of the latest episode of X-Men ’97 to reveal its big bad. A stomach-churning yellow creature covered in metal appears on screen and yells, “I am Mojo, your primetime psycho inter dimensional TV producer who feeds off ratings!”
That’s actually a pretty good description for Mojo, one of the strangest Marvel villains of all time. The “Motendo” segment finds Mojo kidnapping Jubilee and Roberto Da Costa (not yet taking his Sunspot moniker) and sending them into a video game. There, they battle various computerized baddies and garner praise from an audience, which in turn makes Mojo more powerful.
Unsurprisingly, the segment includes plenty of nods to the history of X-Men video games. And if you’re the type of person who got upset that the episode used a Snes portmanteau to describe a system that looked...
It takes five minutes for “Motendo” segment of the latest episode of X-Men ’97 to reveal its big bad. A stomach-churning yellow creature covered in metal appears on screen and yells, “I am Mojo, your primetime psycho inter dimensional TV producer who feeds off ratings!”
That’s actually a pretty good description for Mojo, one of the strangest Marvel villains of all time. The “Motendo” segment finds Mojo kidnapping Jubilee and Roberto Da Costa (not yet taking his Sunspot moniker) and sending them into a video game. There, they battle various computerized baddies and garner praise from an audience, which in turn makes Mojo more powerful.
Unsurprisingly, the segment includes plenty of nods to the history of X-Men video games. And if you’re the type of person who got upset that the episode used a Snes portmanteau to describe a system that looked...
- 4/3/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
Across continents, galaxies, and dimensions, Disney+ has plenty to watch this month! The House of Mouse streamer is adding to the April showers by making it rain all-new episodes of three of its biggest animated series: "Star Wars: The Bad Batch," now in its third and final season; the recent hit "X-Men '97"; and the beloved children's series "Bluey."
Disney’s latest animated film “Wish,” led by Ariana DeBose, Chris Pine, Alan Tudyk, and more, will also make its streaming debut, as will Disneynature documentaries, animated shorts, and more!
Find out everything coming to Disney+ this month, including The Streamable’s top five picks to watch!
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Set in the magical kingdom of Rosas, “Wish” follows Asha, “a sharp-witted idealist,...
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Set in the magical kingdom of Rosas, “Wish” follows Asha, “a sharp-witted idealist,...
- 4/3/2024
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
The new animated Marvel series X-Men 97′ is the long-awaited follow-up to the popular 1990’s X-Men: The Animated Series which initially aired from 1992 – 1997 and became the first show in the Marvel Animated Universe. While many were skeptical leading up to the premier, the show has so far given viewers plenty of fan service.
One interesting homage was revealed for the series’ fourth episode titled “Motendo; Lifedeath, Pt. 1“. The scene depicts Jubilee and series newcomer Roberto De Costa aka Sunspot. The two are seen teleported into a video game titled “X-Men: The Rise of Jubilee” on a giant monitor in front of a large audience.
The two are loaded into a stage that resembles the Days of Future Past storyline, and Jubilee then takes action to battle some sentinels. The screen then bans back to show a classic arcade beat ’em up sprite style of the action with the crowd cheering.
For those who aren’t aware,...
One interesting homage was revealed for the series’ fourth episode titled “Motendo; Lifedeath, Pt. 1“. The scene depicts Jubilee and series newcomer Roberto De Costa aka Sunspot. The two are seen teleported into a video game titled “X-Men: The Rise of Jubilee” on a giant monitor in front of a large audience.
The two are loaded into a stage that resembles the Days of Future Past storyline, and Jubilee then takes action to battle some sentinels. The screen then bans back to show a classic arcade beat ’em up sprite style of the action with the crowd cheering.
For those who aren’t aware,...
- 4/3/2024
- by Mr. Milo
- Pirates & Princesses
The director for X-Men ‘97 teased fans about the possibility of exciting faces showing up at some point in the new season.
The original X-Men: The Animated Series was no stranger to cameos, with a handful of characters showing up for brief stints, including Scarlet Witch, Quicksilver, Strong Guy, and more.
Those fun appearances weren't limited to the X-Men characters either. Notable heroes such as Captain America, War Machine, Nick Fury, Ms. Marvel, Spider, and more also made fun appearances.
Read full article on The Direct.
The original X-Men: The Animated Series was no stranger to cameos, with a handful of characters showing up for brief stints, including Scarlet Witch, Quicksilver, Strong Guy, and more.
Those fun appearances weren't limited to the X-Men characters either. Notable heroes such as Captain America, War Machine, Nick Fury, Ms. Marvel, Spider, and more also made fun appearances.
Read full article on The Direct.
- 4/3/2024
- by Russ Milheim
- The Direct
Before the era of Superhero Cinematic Universes, there was the time of Superhero Animated Universes. On Marvel’s side, there was Spider-Man: The Animated Series and X-Men: The Animated Series, which were going head-to-head against DC’s Superman: The Animated Series and Batman: The Animated Series. These two franchises have been butting heads with each other ever since they were exclusively publishing comic books and some things never change.
John Semper’s Spider-Man: The Animated Series
When the Spider-Man and Batman shows were being released, it would seem that the creators of the two were in quite a public disagreement with each other. John Semper, who wrote the former, actually ended up shooting some shots at Bruce Timm, the creator of the latter.
Suggested“She was meant to be a one-off character”: Bruce Timm Can’t Believe 1 Original Batman: Tas Villainess Got So Popular Even Men Started Dressing...
John Semper’s Spider-Man: The Animated Series
When the Spider-Man and Batman shows were being released, it would seem that the creators of the two were in quite a public disagreement with each other. John Semper, who wrote the former, actually ended up shooting some shots at Bruce Timm, the creator of the latter.
Suggested“She was meant to be a one-off character”: Bruce Timm Can’t Believe 1 Original Batman: Tas Villainess Got So Popular Even Men Started Dressing...
- 4/1/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
X-Men ’97 was a treat for every Marvel fan. The show has successfully recreated the nostalgia, thanks to Marvel boss Kevin Feige who insisted the show must bring the original cast of Fox show, X-Men: The Animated Series. It makes sense as X-Men ‘97 was the continuation of the classic animated show in the ’90s.
Rogue with Magneto in X-Men ’97
Lenore Zann who played Anna Marie a.k.a. Rogue in both the series alongside Cal Dodd’s Wolverine revealed that they had to go through the audition process again despite their almost confirmed reprisal of their roles. Fan-favorite Gambit actor A.J. LoCascio also joined Zann and Dodd in the process.
Lenore Zann And Cal Dodd’s Re-Audition For X-Men ’97
Cal Dodd’s Wolverine
While Kevin Feige insisted on the return of the original cast of the Fox (now owned by Marvel Studios’ parent company Disney) show, X-Men: The Animated Series...
Rogue with Magneto in X-Men ’97
Lenore Zann who played Anna Marie a.k.a. Rogue in both the series alongside Cal Dodd’s Wolverine revealed that they had to go through the audition process again despite their almost confirmed reprisal of their roles. Fan-favorite Gambit actor A.J. LoCascio also joined Zann and Dodd in the process.
Lenore Zann And Cal Dodd’s Re-Audition For X-Men ’97
Cal Dodd’s Wolverine
While Kevin Feige insisted on the return of the original cast of the Fox (now owned by Marvel Studios’ parent company Disney) show, X-Men: The Animated Series...
- 4/1/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
After X-Men ’97 dropped its episodes on Disney+ as a continuation of the adventures of the X-Men from the legendary 90’s animated series, the show was greeted with good reviews. However, some fans appeared to nitpick things to bring up bizarre controversies. For instance, the absurd fashion choices of the flamboyant mutant Gambit.
Gambit in a still from X-Men ‘97
Sparking culture wars after witnessing Gambit expose his midriff in a crop top, fans of the show not only criticized the costume choice but also began questioning the character’s sexuality. But, after the mutant’s fashion and sexuality became a controversial topic, the actor – A. J. LoCascio, who voiced the character, came out with the cheekiest response to the criticism.
Fans are Outraged by Gambit’s Fashion Choice in X-Men ’97
The new series X-Men ’97 hit Disney+ as a revival of the old show X-Men: The Animated Series,...
Gambit in a still from X-Men ‘97
Sparking culture wars after witnessing Gambit expose his midriff in a crop top, fans of the show not only criticized the costume choice but also began questioning the character’s sexuality. But, after the mutant’s fashion and sexuality became a controversial topic, the actor – A. J. LoCascio, who voiced the character, came out with the cheekiest response to the criticism.
Fans are Outraged by Gambit’s Fashion Choice in X-Men ’97
The new series X-Men ’97 hit Disney+ as a revival of the old show X-Men: The Animated Series,...
- 4/1/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
“To me, my X-Men” yelled Cyclops as he cemented his role as the leader of the X-Men. Well, at least, that’s what happened in the comic books and X-Men ’97. Having almost a central figure authority in the recently released animated show, the character of Cyclops has been getting much love and fame from around the world.
And that is how things were supposed to be before the live-action movies came into existence. Marvel President Kevin Feige made sure not to repeat the mistake that Fox Studios did in their live-action films which was one of the factors for the later decline of popularity of the X-Men films!
Cyclops in X-Men ’97 Cyclops Is The Leader of The X-Men in X-Men ’97!
In the comic books as well as the movies, Cyclops has always been the team leader in his team of mutants. Having a commanding personality, Cyclops...
And that is how things were supposed to be before the live-action movies came into existence. Marvel President Kevin Feige made sure not to repeat the mistake that Fox Studios did in their live-action films which was one of the factors for the later decline of popularity of the X-Men films!
Cyclops in X-Men ’97 Cyclops Is The Leader of The X-Men in X-Men ’97!
In the comic books as well as the movies, Cyclops has always been the team leader in his team of mutants. Having a commanding personality, Cyclops...
- 3/31/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
The Spider-Verse films have very quickly become one of the most iconic adaptations of Spider-Man to have ever graced any medium of storytelling. Not only do they perfectly encapsulate the essence of the character, but they also balance serious conflicts with humor in the best way possible. They made several nods to iconic characters from the past that had fans ecstatic.
A still from Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse
However, the was one very iconic version of Peter Parker who was notably missing from both Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse; the one from Spider-Man: The Animated Series.
Suggested“We had a feeling that it would go over really well”: The Same Reason Batman: The Animated Series Was a Hit is Why Fans Love X-Men ’97
A theory suggests that he could be the main key to saving the universe in the third installment of the franchise.
A still from Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse
However, the was one very iconic version of Peter Parker who was notably missing from both Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse; the one from Spider-Man: The Animated Series.
Suggested“We had a feeling that it would go over really well”: The Same Reason Batman: The Animated Series Was a Hit is Why Fans Love X-Men ’97
A theory suggests that he could be the main key to saving the universe in the third installment of the franchise.
- 3/30/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
There was something about superhero shows in the 90s and early 2000s that made them the definitive versions of their respective IPs for an entire generation. Be it Batman: The Animated Series, X-Men: The Animated Series, or Justice League Unlimited, these animated shows left a lasting mark on a generation and were the definitive versions of characters like Batman, Cyclops, Martian Manhunter, and Hawkgirl.
Batman: The Animated Series (1992)Credit: Warner Bros. Animation
Bruce Timm, creator of acclaimed animated series like Batman: The Animated Series, weighed in on why his show took the world by storm the way it did, and it stands to reason that his explanation can be extrapolated to all the other shows that came out during the time. After all, it’s been mentioned time and time again, that adaptations just need to do one thing right, which is echoed even today, with Marvel’s X-Men ’97.
Batman: The Animated Series (1992)Credit: Warner Bros. Animation
Bruce Timm, creator of acclaimed animated series like Batman: The Animated Series, weighed in on why his show took the world by storm the way it did, and it stands to reason that his explanation can be extrapolated to all the other shows that came out during the time. After all, it’s been mentioned time and time again, that adaptations just need to do one thing right, which is echoed even today, with Marvel’s X-Men ’97.
- 3/28/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Episode 3 of Disney+'s X-Men '97 series ended with a major twist regarding Cable, and many fans are wondering what it means for the rest of the show.
Although it is not canon, the MCU finally dipped its toes into the world of the X-Men with X-Men '97, a continuation of X-Men: The Animated Series that was released throughout the 1990s.
The show's first two episodes brought viewers back into The Animated Series' world, with Charles Xavier dead and Magneto ready to work alongside the team of mutants.
Read full article on The Direct.
Although it is not canon, the MCU finally dipped its toes into the world of the X-Men with X-Men '97, a continuation of X-Men: The Animated Series that was released throughout the 1990s.
The show's first two episodes brought viewers back into The Animated Series' world, with Charles Xavier dead and Magneto ready to work alongside the team of mutants.
Read full article on The Direct.
- 3/28/2024
- by Nathan Johnson
- The Direct
Following the recent release of X-Men ‘97, the show is making headlines for its brilliance and finally doing justice to certain mutant characters like Cyclops. While previously Cyclops faced years of big screen mismanagement, X-Men ‘97 eventually gave the mutant all his dues. But simultaneously, the series continued the mistreatment of another character.
The Disney+ show X-Men ‘97
According to reports, while the show did justice to Cyclops, it consistently sidelined Gambit, the same way as he was treated in the live-action X-Men movies. Following Fox Studios’ films, it seems the character started facing a streak of bad luck, which is being continued by X-Men ‘97.
Fox Studios Sidelined Gambit in the X-Men Movies
While Wolverine is undoubtedly the fan-favorite mutant who is synonymous with X-Men, there are a few other characters who are hailed by audiences despite getting sidelined in the films. One among those mutants was Remy Etienne LeBeau aka Gambit,...
The Disney+ show X-Men ‘97
According to reports, while the show did justice to Cyclops, it consistently sidelined Gambit, the same way as he was treated in the live-action X-Men movies. Following Fox Studios’ films, it seems the character started facing a streak of bad luck, which is being continued by X-Men ‘97.
Fox Studios Sidelined Gambit in the X-Men Movies
While Wolverine is undoubtedly the fan-favorite mutant who is synonymous with X-Men, there are a few other characters who are hailed by audiences despite getting sidelined in the films. One among those mutants was Remy Etienne LeBeau aka Gambit,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
X-Men ’97 made a key change by making Morph non-binary, something that received a significant amount of backlash from audiences. The latest episode of the series, titled Fire Made Flesh, may have made yet another revelation that has the potential to be just as controversial, if not more, despite the mountain of precedent it has in the comics.
Morph in X-Men ’97
As Mister Sinsiter, via the Goblin Queen, takes over the X Mansion, Morph sees a vision of Logan taking a shower. Rather than turning away, when the character offers to reach ‘the hard to reach places’, implying something a little more than close friendship, before it turns into a nightmare hellscape created by the Jean Clone.
Is Logan bisexual in X-Men ’97? Wolverine in X-Men ’97
Morph might be attracted to Wolverine, as hinted in the third episode of X-Men ’97. The pair have been close friends throughout X-Men: The Animated Series,...
Morph in X-Men ’97
As Mister Sinsiter, via the Goblin Queen, takes over the X Mansion, Morph sees a vision of Logan taking a shower. Rather than turning away, when the character offers to reach ‘the hard to reach places’, implying something a little more than close friendship, before it turns into a nightmare hellscape created by the Jean Clone.
Is Logan bisexual in X-Men ’97? Wolverine in X-Men ’97
Morph might be attracted to Wolverine, as hinted in the third episode of X-Men ’97. The pair have been close friends throughout X-Men: The Animated Series,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Recent activity regarding the latest Marvel endeavor, the revival of X-Men: The Animated Series titled X-Men ’97’s performance does not seem to be sitting right with fans. When it comes to the world of superhero franchises, Marvel easily rules the space. The special characters and storylines command fascination, adoration, and loyalty like no other. The Marvel movies have become an integral part of pop culture.
A still from X-Men ’97
Netizens believe the show’s ranking on the popular review aggregator website, Rotten Tomatoes has discrepancies in it. This has raised questions about Rotten Tomatoes’ credibility. And has sent social media into a frenzy.
Fans Are Not Pleased With X-Men ’97 Having the Same Rating as Another Marvel Show
Review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes has become the ultimate go-to website for recommendations. A high ranking on the website has become a parameter of success. However, what the website has reflected...
A still from X-Men ’97
Netizens believe the show’s ranking on the popular review aggregator website, Rotten Tomatoes has discrepancies in it. This has raised questions about Rotten Tomatoes’ credibility. And has sent social media into a frenzy.
Fans Are Not Pleased With X-Men ’97 Having the Same Rating as Another Marvel Show
Review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes has become the ultimate go-to website for recommendations. A high ranking on the website has become a parameter of success. However, what the website has reflected...
- 3/28/2024
- by Ankita
- FandomWire
X-Men ‘97, which is a revival of the popular 90s animated series, is currently streaming on Disney+ and is receiving a lot of love and praise from all corners. Apart from giving fans many nostalgic moments from the 90s, the execution of the storyline and the character sketches are being appreciated across the board.
A still from X-Men ‘97
Currently, 3 episodes of a total of 10 episodes have been released, and excited fans have been finally introduced to the inimitable Madelyn Pryor, aka Goblin Queen. This intimidating villain is a complex character from the X-Men comics who made her appearance in the closing moments of episode 2. But who is this powerful mutant, and why is she an integral part of the franchise?
Here’s What You Need to Know About Goblin Queen
The 2nd episode of X-Men ‘97 ended on an exciting note with fans being introduced to a deadly lookalike...
A still from X-Men ‘97
Currently, 3 episodes of a total of 10 episodes have been released, and excited fans have been finally introduced to the inimitable Madelyn Pryor, aka Goblin Queen. This intimidating villain is a complex character from the X-Men comics who made her appearance in the closing moments of episode 2. But who is this powerful mutant, and why is she an integral part of the franchise?
Here’s What You Need to Know About Goblin Queen
The 2nd episode of X-Men ‘97 ended on an exciting note with fans being introduced to a deadly lookalike...
- 3/28/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
X-Men ’97 has become the latest talk of the town for essentially reviving an animated series to the best standards possible and for just being plain awesome. Starring several iconic X-Men characters pitted against some infamous villains, X-Men ’97 has become an addictive series for people.
And it’s not just about the villains or the heroes that the series has garnered so much attention. It was only yesterday that the third episode of the animated show was released. Taking to X, fans were once again mesmerized by the powers and beauty of one wonderful Jean Grey!
X-Men ’97 has become a big hit on Disney+ Fans Are In Love With X-Men ’97 And Jean Grey’s Powers!
With the release of episode 3, people stated that the episode was like a psychedelic trip (in a good way). Having a plethora of visuals that are pretty, haunting, and, beautiful to look at,...
And it’s not just about the villains or the heroes that the series has garnered so much attention. It was only yesterday that the third episode of the animated show was released. Taking to X, fans were once again mesmerized by the powers and beauty of one wonderful Jean Grey!
X-Men ’97 has become a big hit on Disney+ Fans Are In Love With X-Men ’97 And Jean Grey’s Powers!
With the release of episode 3, people stated that the episode was like a psychedelic trip (in a good way). Having a plethora of visuals that are pretty, haunting, and, beautiful to look at,...
- 3/28/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
The Disney Plus animated series X-Men ‘97 has been receiving positive responses since its release. The revival of the classic show X-Men: The Animated Series was in the headlines earlier this month for parting ways with showrunner Beau DeMayo. The show’s premiere on March 20 reportedly garnered over 4 million views, making it the second most-viewed animated series on the platform.
The third episode of the series is reportedly adapted from the comic Inferno and follows Jean Grey’s clone. Introduced at the end of episode two, the clone is transformed into the Goblin Queen by Mister Sinister and then assumes the identity of Madelyn Pryor. The episode also sees Nathan Summers, the son of Cyclops and Jean Grey make an appearance.
What Happens In Episode 3 of X-Men ‘97? A still from X-Men ’97
The animated series X-Men ‘97 picks up from where X-Men: The Animated Series ended back in 1996. The...
The third episode of the series is reportedly adapted from the comic Inferno and follows Jean Grey’s clone. Introduced at the end of episode two, the clone is transformed into the Goblin Queen by Mister Sinister and then assumes the identity of Madelyn Pryor. The episode also sees Nathan Summers, the son of Cyclops and Jean Grey make an appearance.
What Happens In Episode 3 of X-Men ‘97? A still from X-Men ’97
The animated series X-Men ‘97 picks up from where X-Men: The Animated Series ended back in 1996. The...
- 3/27/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Comic book fans are no strangers to controversy, and the recent news surrounding Morph, a shape-shifting mutant from the Disney+ X-Men ’97, is no exception.
A still from X-Men ’97
While the character’s creator, Beau DeMayo, designated him as non-binary, the actor who voiced the character refused to label him as such. John Paul Karliak identifies himself a non-binary, is a queer activist and the leader of an LGBTQ+ organization.
SUGGESTEDFans Calling Gambit From X-Men ’97 Gay For His Crop-top Might Have Forgotten Apollo Creed’s Training Scene From Rocky
He has voiced many characters in different shows and games, including Wile E. Coyote in New Looney Tunes, Linus in The Stinky & Dirty Show, and N. Tropy in the Crash Bandicoot series. He’s also the voice of The Joker in Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League.
X-Men ’97 Actor Holds Back Labeling Morph Non-Binary
John Paul Karliak...
A still from X-Men ’97
While the character’s creator, Beau DeMayo, designated him as non-binary, the actor who voiced the character refused to label him as such. John Paul Karliak identifies himself a non-binary, is a queer activist and the leader of an LGBTQ+ organization.
SUGGESTEDFans Calling Gambit From X-Men ’97 Gay For His Crop-top Might Have Forgotten Apollo Creed’s Training Scene From Rocky
He has voiced many characters in different shows and games, including Wile E. Coyote in New Looney Tunes, Linus in The Stinky & Dirty Show, and N. Tropy in the Crash Bandicoot series. He’s also the voice of The Joker in Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League.
X-Men ’97 Actor Holds Back Labeling Morph Non-Binary
John Paul Karliak...
- 3/27/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
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