Hugh Jackman has been in several movies, but it was his role of Wolverine that remains one of his most famous to date. Portraying Wolverine since 2000, the actor finally made his debut as the character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. While his portrayal in Fox’s X-Men movies remains commendable, Wolverine in the MCU is just a league above.
This brings us to the infamous X-Men vs the MCU debate, an argument that fans have been having since the MCU first started. In a candid interview, Jackman, too, declared his perspective on the issue, sparking yet another debate.
Hugh Jackman Reveals Which is Better: Fox’s X-Men Movies or The MCU
Hugh Jackman is now officially part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. After the actor made his debut as MCU’s Wolverine in the recently released blockbuster, Deadpool & Wolverine, his appearance in the universe has yet again kicked off the debate of which is better: Fox’s X-Men franchise or the MCU movies.
While Fox’s X-Men movies have been severely criticized themselves, particularly because of not treating the mutants as they deserved to be treated, there is a general perception among fans the mutant flicks are still way better than the MCU franchise. True the MCU is one of the highest-grossing franchises of all time and enjoys a huge appeal and acclaim, but the X-Men movies seem to outdo the MCU movies partly because of their characters, depth, cinematography, and more.
Recently, even Hugh Jackman joined in on the debate. While on Vanity Fair’s Lie Detector Test, he was asked by his Deadpool & Wolverine co-star Ryan Reynolds, which movies are better- the MCU or Fox’s X-Men. And he truthfully replied in the negative, while hilarious adding that they are now. While it is just the actor’s opinion, Jackman’s comments went viral on the internet, kicking off another war between the two fandoms.
Fans Upset as Hugh Jackman States MCU Movies are Better than Fox’s X-Men Movies
Hugh Jackman might have candidly compared the MCU and Fox’s X-Men movies, but his perspective has not sat right with many fans. Despite his iconic portrayal of Wolverine, Jackman’s remarks have sparked disappointment and frustration among those who hold the X-Men series in high regard.
For years, movies like Logan and X-Men: First Class are generally considered to be some of the best Marvel movies ever made, thanks to their unique storytelling, complex characters, and mature themes. So when Jackman’s candid comment went viral, fans saw it as more of an endorsement of the MCU’s dominance than a personal opinion.
First Class and Logan are better than most MCU films, if not all of them https://t.co/7vni5SxyLJ
— MyTimeToShineHello (@MyTimeToShineH) July 27, 2024
Logan and DFOP clear 99% of the MCU
— NeverTakenLs (@Hung_Solow) July 28, 2024
CAPPIN hard. He letting Ryan hater syndrome get to him. Original x-men, x2, 1st class & P&F are all better dan some of Marvel's movies & he knows it.
— Mr Ny (@ny1462076) July 27, 2024
X2 and the Rogue Cut are better than half of the MCU movies.
— Ultimate Worrier (@JimTresselJr) July 27, 2024
Look what that money make a bitch do
— Patriot J (@PatriotJ) July 28, 2024
X2, DOFP, Logan clear the MCU
— Sir Alex (@FergHassan) July 27, 2024
While social media is flooded with fans defending the mutant verse, many believe that Jackman’s comments overlook the distinct strengths and contributions of the X-Men movies, which have paved the way for the MCU as well in a way.
As the debate rages on, it is but an inevitable truth that both franchises enjoy significant fame and appeal, and comparing them is not as easy of a job as it seems.
Both the X-Men movies and the MCU movies can be streamed on Disney+, while Deadpool & Wolverine is in theatres now!
