There are very few Marvel franchises that are as popular and beloved as the X-Men, as every single iteration of the comics, whether movies, cartoons, TV series, or games, have all managed to become iconic in their own right. In light of this, Marvel has released the first trailer for X-Men ’97. However, fans already have one issue with the series now.
X-Men ’97 has finally received its first trailer. The show will release on Disney+, bringing an end to several years of anticipation for the new Marvel animated series. Although a few Marvel movies are set to release in 2024, there are also numerous Disney+ shows in development for the year and beyond.
What Happened In The X-Men ’97 Trailer?
After what felt like years of anticipation since Marvel confirmed the return of the ’90s X-Men animated series with X-Men 97, the first look at the show has been revealed. The trailer revisits the final episode of the original series, depicting Charles Xavier’s death and passing on the legacy to the X-Men.
The animation style, fluctuating between a somewhat flat and stilted look and occasional 3D-like elements, contributes to an awkward feel. While the show’s aesthetic captures the colors and stylings of the original, the animation appears peculiar in motion. The return of original cast members is appreciated, but the new voices, such as Ray Chase as Cyclops, alongside Cal Dodd as Wolverine, highlight the considerable time that has passed since the original series aired.
Despite these concerns from fans, the trailer introduces interesting ideas, such as exploring mutant circuits and experimenting with power-mixing concepts from the comics. Storylines like Magneto turning over a new leaf and Jean’s pregnancy hint at potential twists. The trailer suggests that while there may be initial discomfort, the full show could offer a more satisfying viewing experience within its context.
According to ScreenRant, the initial episode will delve into a group of mutants endeavoring to safeguard a world that harbors animosity and fear toward them. The reported cast for the series includes Ray Chase as Cyclops, Lenore Zann as Rogue, George Buza as Beast, Holly Chou as Jubilee, Alison Sealy-Smith as Storm, AJ LoCascio as Gambit, and Cal Dodd as Wolverine.
Fans Spotted One Major Problem With X-Men ’97’s Trailer
The general consensus for the X-Men ’97 trailer has given fans a wave of nostalgia as they simply cannot wait for the show to come out this year. With that said, not everyone was happy with what they saw.
An account on Twitter shared the trailer for X-Men ’97 and in one of the comments, a fan shared their annoyance at Cyclops stating “‘my X-Men.” The fan further added that it was no wonder Wolverine wanted to fight Cyclops.
Cyclops has some real nerve saying, “‘my X-Men.” Psssh, no wonder Wolverine wants to fight him.
— Victor Duran (@vicduranduran) February 15, 2024
X-Men ’97 will premiere on Disney+ on March 20th, and as one would expect. has generated a considerable amount of hype for the show for good reason. Only time will tell whether it will live up to the ridiculous hype it already garnered now.
