The MCU’s New X-Men Series Sets Up The Perfect Way To Make Deadpool & Wolverine's "Until He's 90" Threat A Reality For Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine
Hugh Jackman's Wolverine could still have a long future in the Marvel Cinematic Universe due to the story of Marvel's newly reported X-Men series. Fox's X-Men movies were some of the first to really make the genre popular and led to the start of franchises like the MCU and the DCEU. Jackman played a pivotal role in that. The actor stole every scene he had in 2000's X-Men, which led to Wolverine becoming the main character of the franchise going forward. Jackman's Wolverine appearances have spanned two different X-Men franchises, a solo trilogy, and now the MCU.
What Marvel Studios managed to accomplish with Deadpool & Wolverine is remarkable. Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman led the project to great success, becoming the highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time with $1.3 billion (via Box Office Mojo). The movie was the first major mutant-focused project in the MCU since Marvel's parent company, Disney, acquired 20th Century Fox. However, it will absolutely not be the only one. An MCU X-Men movie is in development, with The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes writer Michael Lesslie in charge of the script. However, Jackman's Wolverine return is better suited elsewhere.
Marvel Studios Is Reportedly Working On An MCU X-Men TV Show
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Marvel Studios' X-Men movie is set to come after Avengers: Secret Wars, with some rumors claiming that it could release as early as 2027. Recently, a string of casting reports suggested that Hollywood rising stars like Stranger Things' Sadie Sink and The Substance's Margaret Qualley are being eyed for roles in the anticipated movie. However, it seems like Marvel might be working on another mutant project for the small screen in addition to the team's reboot film. An X-Men MCU series focused on young mutants at the Xavier Institute for Higher Learning — X Academy — is reportedly in development.
These 10 Marvel Mutants Would Be Perfect For The MCU's Reported X-Men Series
An MCU X-Men TV series is reportedly in the works at Marvel Studios, and there are some mutants who would be perfect for the project's revealed story.
According to the MCU report, the project could even be released before the X-Men movie, though there is also a chance that it will serve as a spinoff once the team has been established in the MCU. It connects to the comics' "New X-Men: Academy X," which featured a similar premise. Asked about the X-Men series by ScreenRant, Marvel Studios' Head of Streaming, Brad Winderbaum, spotlighted Marvel's other X-Men ventures, saying, "We are still working on X-Men 97 season 2... And there is an X-Men feature in development right now." If the X-Men series moves forward, Jackman's Wolverine could appear.
How Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine Could Fit Into The MCU X-Men Series
The Story Could Include Two Very Different Types Of Characters
At first, Hugh Jackman's Wolverine might not seem like the logical choice for the MCU's reported X-Men series. After all, the project is said to be focused on younger mutants. However, this is a perfect setup for the fan-favorite star to continue in the MCU as Wolverine throughout the series. Not all characters in the show will be young, as the new class of mutants will need to have teachers at Charles Xavier's school. That is where Jackman's Wolverine could come in. With years of experience in the X-Men and solo, the older Logan could now be a teacher.
X-Men Movies In Release Order |
|---|
X-Men (2000) |
X2: X-Men United (2003) |
X-Men: The Last Stand (2006) |
X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009) |
X-Men: First Class (2011) |
The Wolverine (2013) |
X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014) |
Deadpool (2016) |
X-Men: Apocalypse (2016) |
Logan (2017) |
Deadpool 2 (2018) |
Dark Phoenix (2019) |
The New Mutants (2020) |
Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) |
This would be the perfect way to keep Jackman's Wolverine in the MCU, giving fans more time with the hero in a more character development-focused type of project while he remains available to jump into movie events. After being the X-Men's rebel for so long, it seems like a natural progression for the Logan from Deadpool & Wolverine to be a teacher to a new generation of mutants. The role would also not be physically demanding like Jackman's movie appearances as Wolverine have been, which could be something that convinces the 56-year-old actor to return to the MCU.
Another Wolverine Also Makes Sense For Marvel’s X-Men Series
Hugh Jackman's Logan Could Have A Fan-Favorite Hero By His Side
Another exciting part of the show could be how it allows the heartwarming relationship between Jackman's Wolverine and his "daughter" from another universe, Dafne Keen's X-23, to continue. Since the show will be focused on young mutants, Keen, who is only 20, would be perfect for the series. Given how X-23 has grown to become a fan-favorite through her roles in Logan and Deadpool & Wolverine, the character could even end up being the main star of the show. As such, having Jackman's Wolverine in the MCU's X-Men series would then become a must.
By having Laura serve as the star of the MCU's X-Men series, Marvel would be opening the door to a new side of the X-Men franchise and using a beloved character as a surrogate for the fans. Deadpool & Wolverine poked fun at Jackman's Wolverine return, with Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool claiming that Disney would make him do it until he was 90. While it might not really be that far into the future, the MCU's X-Men series would have the potential to run multiple seasons, a new plan for the franchise's TV projects, so Jackman's MCU future could be long.
- Movie(s)
- X-Men (2000), X2, X-Men: The Last Stand (2006), X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009), X-Men: First Class (2011), The Wolverine (2013), X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014), Deadpool (2016), X-Men: Apocalypse (2016), Logan (2017), Deadpool 2 (2018), Dark Phoenix (2019), The New Mutants, Deadpool & Wolverine (2024)
- First Film
- X-Men (2000)
- TV Show(s)
- X-Men: Pryde of the X-Men, X-Men (1992), X-Men: Evolution (2000), Wolverine and the X-Men (2008), Marvel Anime: Wolverine, Marvel Anime: X-Men, Legion (2017), The Gifted (2017), X-Men '97 (2024)
- Character(s)
- Professor X, Cyclops, Iceman, Beast, Angel, Phoenix, Wolverine, Gambit, Rogue, Storm, Jubilee, Morph, Nightcrawler, Havok, Banshee, Colossus, Magneto, Psylocke, Juggernaut, Cable, X-23
- Video Game(s)
- X-Men: Children of the Atom (1994), Marvel Super Heroes (1995), X-Men vs. Street Fighter (1996), Marvel Super Heroes vs. Street Fighter (1997), Marvel vs. Capcom (1998), X-Men: Mutant Academy (2000), Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes (2000), X-Men: Mutant Academy 2 (2001), X-Men: Next Dimension (2002), Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds (2011), Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (2011), X-Men Legends (2005), X-Men Legends 2: Rise of Apocalypse (2005), X2: Wolverine's Revenge (2003), X-Men (1993), X-Men 2: Clone Wars (1995), X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse (1994)
- Comic Release Date
- 213035,212968
The X-Men franchise, created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, centers on mutants with extraordinary abilities. Led by the powerful telepath Professor Charles Xavier, they battle discrimination and villainous mutants threatening humanity. The series explores themes of diversity and acceptance through a blend of action, drama, and complex characters, spanning comics, animated series, and blockbuster films.
