Every Character In The MCU"s X-Men "97
Summary- X-Men '97 continues the beloved animated series with the return of iconic characters and the introduction of new faces for more classic storytelling.
- Magneto leads the X-Men, Mr. Sinister takes on a villainous role, and Wolverine sports his classic costume in X-Men '97.
- The revival brings back fan-favorites like Rogue, Jubilee, and Beast, while introducing new characters like Sunspot and exploring complex storylines.
As hinted by the name, X-Men '97 picks up where the original animated series left off, with the original voice cast reprising their roles and taking the opportunity to adapt many more classic X-Men storylines from decades worth of comics. The 2023 Comic-Con revealed before the show even released that many of the best-loved characters from the 90s X-Men show would return for the new series. The Disney+ X-Men revival started stream in the summer of 2023, just over 26 years since the final X-Men episode aired in March 1997.
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Magneto Close Following the wishes of his former friend, Charles Xavier, Magneto leads the X-Men in X-Men '97, with its opening exploring this storyline. Magneto was the main villain in the original X-Men animated series, but he was a complex character who ended the series by turning his back on his war against humanity to save his former friend Charles Xavier. In the comics, Magneto honored Charles' wishes and vision by becoming the headmaster of the New Mutants, a role that was defined by multiple disastrous encounters with the Hellfire Club, leading Magneto to renounce his attempts to fulfill the wishes of X-Men's Professor X.
Mr. Sinister Close Mr. Sinister appeared in multiple episodes of the original X-Men animated series and takes on a substantial villainous role in X-Men '97. As detailed in The X-Men season 5, episode 13, "Descent," Sinister was originally the brilliant Victorian scientist Nathaniel Essex, an acquaintance of Charles Xavier's ancestor, James. Like Magneto, Mr. Sinister battled against the X-Men in the original cartoon, hell-bent on creating a superior world. Sinister's connection to Xavier and unique worldview make him the perfect foil for the team in X-Men '97.
Wolverine Close As audiences eagerly speculate about the casting of the MCU's Wolverine, the original animated Wolverine makes a comeback in X-Men '97, sporting the iconic yellow and blue spandex costume and cowl from the comics and the original animated series. As one of Marvel's most popular characters, there's still a wealth of Wolverine stories for X-Men '97 to adapt to screen.
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Cyclops Close As Charles Xavier's right-hand man, Scott Summers, AKA Cyclops, is naturally a main character in X-Men '97. Indeed, with Xavier gone and Magneto set to take over in his stead, it's no surprise that Scott is a more central character than ever, as the consistent moral cornerstone of the group and their quasi-family.
Jean Grey Close Jean Grey reforms X-Men's Marvel mutants' love triangle between Cyclops and Wolverine when she returns for X-Men '97. The original X-Men animated series memorably tackled Jean's biggest story from the comics, The Phoenix Saga and Dark Phoenix Saga, which formed most of X-Men season 3. However, that left plenty of scope for Jean Grey stories in X-Men '97, such as her status as an Omega-level mutant with psychic potential, a revelation that puts her at odds with her husband, Scott.
Beast Close Beast was another founder member of the original X-Men and a member of the Avengers. He was a much-loved character in the animated series, which suited the iconic blue furry design of Hank McCoy's unique mutation. Both an intellectual and a fearsome fighter, Beast gave confidence to a generation of more studious children in the 1990s and can do the same again in X-Men '97.
Gambit Close Gambit has been notably absent in the multiple live-action X-Men movies that followed the end of the animated series in 1997, with only a single appearance in X-Men Origins: Wolverine, played by Taylor Kitsch. A planned Channing Tatum-fronted Gambit movie was eventually abandoned, and the character didn't feature in any of Fox's later X-Men movies. He was a hugely popular character in the original animated series, so the possibility for more adventures for Gambit will be appealing to a nostalgic audience.
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Rogue Close Gambit's beloved Rogue also returns for X-Men '97, bringing back another memorable character from the original 90s series. Rogue's energy-sapping mutation led to an inability to form physical bonds with others which defined her character in the animated series, comics, and movies. In X-Men '97, Rogue's arc continues the often-philosophical questions posed by his powers and inability to touch anyone without risking harm to them - but she's also a welcome source of both action and often comic relief.
Jubilee Close Wolverine and Rogue's paternal relationship in the X-Men movies was reminiscent of his relationship with Jubilee in the 90s X-Men show. Jubilee was also the audience identification figure, introducing them to Xavier's school through her eyes following an attack by the Sentinels. Jubilee is an established member of the team in X-Men '97, as is set to be a kind of mentor to newer additions to the team.
Storm Close Storm is another integral X-Men member who returns in X-Men '97. Unlike her colleagues, whose looks are unchanged from their 90s costumes, Storm has had a subtle change, as her hair better reflects the iconic mohawk look from the comics - but her personality remains just as consistent and endearing as her hero cohorts, though the show once again offers her some of its biggest challenges to face down.
The Hellfire Club Close The Hellfire Club's Inner Circle previously appeared in X-Men season 3's Phoenix Saga, headed by Black King Sebastian Shaw and White Queen Emma Frost. Both characters were confirmed to appear in X-Men '97 prior to release, ensuring suitable hype for their stylish appearances in the show's Genosha story.
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Callisto Close The leader of the underground group of mutant outcasts, the Morlocks, Callisto, has had a complex relationship with the X-Men over the years. She lost her Morlock throne to Storm in X-Men season 1, episode 5, "Captive Hearts," an adaptation of Uncanny X-Men Vol. 1, #170. This tumultous dynamic makes her character all the more interesting, especially since the Morlocks are often some of the more tragic Marvel mutant characters.
Val Cooper Close Val Cooper is a National Security Adviser with special concern for mutant affairs. After her failures with the Freedom Project in the comics, Cooper recruited several X-Men for a government-backed team of mutants known as X-Factor. It's been teased that Val has an agenda that will become clearer as X-Men '97 proceeds, suggesting that the show may depict the origins of X-Factor on-screen.
Forge Close In the comics, Forge was a key member of Cooper's Freedom Project and eventually succeeded her as X-Factor leader. He's previously appeared in two episodes of X-Men as leader of the X-Factor, who had already been established off-screen. Forge is confirmed to return in X-Men '97, which delves deeper into his past work and its something questionable aims.
Cable Close Cable first appeared in X-Men as a mercenary who helped Gambit free the imprisoned mutants in season 1, episode 7, "Slave Island." He later appeared as a time traveler from the future, whose team X-Force fought valiantly against Apocalypse. In the comics, Cable is the adult son of Scott Summers and Jean Grey clone Madelyne Pryor, which naturally opens up a lot of prospective story room for the X-Men show adaptation to explore.
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Bishop Close Another futuristic mutant making his return in X-Men '97 is Bishop. The time traveler appeared throughout the original X-Men animated series, traveling back in time to avert the rise of the Sentinels, stop the creation of an anti-mutant virus, and protect the life of Charles Xavier. What brings Bishop back to the X-Men '97 timeline is yet to be revealed, but his failed mission to foil Legion's attempted assassination of Magneto and the resulting Age of Apocalypse could be adapted for the revival show.
Morph Close Morph was Wolverine's closest friend, killed off in X-Men: The Animated Series season 1, episode 2, "Night of the Sentinels, Part Two." The character later returned from the dead, with a not unfair amount of bitterness at having been left behind by the X-Men, was quickly manipulated by Mr. Sinister for his own ends. Morph eventually defeated Sinister's mind control, saved the other X-Men, and left the the team after feeling unready to be a hero, only to return to the fold in X-Men '97.
Nightcrawler Close Nightcrawler appeared in a handful of X-Men episodes and returns in X-Men '97. The son of Mystique and foster brother of Rogue, X-Men's Nightcrawler was last seen in season 4, episode 7, "Bloodlines," in which he teams up with Wolverine, Rogue, and Jubilee to rescue Mystique from the Friends of Humanity. Nightcrawler believes Mystique to be dead after their battle with the Friends of Humanity, setting the stage for an emotional reunion between mother and son in X-Men '97.
Sunspot Close Sunspot was never featured in the original X-Men series, but appears as a new face in X-Men '97. Brazilian teenager Robert Da Costa gets his name Sunspot from his solar-powered super-speed and strength. Sunspot was a member of the New Mutants, created by Chris Claremont in 1982. Given Claremont's huge influence on the 90s X-Men series, it's hardly surprising that X-Men '97 will be introducing members of the New Mutants team.
When Professor X was near death in the 1986 comics, Magneto took responsibility as Head Master of the New Mutants. With Magneto doing the same in X-Men '97, it suggests that the upcoming animated revival will introduce these 80s New Mutants strips to a new audience, just as the original series did for the X-Men comics in the 90s.
Madelyne Pryor Close In a sneak twist, Jean Grey's clone is revealed to also be a part of X-Men '97, much to the surprise of the X-Men, Jean Grey, and Madelyne herself, who initially believes herself to be the "real" Jean. Though the show's adaptation of Madelyne's storyline is quite different to the comics in many ways, it's also an undeniably interesting one, given just how earth-shattering a revelation this is for every character present in the plot.
Professor X Close Professor X is simultaneously one of the most and least surprising appearances in X-Men '97. On one hand, it's clear Xavier was going to feature in some capacity, given his integral part in the original X-Men: The Animated Series would make him not being part of the plot strange. However, with X-Men: The Animated Series closing with it unclear whether Xavier was dead or not - and X-Men '97 opening with a memorial service for the former X-Men leader - it's safe to say Xavier's role in the latter show takes some unconventional approaches, though these thus far have paid off.
Lilandra Neramani Close Lilandra Neramani is the Empress of the Shi'ar Empire, and holds a vital place in the animated X-Men show lore given she was last seen in X-Men: The Animated Series taking Professor X away to try and heal him with the Shi'ar's advanced technology. However, X-Men '97 also highlights a darker side to the character, that continues on from her trials and tribulations over needing to emotionally detach to be a leader as was explored in the original show. As such, it's hard to tell if Lilandra would be friend or foe to the X-Men at this point in time.
Captain America Close Some decades after his last cameo in X-Men: The Animated Series, Captain America appeared in X-Men '97, shown speaking to Rogue about a sinister plot both are concerned with. The show reboot does a good job of showing the nuances of Steve Rogers' character, as while he's something of an antagonistic force, he's also one that expresses deep concern for the plight of mutantkind and his fellow heroes especially, highlighting the complicated situations Marvel heroes often find themselves in.
Dr. Bolivar Trask Close Dr. Bolivar Task is one of several Marvel villains from X-Men: The Animated Series who reprise their roles in X-Men '97. The sequel series brings back Trask due to his integral role n the universe as the creator of the Sentinels - though the show also takes pains to underline that there are more powerful villains than Trask at work in the story.
Henry Gyrich Close Henry Gyrich also reappears in X-Men '97, establishing that he is still the same villainous extremist that he was years prior in X-Men: The Animated Series. In fact, Gyrich is arguably worse to some degree in the successor series due to his new affiliations, which afford him a level of protection despite his consistent misdeeds throughout the original show
Bastion Close Bastion is seemingly set up to be X-Men '97's biggest villain, having made both Bolivar Trask and Henry Gyrich work to his own will. This sets the X-Men up with an extremely powerful enemy for the ending of X-Men '97 season 1, as in the comics, Bastion also has considerable power to back up his intellect and ruthless desire for mutant genocide. It has also been revealed that Bastion can be seen sneaking into shots of the show for a considerable time before his X-Men '97 episode 7 introduction, underlining just how connivincg he can really be.
X-Men '97 Supporting Cast & Characters Close Moira MacTaggert - Moira played a key role in X-Men: The Animated Series as the creator of the Center For Mutant Research, and thus a specialist in much to do with mutation, serving as a kind ally to the X-Men themselves. Moira has somewhat moved up in the world since the original series, as X-Men '97 reveals she's part of the council on Genosha, having been elected to her position.
President Robert Kelly - The US President has a complicated relationship with the X-Men in the animated series, as he attempts to balance keeping the support of his voters with keeping the support of the X-Men themselves, often leading him to choose the former over the needs of the latter in the show.
Mojo - Mojo returns as a zany villain once more in X-Men '97, this time trapping the heroes in a video game world instead of a more television-based one, and allowing the show's animators to flex their skills in some fresh new ways.
Spiral - Spiral is Mojo's personal assistant, and was also seen in the original show aiding him in his machinations - though she did temporarily quit, suggesting she's not as loyal to him as their long history may suggest.
The Adversary - The Adversary hunts down Storm and Forge in X-Men '97, using its ability to warp reality to force the pair to confront some of their darkest fears.
Nina De Costa - Nina De Costa is Sunspot's mother, and is shown having a complicated relationship with her son, who is introduced having avoided telling his parents about his powers for his entire life.
Thunderbolt Ross - Thunderbolts Ross once again appears as a military figurehead in X-Men '97, complete with references to the Hulk to tease a much-hoped for animated return of the big green giant.
Master Mold - Master Mold was designed by Bolivar Trask to create more Sentinels, and thus it's no surprise to see the robotic figure return in X-Men '97, especially as Master Mold was the first major antagonist the animated X-Men ever faced.
Leech - Leech is a member of Callisto's Morlocks who has appeared prior in X-Men: The Animated Series, returning alongside the group as they themselves arrive on Genosha. X-Men '97 shows the group living quite happily on the island, as they're able to exist without the prejudices they faced from humanity alongside others who understand what they've been through.
Tommy - Tommy is a member of the Morlocks, and can be best identified by her bright pink yellow and blue streaked hair. She's been a part of the animated universe since the first season of the original show, having been part of the Morlock crew who kidnapped Cyclops and Jean Grey, meaning her continued appearance in the series is much welcome, even if she doesn't have the largest role
Erg - Erg is the member of the Morlocks who is shown with an eyepatch and a swooping pompadour-like hairstyle, seemingly modeled at least somewhat off Callisto's own look.
Ape - Ape is the final member of the Morlocks in X-Men '97, and is usually shown wearing a grey knit beanie - a helpful defining characteristic, given Ape's power allows him to take on the physical characteristics of both objects and people, meaning distinctive clothing is likely a must.
Multiple Man - Multiple Man is one of several mutants shown celebrating in X-Men 97's Genosha introduction scenes. He can be seen using his powers to make his dance routine all the more exciting, providing a fun example of just what James Maddox is capable of.
Glob - Glob appears in X-Men '97's episode 5 Genosha introduction, and can be seen with a small bird perched upon his head. Robert Herman was also a member of the New Mutants in the comics, meaning Sunspot's place in the X-Men could suggest other characters like Glob may also eventually make their way into the team in the animated universe as well.
Strong Guy - Strong Guy, as the name suggests, is able to displace kinetic energy into his own strength, making him a helpful figure in a selection of scenarios. This explains why he is shown in X-Men '97 helping out in Genosha, using his powers for the greater good.
Pixie - Pixie is another mutant shown in Genosha, shown flying around on her pixie-like wings with a big grin on her face - once again underlining how much of a safe haven this place is for many individuals.
Exodus - Exodus also appears in Genosha, showing just how many different walks of life have come together on the island given the character has previously been a follower of Apocalypse and Magneto in the comics.
Archangel - Warren Worthington III appears first as a cameo when Morph replicates into him in X-Men '97 episode 1, the real individual is shown later on swooping through the sky, ensuring viewers that he is still around in the animated universe.
Angel Salvadore - Angel Salvadore is another winged Marvel mutant shown in X-Men '97, and is shown helping set up on Genosha alongside the likes of Strong Guy.
Dazzler - Genosha's party scenes are the perfect place for Dazzler, and as such it's not surprising she appears just there, using her powers and distinctive flair to delight audiences once more.
Amelia Voght - Introduced in X-Men: The Animated Series, Amelia Vought also has mutant abilities, though she has generally preferred to hide this from the general public. Amelia's return is especially interesting given she appeared several times throughout the original show, and previously had a romance with Professor X, suggesting she could again appear down the line in conjunction with Xavier's own story.
Deathbird - Deathbird is Empress Lilandra Neramani's sister, and also her competition for the throne of the Shi'ar Empire, beleiving herself to be a better candidate than her kin.
Lord Araki - Lord Araki is the Shi'ar chancellor, and as such naturally holds a place of import during X-Men '97's scenes within the Shi'ar Empire. Long-time viewers may remember Araki from X-Men: The Animated Series, where he was involved the trial of Jean Grey when the Shi'ar Empire sought to kill her because of the Phoenix Force.
Gladiator - Gladiator is the leader of the Shi'ar Imperial Guard, and previously fought with Jean Grey during the animated series' adaptation of the Dark Phoenix Saga. However, Gladiator doesn't seem to have taken his too personally, as he's shown as having been a source of support for Professor X when the X-Men leader returned to the Shi'ar for healing. That said, the character's primary focus is naturally on defending the Shi'ar, which could mean he still falls into conflict with the X-Men at some point in the future.
Ronan The Accuser - Ronan the Accuser is also part of the Shi'ar side of X-Men '97, and is shown with the same level of fighting prowess and determination that defines his comic and MCU counterparts as he fights for the Imperial Kree army.
Banshee - Banshee - also known as Sean Cassidy - is a long-time ally of the X-Men, having first encountered them in X-Men: The Animated Series season 3. This means it's perhaps no surprise that Banshee also is shown in X-Men '97 protecting his fellow mutants, and proving that there are plenty of mutant heroes outside of the X-Men themselves.
Marrow - Marrow has one of the more visually interesting powers in Marvel's mutant history, being able to change her skeleton for defensive and offensive purposes. Marrow is shown doing just that in X-Men '97 when facing down a Sentinel attack, even though her animated iteration appears less battle-ready than some comic instances.
X-Cutioner - Carl Denti is the leader of the Friends Of Humanity - a human supremacist group that also appeared during X-Men: The Animated Series. X-Cutioner starts X-Men '97 off as one of its first antagonists, showing that despite some time having passed since the first show in-universe, some thigs sadly haven't changed for the Marvel hero team.
Vulcan - Vulcan is shown to be one of the Shi'ar Gladitators, which is especially interesting given he's canonically Cyclops' younger brother. Given Cyclops also met his father and other brother without knowing who they were at first in the animated series, it would make sense if he also encounters Vulcan at some point during X-Men '97's plotline, though their paths have not current crossed.
The Thieves Guild - The Thieves Guild from X-Men: The Animated Series - including Bobby's Gambit brother - also appear in X-Men '97, reinforcing the idea that despite the fact Gambit chose the X-Men over them, they do still care for the roguish anti-hero.
Patricia Trilby - Patricia "Trish" Trilby is a reporter who encounter the X-Men both in X-Men: The Animated Series and X-Men '97. Patricia covered the unveiling of the X-Men as a public superhero team, and continues to cover stories about mutantkind in X-Men '97, leading to the tease of a prospective romance between her and Beast.
Prime Sentinels - Alongside its conventional Sentinels, X-Men '97 also introduces the concept of Prime Sentinels, who were first introduced in the comics as advanced and organic iterations of th infamous machines.
Uatu The Watcher - Uata the Watcher is perhaps the most to-the-side of all of the X-Men '97 side characters, being shown in the background of major scenes in the show to underline the importance of the series and its plot. This has led to some speculation that the series may be setting up for an MCU crossover, but whether this is the case or just a rumor is at this point currently unknown.
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X-Men '97 is the direct continuation of the popular 1990s animated series X-Men: The Animated Series. Taking up where the third season left off, Marvel's revival brings back famous mutants such as Wolverine, Storm, Rogue, Gambit, Cyclops, Beast, Magneto, and Nightcrawler, who fight villains like Mr. Sinister, the Sentinels, and the Hellfire Club.
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