A New X-Men movie is finally taking shape, and not a moment too soon.
Background
The X-Men is a fictional superhero team that appears in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, the X-Men made their first appearance in “The X-Men” #1 in September 1963.
The series has since become one of Marvel’s most popular and enduring franchises, with numerous comic book titles, spin-off series, animated TV shows, and a successful film franchise.
New X-Men movie
Now sources tell Deadline that Marvel will start setting writer meetings later this fall for pitches on its anticipated X-Men movie.
SAG-AFTRA, which has been on strike since July 14, resumes talks with the AMPTP on Monday.
It is thought meetings will start within the next ten weeks, and could continue into the New Year.
Once these are completed then it is likely we will be drip fed the direction and perspective of the film.
When will it be at your local movie screen? It could a LONG way off.
I suppose if you have any great storyline ideas now is the time to contact the movie studio!
Key characters
Key characters in the X-Men comics and films include:
Professor Charles Xavier (Professor X) – The founder of the X-Men, Professor X is a telepath who runs the Xavier School for Gifted Youngsters, where he trains mutants to control their powers and advocates for peaceful coexistence between mutants and humans.
Magneto (Erik Lehnsher) – A mutant with the power to control magnetic fields, Magneto is one of the X-Men’s most iconic villains. He believes in mutant supremacy and often clashes with Professor X’s vision.
Wolverine (Logan) – A mutant with a regenerative healing factor and retractable adamantium claws, Wolverine is one of the most popular X-Men characters. He’s known for his gruff personality and is a key member of the team.
Cyclops (Scott Summers) – Cyclops is a mutant who can emit powerful optic blasts from his eyes. He is a skilled leader and one of the original X-Men.
Jean Grey (Phoenix) – Jean Grey is a mutant with telepathic and telekinetic abilities. She becomes one of the most powerful mutants in the Marvel Universe when she becomes the host for the Phoenix Force.
Storm (Ororo Munroe) – Storm has the ability to manipulate the weather. She is a powerful and respected member of the X-Men, eventually becoming their leader.
Rogue – Rogue has the ability to absorb the powers and memories of others through physical contact. She struggles with the consequences of her powers.
Beast (Hank McCoy) – Beast is a mutant with enhanced agility and a furry, blue appearance. He’s known for his intelligence and is often a scientist for the X-Men.
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