X-Men '97 to Premiere on Disney+, Continuing Legacy of Beloved Animated Series
The sequel series aims to honor its predecessor while introducing new elements and addressing contemporary themes.
- X-Men: The Animated Series is celebrated for its storytelling and character development, highlighting its impact on fans and its role in the Fox Kids programming block.
- The upcoming sequel series, X-Men '97, premieres on March 20 on Disney+, continuing the story with many original creators and voice actors.
- Controversy surrounds the firing of X-Men '97 showrunner Beau DeMayo and the decision to reimagine the character Morph as nonbinary, sparking backlash.
- The original X-Men: The Animated Series played a significant role in popularizing the X-Men franchise, leading to movies and a broader Marvel presence.
- X-Men '97 aims to honor the legacy of the original series while introducing fresh elements and addressing contemporary themes.