X-Men ’97 is set to premiere on Disney+ in a few weeks, marking the franchise’s first X-Men-centric project. It will bring back beloved characters like Cyclops, Jean Grey, and Storm from the original 1990s X-Men: The Animated Series. The official schedule for the first episodes has been announced.
Release Schedule for First Episodes
The Disney+ Canada Instagram page recently shared that X-Men ’97 will kick off with a two-episode premiere on March 20. Following that, a press release from Disney+ confirmed the release of at least one new episode on March 27. Fans are eager to know if subsequent weeks will follow a similar pattern of single or multiple episodes.
The potential release schedule is as follows:
- Episode 1: March 20
- Episode 2: March 20
- Episode 3: March 27
- Episode 4: April 3
- Episode 5: April 10
- Episode 6: April 17
- Episode 7: April 24
- Episode 8: May 1
- Episode 9: May 8
- Episode 10: May 15
What to Expect from X-Men ’97
X-Men ’97 promises to delve into familiar themes from the original series, including the ongoing struggle against anti-mutant sentiments, embodied by characters like Magneto and Mr. Sinister. The show is expected to explore the complex dynamics of mutant identity, echoing real-world issues of discrimination.
Prequel Comic
In an intriguing move, X-Men ’97 will be accompanied by a prequel comic, adding depth to the storyline. While the show will pick up “several months after Professor X left Earth,” according to showrunner Beau DeMayo, the comic may fill in gaps from this period or explore untold stories from the original animated series.
X-Men ’97: Where to Watch
The first two episodes will be available for streaming on Disney+ starting March 20. Meanwhile, fans can revisit the entirety of X-Men: The Animated Series, currently available on the platform.
With the release of X-Men ’97 just around the corner, anticipation is high among fans eager to dive back into the iconic world of mutant superheroes.