The season 1 finale of Marvel Studios' acclaimed animated series, X-Men '97, hit Disney+ last Wednesday, and the events of "Tolerance is Extinction - Part 3" may have given us a pretty good idea of which characters will be undergoing a major personality change when the show returns for its second season.
If you haven't watched the episode yet, spoilers follow.
In the closing moments of the drama-filled finale, the team managed to defeat Bastion and prevent Asteroid M from destroying the planet, but the heroes ended up being transported through time in the process (by who or what remains to be seen).
Xavier (Ross Marquand), Magneto (Matthew Waterson), Rogue (Lenore Zann), Nightcrawler (Adrian Hough), and Beast (George Buza) find themselves in Egypt in the year 3,000 B.C., where they encounter a younger En Sabah Nur (Adetokumboh M'Cormack); while Jean Grey (Jennifer Hale) and Cyclops (Ray Chase) land way into the future in the year 3960 A.
If you haven't watched the episode yet, spoilers follow.
In the closing moments of the drama-filled finale, the team managed to defeat Bastion and prevent Asteroid M from destroying the planet, but the heroes ended up being transported through time in the process (by who or what remains to be seen).
Xavier (Ross Marquand), Magneto (Matthew Waterson), Rogue (Lenore Zann), Nightcrawler (Adrian Hough), and Beast (George Buza) find themselves in Egypt in the year 3,000 B.C., where they encounter a younger En Sabah Nur (Adetokumboh M'Cormack); while Jean Grey (Jennifer Hale) and Cyclops (Ray Chase) land way into the future in the year 3960 A.
- 5/23/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Marvel fans were in for a surprise when they sat down for the X-Men ’97 Season finale. While they expected a Spider-Man cameo in the film, they never expected to get an answer to the biggest cliffhanger of the ’90s. It was revealed that Peter Parker had finally found Mary Jane, a storyline from the 1994 animated series Spider-Man that never saw the light of day.
Peter Parker and Mj from Spider-Man 1994 make an appearance in X-Men ’97 | Marvel Studios Animation
The big reveal also made fans question whether a Spider-Man ’97 (or is it ’98) revival is in the books for Marvel Studios Animation. Brad Winderbaum, the Head of Animation, has an answer that may not fully satisfy the Spider-Man fans.
Brad Winderbaum Keeps Fans’ Hope Up For Spider-Man ’97 Revival
Spider-Man in X-Men ’97 | Marvel Studios Animation
The tenth and final episode of X-Men ’97 Season 1, titled Tolerance is Extinction – Part 3, featured cameos from several Avengers.
Peter Parker and Mj from Spider-Man 1994 make an appearance in X-Men ’97 | Marvel Studios Animation
The big reveal also made fans question whether a Spider-Man ’97 (or is it ’98) revival is in the books for Marvel Studios Animation. Brad Winderbaum, the Head of Animation, has an answer that may not fully satisfy the Spider-Man fans.
Brad Winderbaum Keeps Fans’ Hope Up For Spider-Man ’97 Revival
Spider-Man in X-Men ’97 | Marvel Studios Animation
The tenth and final episode of X-Men ’97 Season 1, titled Tolerance is Extinction – Part 3, featured cameos from several Avengers.
- 5/23/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Marvel has tapped “Star Trek: Picard” executive producer Terry Matalas to resurrect Vision, the synthezoid played by Paul Bettany, for a new, untitled Disney+ series set for 2026, Variety has learned exclusively. Bettany will return to the role and Matalas will serve as showrunner.
After Vision died at the hands of Thanos in 2018’s “Avengers: Infinity War,” he returned twice over in 2021’s “WandaVision,” first as a spectral creation by his beloved, Wanda Maximoff (Elizabeth Olsen), through magic powered by grief; then as a rebuilt, nuts-and-bolts android with a ghost white appearance and zero memory of his past life. When the two Visions battled in the “WandaVision” finale, Wanda’s Vision restored the ghost Vision’s memories, then Wanda allowed her Vision to fade from existence. The new show will take place after those events, as ghost Vision presumably explores his new purpose in life.
Marvel brought in Matalas after his...
After Vision died at the hands of Thanos in 2018’s “Avengers: Infinity War,” he returned twice over in 2021’s “WandaVision,” first as a spectral creation by his beloved, Wanda Maximoff (Elizabeth Olsen), through magic powered by grief; then as a rebuilt, nuts-and-bolts android with a ghost white appearance and zero memory of his past life. When the two Visions battled in the “WandaVision” finale, Wanda’s Vision restored the ghost Vision’s memories, then Wanda allowed her Vision to fade from existence. The new show will take place after those events, as ghost Vision presumably explores his new purpose in life.
Marvel brought in Matalas after his...
- 5/22/2024
- by Adam B. Vary and Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Marvel's "What If...?" animated series on Disney+ has allowed fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe to see into parallel dimensions featuring alternate versions of their favorite superheroes and villains, from Black Panther to Thanos. Some of those characters, like Captain Carter, even made it into "Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness" before being hilariously torn apart by Scarlet Witch.
Now, Marvel Studios is teaming up with Industrial Light & Magic's Ilm Immersive group to deliver a virtual reality experience that will take MCU fans into the animated world of "What If...?" in order to stop variants of the multiverse from harnessing the power of the Infinity Stones. This is the first-ever interactive Disney+ original story, and it will be available exclusively on the Apple Vision Pro as a free app for a limited time. For those curious to see more, you can watch a trailer below that shows off the gameplay,...
Now, Marvel Studios is teaming up with Industrial Light & Magic's Ilm Immersive group to deliver a virtual reality experience that will take MCU fans into the animated world of "What If...?" in order to stop variants of the multiverse from harnessing the power of the Infinity Stones. This is the first-ever interactive Disney+ original story, and it will be available exclusively on the Apple Vision Pro as a free app for a limited time. For those curious to see more, you can watch a trailer below that shows off the gameplay,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
X-Men '97 was a big hit with critics right from the start, but the Disney+ revival series has now become the highest-rated Marvel Studios project - live-action or animated, big or small screen - in the 16-year history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
With more reviews now counted for last Wednesday's season finale, X-Men '97 has reached a perfect 100% on Rotten Tomatoes. This takes it past Marvel's previous top-rated Disney+ show, Ms. Marvel (98%), and movie, Black Panther (96%), to become the most positively-reviewed MCU project of all time on the popular aggregator site.
The series wasn't only a critical favourite, as Deadline reports that May 15th's cameo-filled finale, "Tolerance is Extinction, Part 3," amassed a whopping 3.5 million views globally in its first five days on the streaming platform, making it the most-viewed full-length animated series finale since Season 1 of What If…?.
Marvel Studios has clearly taken note of the show's popularity, and...
With more reviews now counted for last Wednesday's season finale, X-Men '97 has reached a perfect 100% on Rotten Tomatoes. This takes it past Marvel's previous top-rated Disney+ show, Ms. Marvel (98%), and movie, Black Panther (96%), to become the most positively-reviewed MCU project of all time on the popular aggregator site.
The series wasn't only a critical favourite, as Deadline reports that May 15th's cameo-filled finale, "Tolerance is Extinction, Part 3," amassed a whopping 3.5 million views globally in its first five days on the streaming platform, making it the most-viewed full-length animated series finale since Season 1 of What If…?.
Marvel Studios has clearly taken note of the show's popularity, and...
- 5/22/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
With the release of ‘Echo,’ the MCU underwent significant changes. It became the first TV-ma-rated show in the MCU and the inaugural series under the ‘Marvel Spotlight’ banner, emphasizing character-driven stories that don’t require prior knowledge of previous projects.
During the recent Disney Upfronts presentation, it was revealed that Marvel Studios has segmented its development into several divisions: Marvel Animation, Marvel Television, and Marvel Spotlight. This new strategy aims to simplify the MCU for new fans, making it easier to understand and engage with the universe.
We have long known that more Marvel Spotlight shows are in the works, such as ‘Marvel Zombies,’ which will also be TV-ma rated. There has been speculation that ‘Wonder Man’ could be released under the same banner.
This was recently confirmed by Variety in an interview with Brad Winderbaum. ‘Wonder Man’ will indeed be part of Marvel Spotlight. Since the character has not previously appeared in the MCU,...
During the recent Disney Upfronts presentation, it was revealed that Marvel Studios has segmented its development into several divisions: Marvel Animation, Marvel Television, and Marvel Spotlight. This new strategy aims to simplify the MCU for new fans, making it easier to understand and engage with the universe.
We have long known that more Marvel Spotlight shows are in the works, such as ‘Marvel Zombies,’ which will also be TV-ma rated. There has been speculation that ‘Wonder Man’ could be released under the same banner.
This was recently confirmed by Variety in an interview with Brad Winderbaum. ‘Wonder Man’ will indeed be part of Marvel Spotlight. Since the character has not previously appeared in the MCU,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
With the release of ‘Echo’ plenty of things changed in the MCU. It was the first TV-ma-rated show in the MCU, and the first to be released under the ‘Marvel Spotlight’ banner, meaning that it’s heavily character-oriented and that you don’t have to watch previous projects to understand the story.
Recently, during the Disney Upfronts presentation we saw that MCU, or rather Marvel Studios had separated its development into several segments: Marvel Animation, Marvel Television, and Marvel Spotlight which is also a part of the new strategy to make it easier for new fans to get a good sense regarding what the MCU is about.
Now we always knew that more Marvel Spotlight shows are on the way, primarily ‘Marvel Zombies’ which will likewise be TV-ma rated, and we speculated that ‘Wonder Man’ could also be released under the same banner.
Variety confirmed this fact in a recent interview with Brad Winderbaum.
Recently, during the Disney Upfronts presentation we saw that MCU, or rather Marvel Studios had separated its development into several segments: Marvel Animation, Marvel Television, and Marvel Spotlight which is also a part of the new strategy to make it easier for new fans to get a good sense regarding what the MCU is about.
Now we always knew that more Marvel Spotlight shows are on the way, primarily ‘Marvel Zombies’ which will likewise be TV-ma rated, and we speculated that ‘Wonder Man’ could also be released under the same banner.
Variety confirmed this fact in a recent interview with Brad Winderbaum.
- 5/22/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
With Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings director Daniel Destin Cretton no longer attached to Avengers 5, he's been able to focus on Disney+'s upcoming Wonder Man series.
While the show has never been "officially" announced by Marvel Studios, we have a new update from Variety. In a piece addressing the decision to bring back the "Marvel Television" label to better differentiate big and small screen stories, the trade confirms that Wonder Man will fall under the "Marvel Spotlight" banner Echo debuted with in January.
That's meant for one-off, character-driven TV shows which can serve as standalone projects with fewer connections to the wider MCU. However, with Echo, that decision seems to have been made relatively last-minute seeing as it set the stage for Daredevil: Born Again.
"There was a lot of pressure post-'Avengers: Endgame' on the public to feel obligated to watch absolutely everything in order to watch anything,...
While the show has never been "officially" announced by Marvel Studios, we have a new update from Variety. In a piece addressing the decision to bring back the "Marvel Television" label to better differentiate big and small screen stories, the trade confirms that Wonder Man will fall under the "Marvel Spotlight" banner Echo debuted with in January.
That's meant for one-off, character-driven TV shows which can serve as standalone projects with fewer connections to the wider MCU. However, with Echo, that decision seems to have been made relatively last-minute seeing as it set the stage for Daredevil: Born Again.
"There was a lot of pressure post-'Avengers: Endgame' on the public to feel obligated to watch absolutely everything in order to watch anything,...
- 5/22/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
In the X-Men '97 season 1 finale, the team was thrown backwards (and forwards) in time. In 3000 B.C., we watched as Professor X, Magneto, Beast, Rogue and Nightcrawler encountered a young En Sabah Nur, a.k.a. Apocalypse.
Meanwhile, in 3060 A.D., Cyclops and Jean Grey crossed paths with a younger version of their son, Cable. As for Wolverine, Morph, Jubilee, and Storm, they're currently unaccounted for (though it's been confirmed they're not in the present and are scattered across one or both timelines).
Talking to IGN (via Toonado.com), supervising director Jake Castorena teased plans for Apocalypse in X-Men '97 season 2, explaining why the decision was made to put the spotlight back on the iconic villain.
"With the X-Men, for better or for worse, all roads usually end up leading to Apocalypse, right? It's either Apocalypse, Sinister, or Magneto," he says. "What I will say is we do things on purpose.
Meanwhile, in 3060 A.D., Cyclops and Jean Grey crossed paths with a younger version of their son, Cable. As for Wolverine, Morph, Jubilee, and Storm, they're currently unaccounted for (though it's been confirmed they're not in the present and are scattered across one or both timelines).
Talking to IGN (via Toonado.com), supervising director Jake Castorena teased plans for Apocalypse in X-Men '97 season 2, explaining why the decision was made to put the spotlight back on the iconic villain.
"With the X-Men, for better or for worse, all roads usually end up leading to Apocalypse, right? It's either Apocalypse, Sinister, or Magneto," he says. "What I will say is we do things on purpose.
- 5/22/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
In the X-Men '97 season 1 finale, the team was thrown backwards (and forwards) in time. In 3000 B.C., we watched as Professor X, Magneto, Beast, Rogue and Nightcrawler encountered a young En Sabah Nur, a.k.a. Apocalypse.
Meanwhile, in 3060 A.D., Cyclops and Jean Grey crossed paths with a younger version of their son, Cable. As for Wolverine, Morph, Jubilee, and Storm, they're currently unaccounted for (though it's been confirmed they're not in the present and are scattered across one or both timelines).
Talking to IGN (via Toonado.com), supervising director Jake Castorena teased plans for Apocalypse in X-Men '97 season 2, explaining why the decision was made to put the spotlight back on the iconic villain.
"With the X-Men, for better or for worse, all roads usually end up leading to Apocalypse, right? It's either Apocalypse, Sinister, or Magneto," he says. "What I will say is we do things on purpose.
Meanwhile, in 3060 A.D., Cyclops and Jean Grey crossed paths with a younger version of their son, Cable. As for Wolverine, Morph, Jubilee, and Storm, they're currently unaccounted for (though it's been confirmed they're not in the present and are scattered across one or both timelines).
Talking to IGN (via Toonado.com), supervising director Jake Castorena teased plans for Apocalypse in X-Men '97 season 2, explaining why the decision was made to put the spotlight back on the iconic villain.
"With the X-Men, for better or for worse, all roads usually end up leading to Apocalypse, right? It's either Apocalypse, Sinister, or Magneto," he says. "What I will say is we do things on purpose.
- 5/22/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
We might finally be getting a new X-Men film as Michael Lesslie has been tapped to write a new film for Marvel.
It looks like the X-Men have come to stay in the MCU. After the disappointing Dark Phoenix, the X-Men have been laying low until we got quick teases in Ms. Marvel and The Marvels before Deadpool & Wolverine re-introduces everyone’s favourite grumpy mutant proper.
Deadline now reports that Marvel is planning a proper X-Men movie and Michael Lesslie is in negotiations to pen the script. Lesslie wrote last year’s Hunger Games: The Ballad Of Songbirds & Snakes, proving he can adapt someone else’s material. Lesslie has also penned the script for the new Now You See Me sequel which will be filming later this year.
The film is officially in development, but it’s still early days and there is no news...
It looks like the X-Men have come to stay in the MCU. After the disappointing Dark Phoenix, the X-Men have been laying low until we got quick teases in Ms. Marvel and The Marvels before Deadpool & Wolverine re-introduces everyone’s favourite grumpy mutant proper.
Deadline now reports that Marvel is planning a proper X-Men movie and Michael Lesslie is in negotiations to pen the script. Lesslie wrote last year’s Hunger Games: The Ballad Of Songbirds & Snakes, proving he can adapt someone else’s material. Lesslie has also penned the script for the new Now You See Me sequel which will be filming later this year.
The film is officially in development, but it’s still early days and there is no news...
- 5/22/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
Like any good superhero, Marvel Television has returned from the dead. The label is what the Marvel Netflix shows like "Daredevil" and the ABC ones like "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." were made under. Marvel Television was rendered defunct in 2019 after Marvel Studios absorbed it. Now, though its operations remain under the studio's purview, its name is being used again as part of an effort to more cleanly delineate the projects of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Marvel Studios will continue to be the label of the films, while Marvel Television will headline upcoming Disney+ programs like "Agatha All Along" and "Daredevil: Born Again." Marvel Animation will cover projects like the excellent "X-Men '97" (which is not part of the MCU), while Marvel Spotlight is for small-scale projects like "Echo" (read our review here).
Brad Winderbaum, Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation, explained in an interview with ComicBook.com that, "We want...
Marvel Studios will continue to be the label of the films, while Marvel Television will headline upcoming Disney+ programs like "Agatha All Along" and "Daredevil: Born Again." Marvel Animation will cover projects like the excellent "X-Men '97" (which is not part of the MCU), while Marvel Spotlight is for small-scale projects like "Echo" (read our review here).
Brad Winderbaum, Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation, explained in an interview with ComicBook.com that, "We want...
- 5/21/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
One of the problems with wanting to finally jump into enjoying a franchise is the homework. You have to know how this guy met that dude, why this fight has more emotional heft over another and on and on. And if the timeline itself jumps around and you’re trapped in different multiverses, it just adds to the complications. This is certainly the case with the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which has 30+ films and more than a dozen TV series in or planned for Phases Four and Five alone, making it quite the daunting task to try to catch up and understand everything that’s going on. But now Marvel is looking to make that a bit easier for viewers, ensuring they can make the leap into the franchise wherever they want.
Speaking with ComicBook.com, Brad Winderbaum, Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming and Animation, said that part of the rebranding...
Speaking with ComicBook.com, Brad Winderbaum, Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming and Animation, said that part of the rebranding...
- 5/20/2024
- by Mathew Plale
- JoBlo.com
Taking to social media to discuss his work on the series, former X-Men '97 showrunner Beau DeMayo revealed that Deadpool was "off-limits" to the team working on the X-Men: The Animated Series revival's first two seasons.
The prevailing theory among fans is that it must have something to do with Deadpool & Wolverine being on the horizon. The show has featured plenty of other big Marvel cameos, though, including Captain America, Spider-Man, and Doctor Strange.
Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation, Brad Winderbaum recently caught up with Screen Rant (via Toonado.com) about Wade Wilson's absence from X-Men '97. As it turns out, there's a chance we will eventually see the anti-hero make an appearance.
"I don't know that it was like a hard and fast rule that we couldn't use Deadpool," the executive explained. "We would have had to have an insanely compelling reason to bring Deadpool in.
The prevailing theory among fans is that it must have something to do with Deadpool & Wolverine being on the horizon. The show has featured plenty of other big Marvel cameos, though, including Captain America, Spider-Man, and Doctor Strange.
Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation, Brad Winderbaum recently caught up with Screen Rant (via Toonado.com) about Wade Wilson's absence from X-Men '97. As it turns out, there's a chance we will eventually see the anti-hero make an appearance.
"I don't know that it was like a hard and fast rule that we couldn't use Deadpool," the executive explained. "We would have had to have an insanely compelling reason to bring Deadpool in.
- 5/20/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
In the first chapter of X-Men '97's epic three-part "Tolerance Is Extinction" finale, we were reunited with the wall-crawler from Spider-Man: The Animated Series. The show ran from 1994 to 1998, and wrapped up on an open-ended note, so just seeing him again felt like a very big deal.
However, the finale brought an even bigger surprise when we learned that Peter Parker and Mary Jane Watson had been reunited. Needless to say, none of us expected X-Men '97 to resolve a decades-old cliffhanger, but we now know the hero managed to track her down after she was lost in the Multiverse.
In an interview with Screen Rant (via Toonado.com), Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation, Brad Winderbaum touched on the excitement surrounding a moment many fans hope is setting the stage for a Spider-Man '98 revival on Disney+.
"It is amazing to see them back on screen together,...
However, the finale brought an even bigger surprise when we learned that Peter Parker and Mary Jane Watson had been reunited. Needless to say, none of us expected X-Men '97 to resolve a decades-old cliffhanger, but we now know the hero managed to track her down after she was lost in the Multiverse.
In an interview with Screen Rant (via Toonado.com), Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation, Brad Winderbaum touched on the excitement surrounding a moment many fans hope is setting the stage for a Spider-Man '98 revival on Disney+.
"It is amazing to see them back on screen together,...
- 5/20/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Marvel Studios Exec Teases New Update on Nova MCU Project - Main Image
Marvel Studios executive Brad Winderbaum recently opened up about the progress of the long-gestated Nova live-action MCU project.
For the past few years, a Nova project has been in the works at Marvel Studios that will finally introduce the fan-favorite hero in the MCU after years of clamoring from fans.
So far, the project remains in development as there is no casting made yet for the role. There has also been confusion about whether the project is going to be a TV series or a theatrical movie.
Also Read: Marvel Exec Explains the Return of Marvel Television Banner for MCU Shows
Brad Winderbaum Shares Latest Update on Nova Proje Progress on Nova Project
In a recent interview, Winderbaum provided an update on the development of the Nova project and seemingly teased that it is going to be...
Marvel Studios executive Brad Winderbaum recently opened up about the progress of the long-gestated Nova live-action MCU project.
For the past few years, a Nova project has been in the works at Marvel Studios that will finally introduce the fan-favorite hero in the MCU after years of clamoring from fans.
So far, the project remains in development as there is no casting made yet for the role. There has also been confusion about whether the project is going to be a TV series or a theatrical movie.
Also Read: Marvel Exec Explains the Return of Marvel Television Banner for MCU Shows
Brad Winderbaum Shares Latest Update on Nova Proje Progress on Nova Project
In a recent interview, Winderbaum provided an update on the development of the Nova project and seemingly teased that it is going to be...
- 5/20/2024
- EpicStream
X-Men '97 Producer Shares Exciting Production Update on Season 2 - Main Image
X-Men '97 executive producer Brad Winderbaum recently provided a production update on season 2 as fans are eagerly waiting for the new season.
The first season finale that aired last week ended with a massive cliffhanger for our favorite heroes. Since then, fans have expressed their hope that the next season will come sooner than expected.
Fortunately, season 2 was already in the works prior to the series premiere. However, as everyone knows, the animation process takes a lot of time before it gets completed and ready for airing.
Also Read: X-Men '97 Finale's Mother Askani Reveal Is A Sign of What's to Come in Season 2
Brad Winderbaum Reveals X-Men '97 Season 2 is in Animatic Stage
Winderbaum opened up about the recent progress on the production of X-Men '97 season 2 in an interview.
He revealed that they are currently in...
X-Men '97 executive producer Brad Winderbaum recently provided a production update on season 2 as fans are eagerly waiting for the new season.
The first season finale that aired last week ended with a massive cliffhanger for our favorite heroes. Since then, fans have expressed their hope that the next season will come sooner than expected.
Fortunately, season 2 was already in the works prior to the series premiere. However, as everyone knows, the animation process takes a lot of time before it gets completed and ready for airing.
Also Read: X-Men '97 Finale's Mother Askani Reveal Is A Sign of What's to Come in Season 2
Brad Winderbaum Reveals X-Men '97 Season 2 is in Animatic Stage
Winderbaum opened up about the recent progress on the production of X-Men '97 season 2 in an interview.
He revealed that they are currently in...
- 5/20/2024
- EpicStream
‘X-Men ’97’ emerged as an unexpected triumph for the Marvel studio amidst a string of disappointments. The series maintained consistently high ratings, staying faithful to the original animated show in both narrative and essence.
Throughout the episodes, numerous notable characters made cameo appearances. However, one prominent Marvel mutant was conspicuously absent: Deadpool. This absence was peculiar, especially considering his brief appearance in the original series and the anticipation surrounding his upcoming movie. Wouldn’t it have been ideal to further build excitement for him through the show?
Fans recently inquired about the absence of Deadpool to Beau DeMayo, the show’s creator, who disclosed that the Merc With the Mouth was not considered. In a recent interview with ScreenRant, Brad Winderbaum, head of animation, provided further insight into the matter.
I don’t know that it was like a hard and fast rule that we couldn’t use Deadpool. We...
Throughout the episodes, numerous notable characters made cameo appearances. However, one prominent Marvel mutant was conspicuously absent: Deadpool. This absence was peculiar, especially considering his brief appearance in the original series and the anticipation surrounding his upcoming movie. Wouldn’t it have been ideal to further build excitement for him through the show?
Fans recently inquired about the absence of Deadpool to Beau DeMayo, the show’s creator, who disclosed that the Merc With the Mouth was not considered. In a recent interview with ScreenRant, Brad Winderbaum, head of animation, provided further insight into the matter.
I don’t know that it was like a hard and fast rule that we couldn’t use Deadpool. We...
- 5/20/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘X-Men ’97’ was an unexpected success for the studio following a series of flops. The show had consistently high rankings, keeping true to the original animated series in both the story and the spirit.
Over the course of the episodes, we’ve seen cameos of plenty of notable characters, and one notable Marvel mutant was missing, Deadpool. This was strange considering that he did appear in the original series briefly, and since he has a movie coming up, wouldn’t it make perfect sense to hype him up even more through the show?
Recently fans asked Beau DeMayo why Deadpool wasn’t included and the creator of the show revealed that Merc With the Mouth was off the table. Now in his recent interview with ScreenRant, Brad Winderbaum head of animation gave us more details on the matter.
I don’t know that it was like a hard and fast...
Over the course of the episodes, we’ve seen cameos of plenty of notable characters, and one notable Marvel mutant was missing, Deadpool. This was strange considering that he did appear in the original series briefly, and since he has a movie coming up, wouldn’t it make perfect sense to hype him up even more through the show?
Recently fans asked Beau DeMayo why Deadpool wasn’t included and the creator of the show revealed that Merc With the Mouth was off the table. Now in his recent interview with ScreenRant, Brad Winderbaum head of animation gave us more details on the matter.
I don’t know that it was like a hard and fast...
- 5/20/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Marvel Exec Explains the Return of Marvel Television Banner for MCU Shows - Main Image
Marvel Studios recently announced that they are bringing back the "Marvel Television" banner for the upcoming MCU shows.
For the past few years, we've seen the MCU franchise expand to television as they are producing projects for Disney+ that are still part of the same universe as the big-screen releases.
However, the TV expansion has also added some confusion for the audience as they now feel that they are obligated to watch them in order to understand the other MCU releases, especially on the theatrical side.
Now, Marvel Studios has come up with a new banner that addresses the issues on its TV output.
Also Read: Daredevil: Born Again Sets Release Window, New Episode Count Revealed
Marvel Television Banner Set for MCU Live-Action Shows
In a recent interview, Marvel Studios executive Brad Winderbaum addressed their...
Marvel Studios recently announced that they are bringing back the "Marvel Television" banner for the upcoming MCU shows.
For the past few years, we've seen the MCU franchise expand to television as they are producing projects for Disney+ that are still part of the same universe as the big-screen releases.
However, the TV expansion has also added some confusion for the audience as they now feel that they are obligated to watch them in order to understand the other MCU releases, especially on the theatrical side.
Now, Marvel Studios has come up with a new banner that addresses the issues on its TV output.
Also Read: Daredevil: Born Again Sets Release Window, New Episode Count Revealed
Marvel Television Banner Set for MCU Live-Action Shows
In a recent interview, Marvel Studios executive Brad Winderbaum addressed their...
- 5/20/2024
- EpicStream
X-Men ’97 concluded its debut season with a blast, leaving fans eager to know more about what comes next with Apocalypse in the scene. Meanwhile, to keep the hype alive, Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation, Brad Winderbaum teased the possible appearance of Deadpool in the show’s season 2, after missing out on showing up in season 1.
Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool | Disney, Marvel Studios
Currently, with Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool making all the headlines surrounding MCU for his upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine movie, it seems like a great time to tease his character’s appearance in X-Men ’97 S2. As Reynolds undoubtedly saves Marvel Studios with his fan-favorite character, Brad Winderbaum believes Deadpool could have a future in the animated show, too.
Brad Winderbaum Teases Deadpool’s Appearance in X-Men ’97 S2
Reviving the beloved 90s show X-Men: The Animated Series, X-Men ’97 returned with similar aesthetics to serve as a...
Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool | Disney, Marvel Studios
Currently, with Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool making all the headlines surrounding MCU for his upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine movie, it seems like a great time to tease his character’s appearance in X-Men ’97 S2. As Reynolds undoubtedly saves Marvel Studios with his fan-favorite character, Brad Winderbaum believes Deadpool could have a future in the animated show, too.
Brad Winderbaum Teases Deadpool’s Appearance in X-Men ’97 S2
Reviving the beloved 90s show X-Men: The Animated Series, X-Men ’97 returned with similar aesthetics to serve as a...
- 5/20/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
The Marvel Television banner is returning for live-action series’ like Agatha All Along, Daredevil: Born Again, and Ironheart.
Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation Brad Winderbaum recently revealed in an interview that this is to help viewers know they can “jump in anywhere” in the MCU and still understand the plotline.
“We want to make sure that Marvel stays an open door for people to come in and explore,” Winderbaum told Comic Book. “On the heels of Endgame, I think there was, maybe, a little bit of an obligation to watch absolutely everything in order to watch anything.”
Winderbaum continued, “As you know, as a comics fan, they’re designed to just pop in, find something that you like, and use that to enter you into the universe, and then you can explore and weave around based on your own preferences.”
Although all shows will still be part of the MCU,...
Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation Brad Winderbaum recently revealed in an interview that this is to help viewers know they can “jump in anywhere” in the MCU and still understand the plotline.
“We want to make sure that Marvel stays an open door for people to come in and explore,” Winderbaum told Comic Book. “On the heels of Endgame, I think there was, maybe, a little bit of an obligation to watch absolutely everything in order to watch anything.”
Winderbaum continued, “As you know, as a comics fan, they’re designed to just pop in, find something that you like, and use that to enter you into the universe, and then you can explore and weave around based on your own preferences.”
Although all shows will still be part of the MCU,...
- 5/19/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
“You can jump in anywhere”: Kevin Feige’s Marvel Future Plans Will Erase One Major Phase 3 Complaint
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has long been a juggernaut among huge franchises, perhaps trailing only behind the legendary Star Wars saga. With its intricate web of characters, intertwining storylines, and hidden Easter eggs, the MCU has certainly captivated audiences worldwide. However, for newcomers, this journey can feel a bit daunting.
Kevin Feige at the 2017 San Diego Comic-Con | Credits: Gage Skidmore /Wikimedia Commons
While seasoned fans love the interconnectedness of it all, new fans often find themselves overwhelmed by the sheer amount of lore and backstory required to fully immerse themselves in this cinematic universe. But fear not, as Marvel Studios President, Kevin Feige, has heard the cries and is spearheading a bold new initiative to make the MCU more accessible to all.
Fans Will No Longer Require Watching 30+ Movies to Enjoy a Single Series or Movie in the MCU
While diving into the Marvel Cinematic Universe is undeniably an epic experience,...
Kevin Feige at the 2017 San Diego Comic-Con | Credits: Gage Skidmore /Wikimedia Commons
While seasoned fans love the interconnectedness of it all, new fans often find themselves overwhelmed by the sheer amount of lore and backstory required to fully immerse themselves in this cinematic universe. But fear not, as Marvel Studios President, Kevin Feige, has heard the cries and is spearheading a bold new initiative to make the MCU more accessible to all.
Fans Will No Longer Require Watching 30+ Movies to Enjoy a Single Series or Movie in the MCU
While diving into the Marvel Cinematic Universe is undeniably an epic experience,...
- 5/19/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Following X-Men '97's season 1 finale, What If...? season 3 is likely up next from Marvel Animation. Marvel Zombies updates have been few and far between, but Marvel Studios executive Brad Winderbaum has shared new Eyes of Wakanda and Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man details.
The latter was unveiled during the San Diego Comic-Con in 2022, while news of the Black Panther spin-off came our way last December.
We've previously heard that the animated series will follow brave warriors tasked to travel the world retrieving dangerous Vibranium artefacts throughout Wakandan history. Thanks to ComicBook.com (via Toonado.com), we now have some specifics.
"Eyes of Wakanda is an MCU show," Winderbaum confirmed. "This is the history of Wakanda as told through the War Dogs, and it is some of the best animation we've ever done. Todd Harris is the creator of that one. That's just such a cool show."
None of Marvel Studios' animated...
The latter was unveiled during the San Diego Comic-Con in 2022, while news of the Black Panther spin-off came our way last December.
We've previously heard that the animated series will follow brave warriors tasked to travel the world retrieving dangerous Vibranium artefacts throughout Wakandan history. Thanks to ComicBook.com (via Toonado.com), we now have some specifics.
"Eyes of Wakanda is an MCU show," Winderbaum confirmed. "This is the history of Wakanda as told through the War Dogs, and it is some of the best animation we've ever done. Todd Harris is the creator of that one. That's just such a cool show."
None of Marvel Studios' animated...
- 5/19/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
If there’s anything superhero movies try to stay away from over the past years, it’s the exhibition of s*x scenes. The majority of comic book films don’t show this type of mature theme as it would affect the rating and viewership.
Avengers: Infinity War / Marvel Studios
This is the dilemma of renowned director Richard Linklater when it comes to creating movies. The lack of intimate scenes in superhero films has swiftly become the trend in Hollywood.
Richard Linklater Slams Superhero Movies For Not Including S*x Scenes
During his interview with The Times, filmmaker Richard Linklater aired his frustration over movies that don’t feature sensual themes. He claimed that s*x is a great way to sell films and wondered why Hollywood changed its rules.
S*x and violence is what cinema is great at. S*x was always the great seller; I don’t...
Avengers: Infinity War / Marvel Studios
This is the dilemma of renowned director Richard Linklater when it comes to creating movies. The lack of intimate scenes in superhero films has swiftly become the trend in Hollywood.
Richard Linklater Slams Superhero Movies For Not Including S*x Scenes
During his interview with The Times, filmmaker Richard Linklater aired his frustration over movies that don’t feature sensual themes. He claimed that s*x is a great way to sell films and wondered why Hollywood changed its rules.
S*x and violence is what cinema is great at. S*x was always the great seller; I don’t...
- 5/19/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
*Major Spoilers For X-Men ’97*
Marvel Studios managed to retain millions of audiences with the recent release of the MCU animated show X-Men ’97. Bringing in several iconic characters like Professor Xavier, Wolverine, and Rogue into the fold, the animated series is indeed quite exceptional.
Forge in X-Men ’97/ Marvel Animation
With an intriguing storyline to its name, the show took a dive into the relationship between mutants Rogue and Gambit. As we all know how the story ended, a Marvel executive was also concerned about whether to develop the relationship or not.
Marvel Exec Was Afraid To Develop A Relation In X-Men ’97
Rogue and Gambit are two characters appearing in Marvel Comics and the two have developed a relation in the comics. With Rogue and Gambit being powerful mutants who have been associated with the X-Men, fans loved seeing the characters in X-Men ’97.
A still from X-Men ’97...
Marvel Studios managed to retain millions of audiences with the recent release of the MCU animated show X-Men ’97. Bringing in several iconic characters like Professor Xavier, Wolverine, and Rogue into the fold, the animated series is indeed quite exceptional.
Forge in X-Men ’97/ Marvel Animation
With an intriguing storyline to its name, the show took a dive into the relationship between mutants Rogue and Gambit. As we all know how the story ended, a Marvel executive was also concerned about whether to develop the relationship or not.
Marvel Exec Was Afraid To Develop A Relation In X-Men ’97
Rogue and Gambit are two characters appearing in Marvel Comics and the two have developed a relation in the comics. With Rogue and Gambit being powerful mutants who have been associated with the X-Men, fans loved seeing the characters in X-Men ’97.
A still from X-Men ’97...
- 5/19/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Marvel Studios’ What If…? series has been a fan-favorite show since its release and the positive critical reviews prove how much it has been a breath of fresh air for fans ever since the onslaught of the superhero fatigue.
Disney+’s What If…? / Marvel Studios Animation
After the success of X-Men ’97, Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation Brad Winderbaum confirmed that Season 3 of What If…? could be the next Marvel Animation show on deck. However, there’s a hint that it could also be the final installment.
What If…? Season 3 Might Be The Last Chapter
During an interview via Comic Book, Marvel’s very own Brad Winderbaum revealed that What If…? Season 3 might come up next in the slot. He also mentioned something that teased the show’s conclusion.
What If…? Season Three is — that might be the one that comes out next, in terms of animation. That is the culmination of a trilogy.
Disney+’s What If…? / Marvel Studios Animation
After the success of X-Men ’97, Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation Brad Winderbaum confirmed that Season 3 of What If…? could be the next Marvel Animation show on deck. However, there’s a hint that it could also be the final installment.
What If…? Season 3 Might Be The Last Chapter
During an interview via Comic Book, Marvel’s very own Brad Winderbaum revealed that What If…? Season 3 might come up next in the slot. He also mentioned something that teased the show’s conclusion.
What If…? Season Three is — that might be the one that comes out next, in terms of animation. That is the culmination of a trilogy.
- 5/19/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Warning: Do Not Read Ahead If You Haven’T Seen X-men ’97 Yet And Wish To Do So. Major Spoilers Ahead.
The follow-up series to the original X-Men: The Animated Series from 1992, X-Men ’97 is gaining and rebuilding all the hearts that were broken when the original series got canceled after five seasons, and more. However, even while winning all of those hearts, this series by Beau DeMayo didn’t hesitate to break a whole lot more with its emotional plotlines that had fans sobbing.
X-Men ’97. | Credit: Disney+.
That being said, one particular decision from the former showrunner DeMayo, who pretty much created this latest masterpiece before getting fired for reasons unknown, had the entire team sleepless at nights out of anxiety. This was because this decision included the brutal death of a fan-favorite mutant, and they weren’t sure how fans would take it after their initial reaction to the series.
The follow-up series to the original X-Men: The Animated Series from 1992, X-Men ’97 is gaining and rebuilding all the hearts that were broken when the original series got canceled after five seasons, and more. However, even while winning all of those hearts, this series by Beau DeMayo didn’t hesitate to break a whole lot more with its emotional plotlines that had fans sobbing.
X-Men ’97. | Credit: Disney+.
That being said, one particular decision from the former showrunner DeMayo, who pretty much created this latest masterpiece before getting fired for reasons unknown, had the entire team sleepless at nights out of anxiety. This was because this decision included the brutal death of a fan-favorite mutant, and they weren’t sure how fans would take it after their initial reaction to the series.
- 5/19/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
In recent days, we've once again started hearing rumblings about Marvel Studios' plans for Nova. The character has been ignored for far too long, with Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn happily admitting the hero never interested him.
The expectation is that when the character does finally appear in the MCU, Sam Alexander will hold the Nova mantle. There may, however, still be plans for Richard Rider to act as a mentor or partner to the teenager.
Talking to Screen Rant, Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation, Brad Winderbaum seemed to strongly hint that Nova is destined to take flight on Disney+
"It's new territory for us, developing more shows than we produce," he started. "Nova certainly is exciting to us, we've got some great ideas simmering. I think there's a lot of potential there. I love Nova, also, from the comics, especially the Richard Rider era.
The expectation is that when the character does finally appear in the MCU, Sam Alexander will hold the Nova mantle. There may, however, still be plans for Richard Rider to act as a mentor or partner to the teenager.
Talking to Screen Rant, Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation, Brad Winderbaum seemed to strongly hint that Nova is destined to take flight on Disney+
"It's new territory for us, developing more shows than we produce," he started. "Nova certainly is exciting to us, we've got some great ideas simmering. I think there's a lot of potential there. I love Nova, also, from the comics, especially the Richard Rider era.
- 5/19/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
X-Men ’97 has finally concluded with 10 episodes and it can be undoubtedly hailed as one of the best Marvel shows yet. The animated revival and continuation of the 90s X-Men: The Animated Series garnered praise for its masterful handling of several iconic comic book storylines. Yet there was one significant moment in X-Men ’97 that was not so easy to execute.
X-Men ’97 I Marvel Animation
The Executive Producer of the latest X-Men series and Marvel Animation head Brad Winderbaum revealed that the crew was very nervous about pulling off Gambit’s death in Episode 5. Gambit’s fateful end in the Genosha massacre shown in the episode Remember It shocked several fans and provided one of the most emotional endings for a fan-favorite character.
Why were X-Men ’97 makers anxious to carry out Gambit’s death?
The scene of Gambit’s death in Episode 5 of X-Men ’97 I Marvel Animation...
X-Men ’97 I Marvel Animation
The Executive Producer of the latest X-Men series and Marvel Animation head Brad Winderbaum revealed that the crew was very nervous about pulling off Gambit’s death in Episode 5. Gambit’s fateful end in the Genosha massacre shown in the episode Remember It shocked several fans and provided one of the most emotional endings for a fan-favorite character.
Why were X-Men ’97 makers anxious to carry out Gambit’s death?
The scene of Gambit’s death in Episode 5 of X-Men ’97 I Marvel Animation...
- 5/19/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
The MCU boasts a vast array of over 30 movies, with over 10 currently in production or rumored. However, this extensive content library doesn’t even include live-action TV shows, which have significantly enriched the MCU universe.
This proliferation of content has posed challenges for fans, particularly newcomers or those wishing to skip certain projects.
It’s absurd that understanding one reference or a post-credit scene in a Disney+ show often requires viewing five movies. However, that was the studio’s initial goal. As financial pressures mounted, adjustments became necessary. A major shift was the launch of the Marvel Spotlight brand. These shows aim for a more character-driven, mature narrative, with higher ratings, purportedly eliminating the need for prior MCU viewing.
The debut Marvel Spotlight series, ‘Echo,’ while intended to stand alone, still heavily references ‘Daredevil’ and ‘Hawkeye.’ Yet, even without watching these, viewers could navigate ‘Echo’ with a bit of online research.
This proliferation of content has posed challenges for fans, particularly newcomers or those wishing to skip certain projects.
It’s absurd that understanding one reference or a post-credit scene in a Disney+ show often requires viewing five movies. However, that was the studio’s initial goal. As financial pressures mounted, adjustments became necessary. A major shift was the launch of the Marvel Spotlight brand. These shows aim for a more character-driven, mature narrative, with higher ratings, purportedly eliminating the need for prior MCU viewing.
The debut Marvel Spotlight series, ‘Echo,’ while intended to stand alone, still heavily references ‘Daredevil’ and ‘Hawkeye.’ Yet, even without watching these, viewers could navigate ‘Echo’ with a bit of online research.
- 5/19/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
MCU has over 30 movies under its umbrella, and more than 10 are currently in production or rumored to be in production, this massive amount of content however does not include live-action TV shows, which significantly expanded MCU.
This was starting to become a problem for fans, especially fans that are just now trying to “get into” the MCU, or fans who simply wanted to avoid some projects, not particularly interested in characters that were carrying them.
It seems ridiculous that you have to watch 5 movies to understand one reference, or post-credit scene in a Disney+ show, but it was what the studio was aiming for. Then, the studio started losing money and some things had to change. One of the biggest changes in this context was the introduction of the Marvel Spotlight brand. This is supposed to be a brand of shows developed to be more character-oriented, they are more mature with a higher rating,...
This was starting to become a problem for fans, especially fans that are just now trying to “get into” the MCU, or fans who simply wanted to avoid some projects, not particularly interested in characters that were carrying them.
It seems ridiculous that you have to watch 5 movies to understand one reference, or post-credit scene in a Disney+ show, but it was what the studio was aiming for. Then, the studio started losing money and some things had to change. One of the biggest changes in this context was the introduction of the Marvel Spotlight brand. This is supposed to be a brand of shows developed to be more character-oriented, they are more mature with a higher rating,...
- 5/19/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
‘What If…?’ brought a breath of fresh air to the MCU. Despite the first season receiving mixed reactions from fans, it was successful enough to justify additional seasons and expand the multiverse, drawing inspiration from several notable storylines.
Season 2 was released in an unconventional way, with episodes dropping over nine days like holiday gifts for fans to unwrap.
It’s been rumored for some time that ‘What If…?’ Season 3 will be the show’s final season, particularly following the recent departure of the head writer for other projects. In a recent interview with ComicBook, Brad Winderbaum, head of animation, seemingly confirmed this by describing Season 3 as “a culmination of the trilogy.”
What If…? Season Three is — that might be the one that comes out next, in terms of animation. That is the culmination of a trilogy. We’re actually close to completing that one, and it really feels like you...
Season 2 was released in an unconventional way, with episodes dropping over nine days like holiday gifts for fans to unwrap.
It’s been rumored for some time that ‘What If…?’ Season 3 will be the show’s final season, particularly following the recent departure of the head writer for other projects. In a recent interview with ComicBook, Brad Winderbaum, head of animation, seemingly confirmed this by describing Season 3 as “a culmination of the trilogy.”
What If…? Season Three is — that might be the one that comes out next, in terms of animation. That is the culmination of a trilogy. We’re actually close to completing that one, and it really feels like you...
- 5/19/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘What If…?’ was a breath of fresh air in the MCU; despite the first season of the show receiving a somewhat mixed reception from fans, it was successful enough to warrant additional seasons and expand the multiverse that the creators have been working on drawing loose inspiration from several notable storylines.
Season 2 was released in a somewhat unconventional manner over the course of nine days; a single episode was released, like a gift for fans to unwrap over the holiday season.
It’s long been rumored that ‘What If…?’ Season 3 will be the final season of the show, especially with the head writer leaving recently, moving on to work on different projects, and now head of the animation Brad Winderbaum seemingly confirmed this idea in a latest interview with ComicBook, calling Season 3 “a culmination of the trilogy”
What If…? Season Three is — that might be the one that comes out next,...
Season 2 was released in a somewhat unconventional manner over the course of nine days; a single episode was released, like a gift for fans to unwrap over the holiday season.
It’s long been rumored that ‘What If…?’ Season 3 will be the final season of the show, especially with the head writer leaving recently, moving on to work on different projects, and now head of the animation Brad Winderbaum seemingly confirmed this idea in a latest interview with ComicBook, calling Season 3 “a culmination of the trilogy”
What If…? Season Three is — that might be the one that comes out next,...
- 5/19/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
As Marvel recently concluded season one of Beau DeMayo’s X-Men ’97, the studio is looking forward to keeping fans hooked to the screen with other projects in development. Since there’s still time for X-Men ’97 season 2 to drop, Marvel’s Head of Animation, Brad Winderbaum, discussed new projects like Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man that are still percolating at Marvel Animation.
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man | image: Marvel Studios
Claiming that the potential Spider-Man show has been long in development under the name of Spider-Man: Freshman Year, Brad Winderbaum mentioned they have recently revamped the title of the series. However, after the discussion regarding the Spider-Man series hit the internet, fans expressed their disappointment in one aspect of the storyline.
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Spider-Man is Developing Under Marvel Studios
Beau DeMayo‘s X-Men ’97 recently concluded its season one under Marvel Studios on May 15, leaving fans in suspense...
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man | image: Marvel Studios
Claiming that the potential Spider-Man show has been long in development under the name of Spider-Man: Freshman Year, Brad Winderbaum mentioned they have recently revamped the title of the series. However, after the discussion regarding the Spider-Man series hit the internet, fans expressed their disappointment in one aspect of the storyline.
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Spider-Man is Developing Under Marvel Studios
Beau DeMayo‘s X-Men ’97 recently concluded its season one under Marvel Studios on May 15, leaving fans in suspense...
- 5/19/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
The first season of X-Men ’97 ended this week on Disney+, but Marvel fans will have to be patient before they can start streaming Season 2.
A second season of the animated series has already been greenlit, and executive producer Brad Winderbaum gave an update on the production of the new season.
“It’s still an animatic phase,” Wanderbaum told ComicBook in an interview. “Animation takes so long to make as I’m sure you know. There was a great bit about this in Invincible Season 2. They just nailed it so hard, it is the greatest.”
Wanderbaum explained that “it takes a long time” for an animated series to get made “Because the studio wants to see how successful the first season is before they greenlight the second season there’s a lag.”
“We were lucky enough to get the greenlight before we aired so there’s maybe less of a lag,...
A second season of the animated series has already been greenlit, and executive producer Brad Winderbaum gave an update on the production of the new season.
“It’s still an animatic phase,” Wanderbaum told ComicBook in an interview. “Animation takes so long to make as I’m sure you know. There was a great bit about this in Invincible Season 2. They just nailed it so hard, it is the greatest.”
Wanderbaum explained that “it takes a long time” for an animated series to get made “Because the studio wants to see how successful the first season is before they greenlight the second season there’s a lag.”
“We were lucky enough to get the greenlight before we aired so there’s maybe less of a lag,...
- 5/19/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
The season 1 finale of Marvel Studios' acclaimed animated series, X-Men '97, hit Disney+ this past Wednesday, and it's fair to say the events of "Tolerance is Extinction - Part 3" left us with a lot to discuss.
If you haven't watched yet, beware of major spoilers from this point on.
In the closing moments of the drama-filled finale, the team managed to defeat Bastion and prevent Asteroid M from destroying the planet, but the heroes somehow ended up being transported through time in the process.
Xavier (Ross Marquand), Magneto (Matthew Waterson), Rogue (Lenore Zann), Nightcrawler (Adrian Hough), and Beast (George Buza) find themselves in Egypt in the year 3,000 B.C., where they encounter a younger En Sabah Nur (Adetokumboh M'Cormack). Jean Grey (Jennifer Hale) and Cyclops (Ray Chase) land way into the future in the year 3960 A.D. where they meet a younger version of their son, Nathan Summer, aka Cable,...
If you haven't watched yet, beware of major spoilers from this point on.
In the closing moments of the drama-filled finale, the team managed to defeat Bastion and prevent Asteroid M from destroying the planet, but the heroes somehow ended up being transported through time in the process.
Xavier (Ross Marquand), Magneto (Matthew Waterson), Rogue (Lenore Zann), Nightcrawler (Adrian Hough), and Beast (George Buza) find themselves in Egypt in the year 3,000 B.C., where they encounter a younger En Sabah Nur (Adetokumboh M'Cormack). Jean Grey (Jennifer Hale) and Cyclops (Ray Chase) land way into the future in the year 3960 A.D. where they meet a younger version of their son, Nathan Summer, aka Cable,...
- 5/19/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The live-action part of the MCU hasn’t been doing great lately, with several poorly received projects in recent years. However, the latest animated show, ‘X-Men ’97,’ has been consistently receiving high ratings, opening up another avenue for the franchise’s expansion.
Lately, there have been rumors about the MCU focusing more on animated projects in the future. With several shows lined up for release, it’s not hard to believe these rumors.
‘Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man’ and ‘Eyes of Wakanda’ are both scheduled for release in 2024 (for now) and Brad Winderbaum, the Head of Animation for Marvel Studios, recently discussed some details about both shows with ComicBook.
Winderbaum spoke highly of the upcoming series centered around a young Spider-Man. Here’s what he had to say:
I mean, Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man is amazing, to say the least. I think it’s really going to surprise people. It is very...
Lately, there have been rumors about the MCU focusing more on animated projects in the future. With several shows lined up for release, it’s not hard to believe these rumors.
‘Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man’ and ‘Eyes of Wakanda’ are both scheduled for release in 2024 (for now) and Brad Winderbaum, the Head of Animation for Marvel Studios, recently discussed some details about both shows with ComicBook.
Winderbaum spoke highly of the upcoming series centered around a young Spider-Man. Here’s what he had to say:
I mean, Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man is amazing, to say the least. I think it’s really going to surprise people. It is very...
- 5/18/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
The live-action portion of the MCU is certainly not performing very well considering all the poorly received projects in the last few years, however the latest animated show ‘X-Men ’97’ received constantly high ratings, which opened another market on which the franchise can expand.
In recent times, there have been rumors that the MCU will deal more with animated projects in the future, and considering that we have several shows slated for release in the future, it’s honestly not that hard to believe them.
‘Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man’ and ‘Eyes of Wakanda’ are both slated for 2024 release (so far) and Brad Winderbaum Head of Animation for Marvel Studios sat down with ComicBook to talk some details about both shows.
The exec praised the upcoming show focused on young Spider-Man. Here’s what he had to say about it:
I mean, Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man is amazing, to say the least.
In recent times, there have been rumors that the MCU will deal more with animated projects in the future, and considering that we have several shows slated for release in the future, it’s honestly not that hard to believe them.
‘Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man’ and ‘Eyes of Wakanda’ are both slated for 2024 release (so far) and Brad Winderbaum Head of Animation for Marvel Studios sat down with ComicBook to talk some details about both shows.
The exec praised the upcoming show focused on young Spider-Man. Here’s what he had to say about it:
I mean, Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man is amazing, to say the least.
- 5/18/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
When Marvel announced the return of the X-Men ’97 animated series, almost every single fan was skeptical about its success. The MCU had recently seen a slew of flops, and the 90s fans who grew up with the series were worried that their fond memories would be tainted by “wokeness” as well, but Beau DeMayo’s series proved everyone wrong.
X-Men ’97| Disney+
And it seems like Marvel is trying to ride the high tide generated by the fan-favorite mutant mayhem, as the studio is once again betting its money on animation. This time, their focus is on the third season of What If…?, which has been quite popular in its own right.
Suggested“This is why I’m glad Jon Watts isn’t coming back”: Tom Holland’s Spider-Man 4 Getting a New Director Should Solve a Major Criticism That Even Ardent MCU Fans Can’t Deny
For...
X-Men ’97| Disney+
And it seems like Marvel is trying to ride the high tide generated by the fan-favorite mutant mayhem, as the studio is once again betting its money on animation. This time, their focus is on the third season of What If…?, which has been quite popular in its own right.
Suggested“This is why I’m glad Jon Watts isn’t coming back”: Tom Holland’s Spider-Man 4 Getting a New Director Should Solve a Major Criticism That Even Ardent MCU Fans Can’t Deny
For...
- 5/18/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- FandomWire
Marvel Studios first unveiled its "Marvel Animation" label in 2021 with What If...? Now, the likes of Eyes of Wakdanda, Marvel Zombies, and Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man are heading our way in the not-too-distant future.
X-Men '97 also just wrapped up its first season and, while that's expected to run for multiple seasons, what's the deal with What If...? and its place in the Multiverse Saga?
As we first reported on Toonado.com, ComicBook.com caught up with executive producer and Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation Brad Winderbaum and learned that season 3 (which is expected to launch either later this year or early 2025) will likely be its last.
"What If...? season 3 is - that might be the one that comes out next, in terms of animation," he started. "That is the culmination of a trilogy. We're actually close to completing that one, and it really feels like you've gone...
X-Men '97 also just wrapped up its first season and, while that's expected to run for multiple seasons, what's the deal with What If...? and its place in the Multiverse Saga?
As we first reported on Toonado.com, ComicBook.com caught up with executive producer and Marvel Studios Head of TV, Streaming, and Animation Brad Winderbaum and learned that season 3 (which is expected to launch either later this year or early 2025) will likely be its last.
"What If...? season 3 is - that might be the one that comes out next, in terms of animation," he started. "That is the culmination of a trilogy. We're actually close to completing that one, and it really feels like you've gone...
- 5/18/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Beau DeMayo has been at the center of media attention ever since X-Men ’97 started airing. While the show has been an absolute hit, many fans were confused when the executive producer was fired from his position eight days before the series aired. Such a drastic decision was quite surprising, as not only did he produce the series, but he was also the sole creator of it.
Beau DeMayo was an important part of X-Men ’97
Since the news hit the internet, many have been wondering if he will be coming back for the second season now that the first has concluded. While the writer has confirmed that he was a big part of the writing of season 2, his exit made his involvement quite hazy. However, a recent interview may have confirmed his standing with the franchise.
What Direction is Marvel Taking With X-Men ’97?
The head of Marvel Studios Television,...
Beau DeMayo was an important part of X-Men ’97
Since the news hit the internet, many have been wondering if he will be coming back for the second season now that the first has concluded. While the writer has confirmed that he was a big part of the writing of season 2, his exit made his involvement quite hazy. However, a recent interview may have confirmed his standing with the franchise.
What Direction is Marvel Taking With X-Men ’97?
The head of Marvel Studios Television,...
- 5/18/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Marvel Television, headed by Jeph Loeb under the watchful eye of Marvel Entertainment Chairman Ike Perlmutter, closed its doors in 2019. At the time, Disney gave full control of the MCU to Kevin Feige, leading to Marvel Studios developing a slate of projects for Disney+.
While Marvel Television made a lot of missteps (we recently broke many of them down here), Marvel Studios quickly learned that developing TV shows wasn't as easy as they might have believed.
Approaching them like movies with "Head Writers" in place of showrunners (and pricey reshoots which fixed glaring issues in post-production) has forced them to go back to the drawing board. Following Daredevil: Born Again's creative overhaul, future small screen projects will be made like traditional TV shows.
They'll also be released under the returning "Marvel Television" banner, a move which shocked fans earlier this week. Talking to ComicBook.com, Marvel Studios Head of TV,...
While Marvel Television made a lot of missteps (we recently broke many of them down here), Marvel Studios quickly learned that developing TV shows wasn't as easy as they might have believed.
Approaching them like movies with "Head Writers" in place of showrunners (and pricey reshoots which fixed glaring issues in post-production) has forced them to go back to the drawing board. Following Daredevil: Born Again's creative overhaul, future small screen projects will be made like traditional TV shows.
They'll also be released under the returning "Marvel Television" banner, a move which shocked fans earlier this week. Talking to ComicBook.com, Marvel Studios Head of TV,...
- 5/18/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Spoiler Warning: This story discusses major plot developments across the entire first season of “X-Men ’97,” currently streaming on Disney+.
To say Marvel fans have enjoyed the first season “X-Men ’97” — the continuation of the beloved animated series from the 1990s, widely credited for laying the foundation for the explosion of superhero cinema in the 2000s and 2010s — is a bit like saying Wolverine has a bit of an anger issue. The show has enthralled viewers with a dizzying narrative tapestry that’s been unflinching in its capacity to make bold choices. First among them was Episode 5, “Remember It,” in which an army of robot Sentinels slaughters thousands of mutants who had been celebrating in their island nation of Genosha, a truly shocking development that vividly — and trenchantly — evokes similar tragedies, from 9/11 to the Pulse nightclub shooting to the attacks in Israel on Oct. 7 and the ongoing siege of Gaza in response.
To say Marvel fans have enjoyed the first season “X-Men ’97” — the continuation of the beloved animated series from the 1990s, widely credited for laying the foundation for the explosion of superhero cinema in the 2000s and 2010s — is a bit like saying Wolverine has a bit of an anger issue. The show has enthralled viewers with a dizzying narrative tapestry that’s been unflinching in its capacity to make bold choices. First among them was Episode 5, “Remember It,” in which an army of robot Sentinels slaughters thousands of mutants who had been celebrating in their island nation of Genosha, a truly shocking development that vividly — and trenchantly — evokes similar tragedies, from 9/11 to the Pulse nightclub shooting to the attacks in Israel on Oct. 7 and the ongoing siege of Gaza in response.
- 5/18/2024
- by Adam B. Vary
- Variety Film + TV
Right before X-Men '97 launched on Disney+, the trades broke the news that Head Writer Beau DeMayo had been fired from the animated series.
Interviews with the press were cancelled at the last minute and no specific reason for his ousting was ever revealed from official (or unofficial) sources. Making it all the more surprising was the fact Marvel Studios had previously tapped DeMayo to contribute to projects such as Moon Knight and Blade.
Brad Winderbaum, the head of streaming, television, and animation at Marvel Studios, then shared something of a clarification by addressing the situation ahead of the two-episode premiere.
"I can't talk about the details," he admitted, "but I can say that Beau had real respect and passion for these characters and wrote what I think are excellent scripts that really the rest of the team were able to draw inspiration from [to] build this amazing show that's on screen.
Interviews with the press were cancelled at the last minute and no specific reason for his ousting was ever revealed from official (or unofficial) sources. Making it all the more surprising was the fact Marvel Studios had previously tapped DeMayo to contribute to projects such as Moon Knight and Blade.
Brad Winderbaum, the head of streaming, television, and animation at Marvel Studios, then shared something of a clarification by addressing the situation ahead of the two-episode premiere.
"I can't talk about the details," he admitted, "but I can say that Beau had real respect and passion for these characters and wrote what I think are excellent scripts that really the rest of the team were able to draw inspiration from [to] build this amazing show that's on screen.
- 5/17/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
X-Men ’97 has been a huge success, and Marvel Animations has really engrossed fans with nostalgia in the show. There are several epic moments that are vividly astonishing and that run through several episodes. The continuation of X-Men: The Animated Series, the show brings almost all the original cast complementing the epic nostalgic vibe, it was certainly a treat for fans.
Magneto in X-Men ’97
The Marvel series for Disney+ also has some cool easter eggs that involve Michael Fassbender and Ian McKellen, who previously played different versions of Magneto, aka Erik Lehnsherr in 20th Century Fox’s X-Men franchise. The show also paid homage to the original X-Men: The Animated Series’ Magneto actor David Hemblen through the easter egg.
X-Men ’97 Easter Egg Featured Michael Fassbender and Ian McKellen
Magneto actors’ easter egg in X-Men ’97
Michael Fassbender and Ian McKellen, who played different, respectively, younger and older versions of Magneto,...
Magneto in X-Men ’97
The Marvel series for Disney+ also has some cool easter eggs that involve Michael Fassbender and Ian McKellen, who previously played different versions of Magneto, aka Erik Lehnsherr in 20th Century Fox’s X-Men franchise. The show also paid homage to the original X-Men: The Animated Series’ Magneto actor David Hemblen through the easter egg.
X-Men ’97 Easter Egg Featured Michael Fassbender and Ian McKellen
Magneto actors’ easter egg in X-Men ’97
Michael Fassbender and Ian McKellen, who played different, respectively, younger and older versions of Magneto,...
- 5/17/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
Marvel Studios has more than 20 projects in the works, focusing on both big and lesser-known characters from the comics, despite claims made by Iger that the studio will decrease its creative output to 2-3 movies a year and 2 live-action shows.
One of the confirmed projects that’s been in development for years now is ‘Nova.’ First imagined as a series, it was later reworked into a feature film, and now, it seems that it’s back to being a series again.
Daniel Richtman notable scooper and leaker published on his private Patreon that, what was supposed to be a feature film is now being reworked to be a Disney+ series, focusing on a younger protagonist. This means that the primary Nova in the MCU will be Sam Alexander, and not Richard Ryder which many fans were looking forward to. Richtman also stated that production should begin next year.
Marvel Studios...
One of the confirmed projects that’s been in development for years now is ‘Nova.’ First imagined as a series, it was later reworked into a feature film, and now, it seems that it’s back to being a series again.
Daniel Richtman notable scooper and leaker published on his private Patreon that, what was supposed to be a feature film is now being reworked to be a Disney+ series, focusing on a younger protagonist. This means that the primary Nova in the MCU will be Sam Alexander, and not Richard Ryder which many fans were looking forward to. Richtman also stated that production should begin next year.
Marvel Studios...
- 5/16/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Marvel Studios has over 20 projects underway, spotlighting both major and lesser-known comic book characters, despite Iger’s assertions that creative output would scale back to 2-3 movies annually and 2 live-action shows.
Among the confirmed projects, ‘Nova’ has been in the works for years. Initially envisioned as a series, it was later reimagined as a feature film, and now, it appears to have reverted to being a series once more.
Daniel Richtman, a prominent scooper and leaker, shared on his private Patreon that a project originally slated as a feature film is undergoing a transformation into a Disney+ series. The revamped series will center around a younger protagonist. This decision indicates that the primary Nova in the MCU will likely be Sam Alexander, rather than Richard Rider, a choice that may disappoint many fans. Richtman also mentioned that production is expected to commence next year.
Marvel Studios has reportedly decided on...
Among the confirmed projects, ‘Nova’ has been in the works for years. Initially envisioned as a series, it was later reimagined as a feature film, and now, it appears to have reverted to being a series once more.
Daniel Richtman, a prominent scooper and leaker, shared on his private Patreon that a project originally slated as a feature film is undergoing a transformation into a Disney+ series. The revamped series will center around a younger protagonist. This decision indicates that the primary Nova in the MCU will likely be Sam Alexander, rather than Richard Rider, a choice that may disappoint many fans. Richtman also mentioned that production is expected to commence next year.
Marvel Studios has reportedly decided on...
- 5/16/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Marvel has successfully wrapped up the first season of their popular comic X-Men ’97, with episode 10 released yesterday. The animated series has been making waves on social media for some time and ignited a flurry of opinions and debates among fans. Not to forget, Beau DeMayo, the creator of this show, also actively kept fans engaged by dropping intriguing tidbits to keep the buzz alive.
Wolverine in X-Men ‘97 (Image via Marvel Studios)
Now, after the exhilarating reception of this action-packed installment, the writer has once again turned to X (formerly known as Twitter) to hype the show. But this time, he made a playful comment about Wolverine and Morph’s relationship, a topic that has sparked much debate among viewers in the past.
X-Men ’97 creator Beau DeMayo takes a jibe at Wolverine and Morph’s friendship
Beau DeMayo recently took to X to share a picture featuring Wolverine and Morph.
Wolverine in X-Men ‘97 (Image via Marvel Studios)
Now, after the exhilarating reception of this action-packed installment, the writer has once again turned to X (formerly known as Twitter) to hype the show. But this time, he made a playful comment about Wolverine and Morph’s relationship, a topic that has sparked much debate among viewers in the past.
X-Men ’97 creator Beau DeMayo takes a jibe at Wolverine and Morph’s friendship
Beau DeMayo recently took to X to share a picture featuring Wolverine and Morph.
- 5/16/2024
- by Shikha Arya
- FandomWire
X-Men 97 Nominated at the Gotham TV Awards, Predicted to Win Emmys - Main Image
The dust has barely settled since the season finale of X-Men ‘97 dropped, yet the accolades have already started to pour in.
The highly-acclaimed animated series is nominated in the Breakthrough Drama Series category at the 2024 Gotham TV Awards, with credit to Beau DeMayo as creator and Victoria Alonso, Louis D’Esposito, Kevin Feige, Brad Winderbaum, and DeMayo as executive producers.
It is up against some serious competition in the category, versus Black Cake, Fallout, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, and The Curse; however, it is worth noting that X-Men ‘97 is the only animated show to get a nomination in this year’s awards.
Nominees for the annual Gotham Awards are selected by a panel of film and television critics, journalists, and festival programmers, with the award ceremony to be held on June 4, 2024.
Related: How Many Seasons Will X-Men '97 Have?...
The dust has barely settled since the season finale of X-Men ‘97 dropped, yet the accolades have already started to pour in.
The highly-acclaimed animated series is nominated in the Breakthrough Drama Series category at the 2024 Gotham TV Awards, with credit to Beau DeMayo as creator and Victoria Alonso, Louis D’Esposito, Kevin Feige, Brad Winderbaum, and DeMayo as executive producers.
It is up against some serious competition in the category, versus Black Cake, Fallout, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, and The Curse; however, it is worth noting that X-Men ‘97 is the only animated show to get a nomination in this year’s awards.
Nominees for the annual Gotham Awards are selected by a panel of film and television critics, journalists, and festival programmers, with the award ceremony to be held on June 4, 2024.
Related: How Many Seasons Will X-Men '97 Have?...
- 5/16/2024
- EpicStream
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