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X-Men Reboot: Page & McAvoy Praise New Casting Plans

10/13/2025

Summary

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At New York Comic Con, Elliot Page (actor) and James McAvoy (actor) discussed Marvel’s recasting plans for the X-Men.
Page stated, "They sound fantastic," expressing optimism about new cast members.
McAvoy praised Colman Domingo (actor) as a strong candidate for Professor X.
Kevin Feige (Marvel Studios head) confirmed X-Men will be recast after Avengers: Secret Wars, calling it a youth-focused reboot.
Jake Schreier (director) is set to direct the reboot.

History

Historical Context

The 2000 release of the original X-Men film revitalized superhero cinema, leading to Marvel Studios producing over 30 films and grossing over $11 billion. Following Disney's acquisition of 21st Century Fox in 2019, Marvel took control of the X-Men franchise, prompting a strategic reboot aimed at engaging younger audiences and reflecting diverse narratives, as seen with actors like Colman Domingo.

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Story summary

At New York Comic Con, Elliot Page (actor) and James McAvoy (actor) discussed Marvel’s recasting plans for the X-Men.
Page stated, "They sound fantastic," expressing optimism about new cast members.
McAvoy praised Colman Domingo (actor) as a strong candidate for Professor X.
Kevin Feige (Marvel Studios head) confirmed X-Men will be recast after Avengers: Secret Wars, calling it a youth-focused reboot.
Jake Schreier (director) is set to direct the reboot.

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