Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

New X-Men Film Focuses on Character Drama, Set for 2028

4/7/2026

37 8 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Lee Sung Jin and Joanna Calo are rewriting the script for Marvel Studios' X-Men film, confirmed by director Jake Schreier.
The collaboration reunites the Beef and The Bear team.
Schreier says the focus is on interpersonal drama and character relationships over spectacle.
The project aims to capture the X-Men comics' essence by blending ideology with personal stakes.
No cast has been announced; the film is slated for 2028.

1 of 1

Story summary

Lee Sung Jin and Joanna Calo are rewriting the script for Marvel Studios' X-Men film, confirmed by director Jake Schreier.
The collaboration reunites the Beef and The Bear team.
Schreier says the focus is on interpersonal drama and character relationships over spectacle.
The project aims to capture the X-Men comics' essence by blending ideology with personal stakes.
No cast has been announced; the film is slated for 2028.