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Marvel Launches X-Men ’97 Season 2, Apocalypse Dominates Eras

6/14/2026

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Summary

X-Men Return

Marvel released the second season of X-Men ’97, following its 2024 debut.
The season spans ancient Egypt, a future ruled by Apocalypse, and present day.
Apocalypse, voiced by Ross Marquand then Adetokumboh M'Cormack, links the eras as the central villain.
Bishop, Forge, Jubilee and Cable protect human-mutant coexistence.
Critics note the series honors its original fan base while exploring darker storylines.

Summary

X-Men Battle

The season’s animation is fluid, colorful and dynamic, adding fresh visual variety across eras.
Episode 1 opens with a battle that uses fog and ethereal lighting to heighten atmosphere.
Veteran voice actors Cal Dodd, George Buza and Lenore Zann join newcomers Ray Chase and Jennifer Hale.
A fan poll on the series’ site asks viewers which villain—Apocalypse, Immortus, Exodus, Danger or Emma Frost—they’re most excited to see.

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X-Men Return

Marvel released the second season of X-Men ’97, following its 2024 debut.
The season spans ancient Egypt, a future ruled by Apocalypse, and present day.
Apocalypse, voiced by Ross Marquand then Adetokumboh M'Cormack, links the eras as the central villain.
Bishop, Forge, Jubilee and Cable protect human-mutant coexistence.
Critics note the series honors its original fan base while exploring darker storylines.

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