The highly anticipated X-Men reboot is generating significant buzz, with rumors suggesting that Colman Domingo and Daisy Edgar-Jones might join the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) as Professor X and Jean Grey, respectively.
### The Rumored Cast
– *Colman Domingo as Professor X*: The talented actor, known for his roles in “Euphoria” and “Sing Sing”, has reportedly caught the attention of Marvel Studios. Domingo has already collaborated with Marvel on the animated series “Spider-Man: Freshman Year”, voicing Norman Osborn. His potential casting as Professor X would mark a significant addition to the MCU.
– *Daisy Edgar-Jones as Jean Grey*: Fresh from her success in “Twisters”, “Where the Crawdads Sing”, and “Normal People”, Edgar-Jones is said to be in the running for the role of Jean Grey. With her proven acting chops, she could bring a fresh perspective to the iconic character.
### Production Details
– *Director:* Jake Schreier, known for “Thunderbolts*”, is set to helm the X-Men reboot.
– *Story Approach:* Marvel Studios is reportedly building the X-Men series around three core characters: Professor X, Cyclops, and Jean Grey. This approach is similar to how the Fantastic Four reboot will focus on Sue Storm.
– *Long-Term Plan:* Kevin Feige has a 10-year plan for the X-Men franchise, hinting at multiple projects, including team-up films, solo outings, and small-screen spin-offs .
### Release and Future Projects
While there’s no confirmed release date for the X-Men reboot, it’s expected to kick off the next Saga of storytelling after “Avengers: Secret Wars”. With the MCU’s history of interconnected storytelling, fans can look forward to seeing how the X-Men fit into the larger universe .
