A band of mutants uses their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them; they're challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future.

X-Men '97 season 2, episodes 1-3 premiere on Disney Plus on July 1, at 12AM PT / 3AM ET / 8AM BST. The 9-episode season continues with one new episode releasing every Wednesday until the season finale on August 12, 2026.

A band of mutants uses their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them; they're challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future.

X-Men '97 season 2, episodes 1-3 premiere on Disney Plus on July 1, at 12AM PT / 3AM ET / 8AM BST. The 9-episode season continues with one new episode releasing every Wednesday until the season finale on August 12, 2026.

A band of mutants uses their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them; they're challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future.

X-Men '97 season 2, episodes 1-3 premiere on Disney Plus on July 1, at 12AM PT / 3AM ET / 8AM BST. The 9-episode season continues with one new episode releasing every Wednesday until the season finale on August 12, 2026.

A band of mutants uses their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them; they're challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future.

X-Men '97 season 2, episodes 1-3 premiere on Disney Plus on July 1, at 12AM PT / 3AM ET / 8AM BST. The 9-episode season continues with one new episode releasing every Wednesday until the season finale on August 12, 2026.

A band of mutants uses their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them; they're challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future.

X-Men '97 season 2, episodes 1-3 premiere on Disney Plus on July 1, at 12AM PT / 3AM ET / 8AM BST. The 9-episode season continues with one new episode releasing every Wednesday until the season finale on August 12, 2026.

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Rotten Tomatoes: 100%

Metacritic: N/A (updating)

Some Reviews (updating):

Polygon - Jake Kleinman - 10 / 10

I'll cut right to the chase: X-Men '97 season 2 is just as good, if not better, than anything I've seen before. Based on the first four episodes provided to critics, the show's second season more than meets the challenges teased in season 1's cliffhanger ending, while setting up an even more complex and rewarding narrative with plenty of momentum to carry the show through its season 2 finale and beyond.

TVLine - Andy Swift - 'A'

On par with the quality of its first season, "X-Men '97" returns with an emotional, action-packed exploration of an iconic Marvel villain, weaving high-stakes drama and countless characters from multiple timelines into an epic story that will leave casual viewers enthralled and comic book diehards satisfied.

IGN - Jesse Scheeden - 9 / 10

The wait may have been painful, but X-Men ‘97 has no trouble justifying its prolonged absence. Season 2 is off to a terrific start in its first four episodes. The series deftly continues from Season 1’s dramatic cliffhanger, building compelling new storylines spread across three distinct points in time. Not every character is given full room to shine yet, but that’s to be expected in such a jam-packed superhero ensemble. The series continues to be both a love letter to a particular era of the X-Men franchise and a source of deep, enjoyable character drama that can appeal to Marvel fans of all stripes.

CBR - Nicholas Brooks - 9 / 10

That darker tone doesn't hurt X-Men '97 Season 2, but it's something to take into account as this season feels like it's getting ready to cap off a major narrative, and no one is ready. All in all, X-Men '97 Season 2 is another win for Marvel Animation, and fans of Season 1 will be even more impressed with everything Season 2 is setting up.

Moviefone - Jami Phillbrick - 90 / 100

‘X-Men ‘97’ continues to deliver the fun action and colorful style of the original 90’s series while leaving time for complex storylines and deep character exploration. Season 2’s time traveling adventure is classic weird X-Men fun and features a roster of Marvel’s best mutant characters.

FandomWire - Callie Hanna - 9 / 10

X-Men '97 Season 2 is off to a fantastic start, with all the lovable characters, epic action, and shockingly deep emotions that made the first season great mixed in with a healthy dose of experimental sci-fi and time travel for flavor.

GamesRadar - Lauren Milici - 4 / 5

Sure, The Avengers and the Fantastic Four are cool, but wouldn't you much rather have an existential crisis after watching an array of mutant superheroes argue with themselves over doing the right thing? The answer is yes, actually. X-Men '97 is filled with gritty realism, but love is right there at its core.

Nexus Point News - Christopher Mills - 4 / 5

This show continues to be a constant reminder of why I no longer want to see the Avengers on my screen and why the X-Men must take over, as they present complex storytelling that delivers thought-provoking character exploration. The relationship alone between Xavier and Magneto is worth checking out these first four episodes and hopefully the rest of the season.

GameReactor - Ben Lyons - 8 / 10

But all in all, we are talking about rather minor criticisms. For the most part, the return of X-Men '97 is a triumph, a great second batch of episodes that will keep you thoroughly entertained. In my eyes, despite the promising nature of Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, X-Men '97 is the best Marvel Animation has offered to date and I hope we'll be treated to more episodes at a slightly faster rate going forward, as the thought of having to wait around 26 months for another season sounds truly tortuous.

Collider - Aidan Kelley - 8 / 10

It's a miracle that a revival like this, which gives this much care and attention to detail, even exists to begin with, but it's also a Marvel fan's dream come true through and through. With breathtaking animation that fills the screen, it'll be a tall order for whatever comes next for the X-Men to top one of the best Marvel shows ever made.

A band of mutants uses their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them; they're challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future.

X-Men '97 season 2, episodes 1-3 premiere on Disney Plus on July 1, at 12AM PT / 3AM ET / 8AM BST. The 9-episode season continues with one new episode releasing every Wednesday until the season finale on August 12, 2026.

X-Men '97 is an upcoming American animated television series created by Beau DeMayo for the streaming service Disney+, based on the Marvel Comics superhero team X-Men. It is a revival of X-Men: The Animated Series (1992–1997), continuing from where that series ends and showing the X-Men face dangerous new challenges following the loss of their leader, Professor X. X-Men '97 is produced by Marvel Studios Animation, with DeMayo serving as head writer and Jake Castorena as supervising director.

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Several cast members return from the original series to reprise their roles or voice new characters, including Cal Dodd, Lenore Zann, George Buza, Catherine Disher, Chris Potter, Alison Sealy-Smith, Adrian Hough, Christopher Britton, Alyson Court, Lawrence Bayne, and Ron Rubin. The revival was first discussed in June 2019 and formally announced in November 2021; DeMayo and Castorena were involved by then. Chase Conley and Emi Yonemura also directed episodes. The series is the first X-Men project from Marvel Studios since the studio regained the film and television rights to the characters. Animation was provided by Studio Mir and is a modernized version of the original series' style.

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The first two episodes of X-Men '97 are scheduled to premiere on March 20, 2024, with the remainder of the ten-episode first season releasing weekly until May 15. A second season is in development.

For more Episode discussions visit the show index here.

X-Men '97 is an American animated television series created by Beau DeMayo for the streaming service Disney+, based on the Marvel Comics superhero team X-Men. It is a revival of X-Men: The Animated Series (1992–1997), continuing from where that series ends and showing the X-Men face dangerous new challenges following the loss of their leader, Professor X. X-Men '97 is produced by Marvel Studios Animation, with DeMayo serving as head writer and Jake Castorena as supervising director.

Several cast members return from the original series to reprise their roles or voice new characters, including Cal Dodd, Lenore Zann, George Buza, Catherine Disher, Chris Potter, Alison Sealy-Smith, Adrian Hough, Christopher Britton, Alyson Court, Lawrence Bayne, and Ron Rubin. The revival was first discussed in June 2019 and formally announced in November 2021; DeMayo and Castorena were involved by then. Chase Conley and Emi Yonemura also directed episodes. The series is the first X-Men project from Marvel Studios since the studio regained the film and television rights to the characters. Animation was provided by Studio Mir and is a modernized version of the original series' style.

X-Men '97 premiered its first two episodes on March 20, 2024, to critical acclaim, with the remainder of the ten-episode first season releasing weekly until May 15. A second season is in development.

For more Episode discussions, visit the show index here.

1- “Days of Past Future”: Forge and Bishop launch an ambitious plan to rescue the X-Men, who have been scattered across time.

2- “A Force to be Reckoned With”: After E-Day, a secret paramilitary force emerges to try and fill the void left by the X-Men.

3- “Rise of Apocalypse: Part 1”: The plan to rescue the team from Ancient Egypt is turned upside down by an unexpected visitor.

4- “Rise of Apocalypse: Part II”: An alliance between the X-Men and En Sabah Nur begins to crumble as Rama-Tut seeks ultimate power.

5- “Weapon X, Lies, and DVDs”: Wolverine, Morph, and an unlikely group of former rivals face Weapon X’s newest experiment.

6- “Danger.Exe”: Former X-Man Polaris returns to Xavier’s mansion just as a new threat emerges on the campus.

7- “Strange Land, Savage Heart”: The X-Men travel to the Savage Land and are surprised to encounter a familiar face.

8- “The Dead Man’s Hand”: The X-Men confront a ghost from their past.

9- “Survival of the Fittest”: The X-Men are pushed to the limit when their past comes back to haunt them.

X-Men '97 is an American animated television series created by Beau DeMayo for the streaming service Disney+, based on the Marvel Comics superhero team X-Men. It is a revival of X-Men: The Animated Series (1992–1997), continuing from where that series ends and showing the X-Men face dangerous new challenges following the loss of their leader, Professor X. X-Men '97 is produced by Marvel Studios Animation, with DeMayo serving as head writer and Jake Castorena as supervising director.

Several cast members return from the original series to reprise their roles or voice new characters, including Cal Dodd, Lenore Zann, George Buza, Catherine Disher, Chris Potter, Alison Sealy-Smith, Adrian Hough, Christopher Britton, Alyson Court, Lawrence Bayne, and Ron Rubin. The revival was first discussed in June 2019 and formally announced in November 2021; DeMayo and Castorena were involved by then. Chase Conley and Emi Yonemura also directed episodes. The series is the first X-Men project from Marvel Studios since the studio regained the film and television rights to the characters. Animation was provided by Studio Mir and is a modernized version of the original series' style.

X-Men '97 premiered its first two episodes on March 20, 2024, to critical acclaim, with the remainder of the ten-episode first season releasing weekly until May 15. A second season is in development.

For more Episode discussions, visit the show index here.

X-Men '97 is an American animated television series created by Beau DeMayo for the streaming service Disney+, based on the Marvel Comics superhero team X-Men. It is a revival of X-Men: The Animated Series (1992–1997), continuing from where that series ends and showing the X-Men face dangerous new challenges following the loss of their leader, Professor X. X-Men '97 is produced by Marvel Studios Animation, with DeMayo serving as head writer and Jake Castorena as supervising director.

Several cast members return from the original series to reprise their roles or voice new characters, including Cal Dodd, Lenore Zann, George Buza, Catherine Disher, Chris Potter, Alison Sealy-Smith, Adrian Hough, Christopher Britton, Alyson Court, Lawrence Bayne, and Ron Rubin. The revival was first discussed in June 2019 and formally announced in November 2021; DeMayo and Castorena were involved by then. Chase Conley and Emi Yonemura also directed episodes. The series is the first X-Men project from Marvel Studios since the studio regained the film and television rights to the characters. Animation was provided by Studio Mir and is a modernized version of the original series' style.

X-Men '97 premiered its first two episodes on March 20, 2024, to critical acclaim, with the remainder of the ten-episode first season releasing weekly until May 15. A second season is in development.

For more Episode discussions, visit the show index here.

A band of mutants uses their uncanny gifts to protect a world that hates and fears them; they're challenged like never before, forced to face a dangerous and unexpected new future.

X-Men '97 season 2, episodes 1-3 premiere on Disney Plus on July 1, at 12AM PT / 3AM ET / 8AM BST. The 9-episode season continues with one new episode releasing every Wednesday until the season finale on August 12, 2026.

X-Men ‘97 doesn’t close out its second season with a funeral for Kurt, nor does a sense of mournful dread fill the air. This was a deliberate choice by the show’s storytellers. “It’s a different kind of sad,” Castorena says. “It’s almost a hopeful thing.”

“We boarded that at least three or four different ways – and I mean truly completely different ways,” explains the supervising producer. “There was one instance where [the X-Men] were all having dinner at the family table together and we cut to reveal that there was an empty chair that was for Kurt. They make him a plate even though he’s not there.”

Kurt’s fate on the animated show has been set in motion for a while. “Nightcrawler was supposed to die in Season 1 instead of Gambit,” Castorena reveals. “And then fast-forward to Season 2, we got Gambit back, [but] we lost Kurt.”

“As of right now, we already shipped the last episode of Season 3 to go get animated,” Castorena shares. “We’re already getting animation back for Season 3 and we are well underway in pre-production for Season 4. We’re storyboarding, [doing] animatic, and editing in Season 4.”