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Meet the Cast of Marvel's New X-Men

<div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1786788836659775727225_18472839979114219_7913329050751019535_n.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo from @marvel</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>The new cast of <strong><em>X-Men</em></strong> has been unveiled during a major showcase presentation at <strong>D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event</strong>, where <strong></strong>Marvel Studios President <strong>Kevin Feige</strong> pulled back the curtain on the iconic <em>X-Men</em> reboot.</p><p><em></em>In a mind-blowing crossover, the recently released <em><strong>Spider-Man: Brand New Day</strong> </em>introduced us to the new<strong> Jean Grey: </strong><a href="https://metro.style/people/2026/8/11/10-things-you-might-not-know-about-sadie-sink-marvel-s-newest-jean-grey-1440" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Sadie Sink</strong></a><strong></strong>. Now, all eyes are on the rest of the film&#x27;s cast: Christopher Abbott, Kit Connor, Inde Navarrette, Adam Driver, Maya Boyd, and Samara Weaving. </p><p>Together, they are set to bring a fresh spin on some of the franchise’s most iconic mutants on the big screen; the film, directed by <strong>Jake Schreier</strong>, is slated for theatrical release on <strong>May 5, 2028</strong>. </p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1786789118683new cast of x men reboot marvel.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo from @marvel</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Make way for the new mutants: </strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Sadie Sink as Jean Grey</strong></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1786789218984sadie sink as jean grey.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><div><br/></div><ul><li id="isPasted"><p><strong>The Character: </strong>One of the most powerful telepaths and telekinetics in the Marvel Universe, Jean Grey is a foundational pillar of the X-Men whose narrative often flirts with cosmic power.</p></li><li><p><strong>The Actor: </strong>Widely recognized for her standout, emotional performances in <em><strong>Stranger Things</strong></em>, Sadie, 24, officially steps into the mutant spotlight following her introduction as Jean Grey in <em>Spider-Man: Brand New Day</em>. She also earned nods of approval for projects like the psychological drama <em><strong>The Whale</strong></em><strong></strong>,<strong></strong> which premiered at the 79th Venice International Film Festival and gave her a Rising Star Award from the SCAD Savannah Film Festival, and the drama film <em>Dear Zoe</em>, which earned her the Best Performance in a Feature Film (Youth) award at the Woods Hole Film Festival.<em></em><em></em></p></li></ul><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Kit Connor as Scott Summers / Cyclops</strong></div><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1786789596155Kit Connor as Cyclops.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><div><br/></div><ul><li id="isPasted" style="line-height:1.15 !important;margin-top:0px !important"><p><strong>The Character: </strong>The tactical field leader of the X-Men, Cyclops possesses the mutant ability to emit powerful, ruby-quartz-controlled optic blasts from his eyes.  </p></li><li style="line-height:1.15 !important;margin-top:0px !important"><p><strong>The Actor: </strong>British actor Kit Connor, 22, is <span>well known for his breakout lead role in the Netflix teen series <em><strong>Heartstopper</strong></em><strong></strong>,<strong></strong> as well as for </span>projects like <strong><em>Warfare</em></strong><em></em><em>. </em>With his experience so far on the small and big screens and even onstage, there is no doubt he&#x27;ll be able to <em></em><em></em><strong><em></em></strong>bring a compelling presence to the team’s core leader.  </p></li></ul><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Christopher Abbott as Professor Charles Xavier</strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1786789895155Christopher Abbott as Professor Charles Xavier.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><div><br/></div><ul><li id="isPasted"><p><strong>The Character:</strong> The visionary telepath, geneticist, and founder of the Xavier School for Gifted Youngsters, Professor X fights tirelessly for peaceful coexistence between humans and mutants.</p></li><li><p><strong>The Actor:</strong> Known for intense, acclaimed dramatic work in projects like <strong><em>Girls</em></strong> and <em><strong>James White</strong></em>, Christopher takes over the iconic mantle of the team&#x27;s philosophical mentor. This 40-year-old actor also has an extensive body of work in theater, and recently, he received several acting nominations for the stage play &quot;<strong>Death of a Salesman</strong>.&quot;</p></li></ul><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Samara Weaving as Emma Frost<br/></strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1786790009658Samara Weaving as Emma Frost.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><div><br/></div><ul><li id="isPasted" style="line-height:1.15 !important;margin-top:0px !important"><p><strong>The Character: </strong>Also known as the White Queen, Emma Frost is a formidable telepath possessing a secondary mutation that allows her to turn her entire body into organic diamond.  </p></li><li style="line-height:1.15 !important;margin-top:0px !important"><p><strong>The Actor:</strong> 34-year-old Australian actress Samara Weaving, celebrated for her standout turns in genre and drama hits like <strong><em>Ready or Not</em></strong>, <strong><em>Scream VI</em></strong>, and <em><strong>Nine Perfect Strangers</strong></em>, is expected to bring a sharp, commanding energy to the role.</p></li></ul><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Inde Navarrette as Rogue</strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1786790160637Inde Navarrette as Rogue.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></strong></div><ul><li id="isPasted"><p><strong>The Character:</strong> A beloved mutant whose touch involuntarily absorbs the memories, life force, and powers of anyone she skin-to-skin contacts, making physical connection a tragic challenge.</p></li><li><p><strong>The Actor: </strong>Inde, 25, h<strong></strong>as quickly become one of Hollywood&#x27;s most sought-after young stars following her gripping performance in the horror-thriller <strong><em>Obsessed</em></strong>. She is also known for projects like Netflix&#x27;s <em><strong>13 Reasons Why</strong> </em>and The CW&#x27;s <em><strong>Superman &amp; Lois</strong></em>.<em></em><em></em></p></li></ul><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Maya Boyd as Storm</strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1786790369699Maya Boyd as Storm.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><div><br/></div><ul><li id="isPasted"><p><strong>The Character: </strong>Ororo Munroe / Storm is a powerful omega-level mutant with the innate ability to control all weather patterns and atmospheric conditions, historically revered across various cultures as a goddess.</p></li><li><p><strong>The Actor:</strong> Rising talent Maya Boyd joins the ensemble to portray one of the most majestic and powerful heroes in comic book history. The 23-year-old actress, who debuted on Broadway with the musical &quot;<strong>Merrily We Roll Along</strong>&quot; and also played Juliet Capulet in the Broadway production of <em><strong>&amp; Juliet</strong></em>,<em><strong></strong></em> marks her film debut in the <em>X-Men </em>reboot.<em></em><em></em><em></em></p></li></ul><div><br/></div><p>Photos from <strong>@marvel</strong></p>

<p>Here is a breakdown of the newly announced actors and the iconic Marvel characters they will be bringing to life.</p>

Here is a breakdown of the newly announced actors and the iconic Marvel characters they will be bringing to life.

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