Marvel Studios Confirms New X-Men Movie With Comic-Accurate Designs, New Cast, Director

Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige has confirmed that the upcoming MCU X-Men movie will feature a new cast and embrace more colorful, comic-accurate costumes, moving away from the muted black leather suits of earlier films. The film will be directed by Jake Schreier, who previously helmed Thunderbolts, and is described as a youth-oriented project focusing on mutants who feel like outsiders, staying true to the core themes of the comics. This movie is part of a larger MCU “reset” following the 2027 storyline, introducing fresh interpretations of iconic characters like Professor X, Magneto, Cyclops, and Storm, with some original Fox-era cast members appearing in the 2026 film before roles are recast. Feige emphasized the rich comic legacy of X-Men, highlighting the many sagas available to explore, and the intent to give each character their due as they build a new chapter within the MCU. The screenplay is written by Michael Lesslie, and the film aims to capture the universal story of mutants as young people who feel different and othered, marking a significant new era for the franchise.