Marvel Reportedly Sets Up X‑Men to Lead the MCU’s Next Era

The move points to a character‑first reboot that resets the franchise’s center of gravity after its current Avengers arc.

Overview

Multiple entertainment outlets on Thursday reported that Marvel is preparing the X‑Men as its next flagship team, with Jake Schreier reported to direct the first film.
A report from The Cosmic Circus says Marvel is planning a smaller, coming‑of‑age launch built around the original five X‑Men with a few added members.
The same report notes that Wolverine will not appear in the first film, which would shift early focus to Cyclops, Jean Grey, Beast, Angel, and Iceman.
Coverage also points to a gradual rollout of mutants across other titles, including unconfirmed speculation that Sadie Sink could show up as Jean Grey in July’s Spider‑Man: Brand New Day.
The reported strategy tracks with Avengers: Doomsday in 2026 introducing Doctor Doom, played by Robert Downey Jr., ahead of 2027’s Avengers: Secret Wars, which outlets expect to close Phase Six.