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'X-Men '97' Season 2 Trailer Shows It's About Apocalypse Now

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Why This Matters

The upcoming second season of 'X-Men '97' is set to intensify the series' narrative with a focus on Apocalypse, promising fans more action and deeper storylines. This highlights Marvel's continued investment in animated series to expand its superhero universe and engage dedicated audiences. The new season's release on Disney Plus underscores the platform's role in delivering high-quality, serialized content to viewers worldwide.

Key Takeaways

X-Men '97 struck all the right notes when it debuted its first season on Disney Plus in 2024, and the series is coming back to rip up our screens again this summer. Marvel dropped an action-packed new trailer on Wednesday for season 2, and the animated hit will arrive on July 1.

A mutant massacre in season 1 left the X-Men crew in shambles after attacks by Bastion left many dead. Gambit's death was devastating for fans and Rogue, and by the last episode, the heroes were scattered across the past, present and future, with various versions of their nemesis, Apocalypse, looming on the scene. This time, it's all about him -- and he wants to hit them in the timeline where it hurts most.

Wolverine, Storm, Magneto, Nightcrawler, Jean Grey and all the others are down for a new fight when the series is "back, baby!" this July. Between now and then, be sure to stream the first season on Disney Plus.