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Geek Vibes Nation
a day ago
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- Geek Vibes Nation
Ranking All 14 ‘X-Men' Movies (2000-2024): A 25-Year Mutant Journey
Twenty-five years ago, on July 14, 2000, 'X-Men' burst onto the big screen, kicking off a superhero revolution. Directed by Bryan Singer, it traded comic-book spandex for sleek leather and introduced us to a world where mutants fought for acceptance. Hugh Jackman's Wolverine, Patrick Stewart's Professor X, and Ian McKellen's Magneto became icons, setting the stage for a sprawling, sometimes messy, but always heartfelt franchise. As we celebrate this milestone, let's rank all 14 X-Men films, from the game-changing originals to the irreverent Deadpool spinoffs, with fun facts and fresh insights. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a casual viewer, join me on this mutant-filled ride! 14. X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009) Director: Gavin Hood | Rotten Tomatoes: 37% | Box Office: $373M Let's start with the low point. 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' tried to unpack Logan's backstory but stumbled hard. The film's heart is in the right place, with Hugh Jackman's charisma carrying a convoluted tale of his rivalry with Sabretooth (Liev Schreiber) and the Weapon X program. But it's infamous for botching Deadpool—sewing Ryan Reynolds' 'Merc with the Mouth' shut! A leaked, unfinished cut didn't help its reputation, and the overstuffed plot feels like a comic book fever dream gone wrong. Recent Reviews: Critics on X call it a 'disappointment' that 'flattens' Wolverine's mystique by overexplaining his past. Fans still wince at the CGI claws and Gambit's (Taylor Kitsch) brief, accent-less cameo. Fun Fact: The film's production was so chaotic that it had 11 writers, including David Benioff, and suffered from a writers' strike. Ryan Reynolds improvised most of his lines as Deadpool before the character was altered in post-production. 13. The New Mutants (2020) Director: Josh Boone | Rotten Tomatoes: 36% | Box Office: $49M This horror-tinged spinoff aimed to reinvent the X-Men as a teen thriller, following young mutants like Magik (Anya Taylor-Joy) trapped in a creepy facility. It's ambitious but feels disconnected from the franchise, with a thin plot and production delays that dulled its edge. Fans appreciate the cast but lament its lack of X-Men spirit. Recent Reviews: Reviews note its 'quiet' approach but call it forgettable, while X posts lament its wasted potential, especially after years of reshoots. Fun Fact: Originally planned as a trilogy, 'The New Mutants' was delayed by Disney's acquisition of Fox, and its horror elements were toned down to fit a PG-13 rating. 12. Dark Phoenix (2019) Director: Simon Kinberg | Rotten Tomatoes: 22% | Box Office: $252M The second attempt at the 'Dark Phoenix Saga' sees Jean Grey (Sophie Turner) consumed by a cosmic force. Despite a talented cast, including James McAvoy and Michael Fassbender, it feels rushed and small-scale for such an epic story. The alien villains (led by a bland Jessica Chastain) and production woes didn't help. Recent Reviews: Critics call it a 'forgettable shrug,' and fans on X agree, citing a weak script and lackluster CGI as reasons it's a disappointing finale. Fun Fact: The film's climax was reshot to avoid similarities with another superhero movie, and the alien race was changed from Skrulls to D'Bari to fit MCU plans. 11. X-Men: Apocalypse (2016) Director: Bryan Singer | Rotten Tomatoes: 47% | Box Office: $543M Oscar Isaac as the ancient mutant Apocalypse should've been a slam dunk, but the film overreaches with a bloated cast and generic world-ending stakes. The Quicksilver (Evan Peters) slow-motion scene is a highlight, but the story lacks the emotional depth of earlier entries. Recent Reviews: Reviews call it a 'guilty pleasure' for its weirdness, but fans on X criticize its reliance on CGI over character development. Fun Fact: Isaac spent hours in prosthetics to play Apocalypse, only to have his performance muted by heavy makeup and a script that gave him little to do. 10. X-Men: The Last Stand (2006) Director: Brett Ratner | Rotten Tomatoes: 57% | Box Office: $459M The original trilogy's finale tackles the 'Dark Phoenix Saga' and a mutant cure, but it's a chaotic mess. Jean Grey (Famke Janssen) kills off major characters, and the plot juggles too many threads. Still, moments like Kitty Pryde (Elliot Page) and Beast (Kelsey Grammer) shine. Recent Reviews: Fans praise its action but call it 'overstuffed,' while recent X posts defend its bold swings despite the flaws. Fun Fact: Director Brett Ratner was a last-minute replacement after Matthew Vaughn and Bryan Singer left, leading to a rushed production. 9. The Wolverine (2013) Director: James Mangold | Rotten Tomatoes: 71% | Box Office: $414M Logan's Japan-set adventure strips him of his healing factor, offering a fresh take on the character. Hugh Jackman shines, but the third act veers into generic action with a clunky Silver Samurai. It's a solid solo outing but lacks the depth of later spinoffs. Recent Reviews: Critics call it a 'character-driven story' undermined by a 'bizarre corporate conspiracy,' reflecting mixed fan sentiment on X. Fun Fact: The film's bullet train fight was shot using a real train in Japan, with CGI enhancing the high-speed chaos. 8. Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) Director: Shawn Levy | Rotten Tomatoes: 78% | Box Office: $1.3B+ The MCU's first X-Men film is a multiversal romp with Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool and Hugh Jackman's Wolverine teaming up to save Wade's timeline. It's a cameo-filled blast with raucous humor, but its reliance on Marvel lore and weaker story depth keep it from the top tier. See also 'Superman': DC's $225M Gamble To Save The DCU Recent Reviews: Reviews praise its 'tons of fun' but note it's 'bloated' compared to earlier Deadpool films. Fans on X love the nostalgia but want clearer MCU mutant plans. Fun Fact: Jackman finally wears Wolverine's iconic yellow suit, a nod to the comics that fans waited 24 years to see! 7. Deadpool 2 (2018) Director: David Leitch | Rotten Tomatoes: 84% | Box Office: $785M Bigger and bloodier, 'Deadpool 2' amps up the action with Cable (Josh Brolin) and Domino (Zazie Beetz). It's hilarious but loses some of the first film's heart, leaning hard into meta-jokes. The X-Force team's ill-fated mission is comedy gold. Recent Reviews: Critics note it's 'crasser and funnier' but less fresh, while X posts call it a 'fun time' despite its bloat. Fun Fact: The film's 'Once Upon a Deadpool' PG-13 cut added a framing device with Deadpool kidnapping Fred Savage, parodying 'The Princess Bride'. 6. X-Men (2000) Director: Bryan Singer | Rotten Tomatoes: 82% | Box Office: $296M The one that started it all. 'X-Men' introduced mutants to a post-Matrix world, with grounded themes of prejudice and stellar casting. Jackman's Wolverine and McKellen's Magneto steal the show, though the third act feels dated. It's a landmark for superhero films. Recent Reviews: Fans praise its 'sharp narrative focus' but note outdated effects, while X posts celebrate its 25th anniversary with nostalgia. Fun Fact: Russell Crowe turned down Wolverine, recommending Jackman, who was initially rejected for being 'too tall' at 6'2″ compared to the comic's 5'3″ Logan. 5. Deadpool (2016) Director: Tim Miller | Rotten Tomatoes: 83% | Box Office: $782M Ryan Reynolds' passion project redefined R-rated superhero films. 'Deadpool' is a foul-mouthed, fourth-wall-breaking riot with a surprisingly sweet romance between Wade and Vanessa (Morena Baccarin). Its lean story and irreverence make it endlessly rewatchable. Recent Reviews: Critics call it the best Deadpool film for its 'sincere stakes,' and fans on X still quote its one-liners. Fun Fact: The film's $58M budget was tiny compared to other superhero films, forcing creative solutions like using practical effects for Colossus.
Geek Vibes Nation
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Vibes Nation
Ranking All 14 'X-Men' Movies (2000-2024): A 25-Year Mutant Journey
Twenty-five years ago, on July 14, 2000, 'X-Men' burst onto the big screen, kicking off a superhero revolution. Directed by Bryan Singer, it traded comic-book spandex for sleek leather and introduced us to a world where mutants fought for acceptance. Hugh Jackman's Wolverine, Patrick Stewart's Professor X, and Ian McKellen's Magneto became icons, setting the stage for a sprawling, sometimes messy, but always heartfelt franchise. As we celebrate this milestone, let's rank all 14 X-Men films, from the game-changing originals to the irreverent Deadpool spinoffs, with fun facts and fresh insights. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a casual viewer, join me on this mutant-filled ride! 14. X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009) Director: Gavin Hood | Rotten Tomatoes: 37% | Box Office: $373M Let's start with the low point. 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine' tried to unpack Logan's backstory but stumbled hard. The film's heart is in the right place, with Hugh Jackman's charisma carrying a convoluted tale of his rivalry with Sabretooth (Liev Schreiber) and the Weapon X program. But it's infamous for botching Deadpool—sewing Ryan Reynolds' 'Merc with the Mouth' shut! A leaked, unfinished cut didn't help its reputation, and the overstuffed plot feels like a comic book fever dream gone wrong. Recent Reviews: Critics on X call it a 'disappointment' that 'flattens' Wolverine's mystique by overexplaining his past. Fans still wince at the CGI claws and Gambit's (Taylor Kitsch) brief, accent-less cameo. Fun Fact: The film's production was so chaotic that it had 11 writers, including David Benioff, and suffered from a writers' strike. Ryan Reynolds improvised most of his lines as Deadpool before the character was altered in post-production. 13. The New Mutants (2020) Director: Josh Boone | Rotten Tomatoes: 36% | Box Office: $49M This horror-tinged spinoff aimed to reinvent the X-Men as a teen thriller, following young mutants like Magik (Anya Taylor-Joy) trapped in a creepy facility. It's ambitious but feels disconnected from the franchise, with a thin plot and production delays that dulled its edge. Fans appreciate the cast but lament its lack of X-Men spirit. Recent Reviews: Reviews note its 'quiet' approach but call it forgettable, while X posts lament its wasted potential, especially after years of reshoots. Fun Fact: Originally planned as a trilogy, 'The New Mutants' was delayed by Disney's acquisition of Fox, and its horror elements were toned down to fit a PG-13 rating. 12. Dark Phoenix (2019) Director: Simon Kinberg | Rotten Tomatoes: 22% | Box Office: $252M The second attempt at the 'Dark Phoenix Saga' sees Jean Grey (Sophie Turner) consumed by a cosmic force. Despite a talented cast, including James McAvoy and Michael Fassbender, it feels rushed and small-scale for such an epic story. The alien villains (led by a bland Jessica Chastain) and production woes didn't help. Recent Reviews: Critics call it a 'forgettable shrug,' and fans on X agree, citing a weak script and lackluster CGI as reasons it's a disappointing finale. Fun Fact: The film's climax was reshot to avoid similarities with another superhero movie, and the alien race was changed from Skrulls to D'Bari to fit MCU plans. 11. X-Men: Apocalypse (2016) Director: Bryan Singer | Rotten Tomatoes: 47% | Box Office: $543M Oscar Isaac as the ancient mutant Apocalypse should've been a slam dunk, but the film overreaches with a bloated cast and generic world-ending stakes. The Quicksilver (Evan Peters) slow-motion scene is a highlight, but the story lacks the emotional depth of earlier entries. Recent Reviews: Reviews call it a 'guilty pleasure' for its weirdness, but fans on X criticize its reliance on CGI over character development. Fun Fact: Isaac spent hours in prosthetics to play Apocalypse, only to have his performance muted by heavy makeup and a script that gave him little to do. 10. X-Men: The Last Stand (2006) Director: Brett Ratner | Rotten Tomatoes: 57% | Box Office: $459M The original trilogy's finale tackles the 'Dark Phoenix Saga' and a mutant cure, but it's a chaotic mess. Jean Grey (Famke Janssen) kills off major characters, and the plot juggles too many threads. Still, moments like Kitty Pryde (Elliot Page) and Beast (Kelsey Grammer) shine. Recent Reviews: Fans praise its action but call it 'overstuffed,' while recent X posts defend its bold swings despite the flaws. Fun Fact: Director Brett Ratner was a last-minute replacement after Matthew Vaughn and Bryan Singer left, leading to a rushed production. 9. The Wolverine (2013) Director: James Mangold | Rotten Tomatoes: 71% | Box Office: $414M Logan's Japan-set adventure strips him of his healing factor, offering a fresh take on the character. Hugh Jackman shines, but the third act veers into generic action with a clunky Silver Samurai. It's a solid solo outing but lacks the depth of later spinoffs. Recent Reviews: Critics call it a 'character-driven story' undermined by a 'bizarre corporate conspiracy,' reflecting mixed fan sentiment on X. Fun Fact: The film's bullet train fight was shot using a real train in Japan, with CGI enhancing the high-speed chaos. 8. Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) Director: Shawn Levy | Rotten Tomatoes: 78% | Box Office: $1.3B+ The MCU's first X-Men film is a multiversal romp with Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool and Hugh Jackman's Wolverine teaming up to save Wade's timeline. It's a cameo-filled blast with raucous humor, but its reliance on Marvel lore and weaker story depth keep it from the top tier. See also 'Superman': DC's $225M Gamble To Save The DCU Recent Reviews: Reviews praise its 'tons of fun' but note it's 'bloated' compared to earlier Deadpool films. Fans on X love the nostalgia but want clearer MCU mutant plans. Fun Fact: Jackman finally wears Wolverine's iconic yellow suit, a nod to the comics that fans waited 24 years to see! 7. Deadpool 2 (2018) Director: David Leitch | Rotten Tomatoes: 84% | Box Office: $785M Bigger and bloodier, 'Deadpool 2' amps up the action with Cable (Josh Brolin) and Domino (Zazie Beetz). It's hilarious but loses some of the first film's heart, leaning hard into meta-jokes. The X-Force team's ill-fated mission is comedy gold. Recent Reviews: Critics note it's 'crasser and funnier' but less fresh, while X posts call it a 'fun time' despite its bloat. Fun Fact: The film's 'Once Upon a Deadpool' PG-13 cut added a framing device with Deadpool kidnapping Fred Savage, parodying 'The Princess Bride'. 6. X-Men (2000) Director: Bryan Singer | Rotten Tomatoes: 82% | Box Office: $296M The one that started it all. 'X-Men' introduced mutants to a post-Matrix world, with grounded themes of prejudice and stellar casting. Jackman's Wolverine and McKellen's Magneto steal the show, though the third act feels dated. It's a landmark for superhero films. Recent Reviews: Fans praise its 'sharp narrative focus' but note outdated effects, while X posts celebrate its 25th anniversary with nostalgia. Fun Fact: Russell Crowe turned down Wolverine, recommending Jackman, who was initially rejected for being 'too tall' at 6'2″ compared to the comic's 5'3″ Logan. 5. Deadpool (2016) Director: Tim Miller | Rotten Tomatoes: 83% | Box Office: $782M Ryan Reynolds' passion project redefined R-rated superhero films. 'Deadpool' is a foul-mouthed, fourth-wall-breaking riot with a surprisingly sweet romance between Wade and Vanessa (Morena Baccarin). Its lean story and irreverence make it endlessly rewatchable. Recent Reviews: Critics call it the best Deadpool film for its 'sincere stakes,' and fans on X still quote its one-liners. Fun Fact: The film's $58M budget was tiny compared to other superhero films, forcing creative solutions like using practical effects for Colossus.
Geek Tyrant
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Kevin Feige Confirms Marvel's Next Big Move and Teases Three More Phases Coming — GeekTyrant
The Marvel Cinematic Universe is far from slowing down. If you thought Avengers: Secret Wars would be the end of an era, you're right, but it's also just the beginning of the next big chapter. Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige has confirmed that the studio is already hard at work mapping out the future of the MCU, and it's going to be massive. Feige recently revealed that Marvel isn't just planning the next phase, they're planning an entire saga. For those keeping track, that means three more phases are on the way. Feige said: 'I mean, we're working on the next… A saga's three phases, so we're working on the next three right now. But really, the first one of the next saga is directly impacted by what we're doing right now with these movies and Secret Wars.' So, where does that leave us? The current Multiverse Saga wraps with Avengers: Secret Wars in 2027, and according to Feige, Marvel has a seven-year plan that stretches all the way to 2032. That means Phase 7, and probably beyond, is already being sketched out behind the scenes. This long-term roadmap likely includes major projects fans have been waiting for, like the introduction of the X-Men into the MCU. One of the biggest questions fans have had is whether all those Multiverse Saga post-credit teases, like Harry Styles as Eros and the debut of Hercules, will pay off. Feige addressed this saying: 'There are plans for some and there are opportunities for all. It's about finding what the right… what the right moment is. Some maybe we'll never see again. 'Some maybe we'll see soon. Some maybe it'll be like Tim Blake Nelson, you know, 17 years in between. Who knows? 'What I love about it is it's as much about the actors as it is about the characters. It's as much about our enthusiasm, excitement to work with those actors, which is how almost all those came about, but to see where they go. 'But we will not alter a storyline just to include them simply because they have been seen in the past.' So, just because a character pops up in a post-credit scene doesn't mean they're guaranteed a major role anytime soon. Marvel is prioritizing story over fan service? But, they introduced them in the first place, so it's their own fault that these characters are just left hanging. Feige also touched on something that will make longtime fans raise an eyebrow: recasting classic characters like Iron Man. While it's not happening tomorrow, the idea is very much on the table: Marvel wants these iconic characters to live on, even if that means new actors stepping into legendary roles. Whether that happens in the next saga or way down the line remains to be seen, but it's clear Marvel sees the MCU as an ever-evolving universe rather than a closed book. Look, Marvel Studios isn't going anywhere. With plans reaching into the early 2030s, three brand-new phases on the horizon, and the promise of new sagas shaping the future of the MCU, fans are looking at at least another decade of superhero storytelling. The next saga officially kicks off after Secret Wars , and while Feige isn't revealing details yet the MCU's future is going to be just as ambitious, interconnected, and surprising as ever. What do you want to see in Marvel's next saga? Souce: CB
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
X-Men and Tony Stark will be recast, Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige reveals
"'Reboot' is a scary word," Feige told journalists while promoting "The Fantastic Four: First Steps." Halle, Hugh, Robert — it's been a honor, but all good things must come to an end. Following 2027's Avengers: Secret Wars, several key characters in the MCU will be recast, including Tony Stark, Steve Rogers, and the full team of X-Men, Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige announced during a Friday press event, Variety reported. Feige said the company is "utilizing" Secret Wars "not just to round out the stories we've been telling post-Endgame, just as importantly — and you can look at the at the Secret Wars comics for where that takes you — it very, very much sets us up for the future... Endgame, literally, was about endings. Secret Wars is about is about beginnings." Marvel has slowed the pace of MCU releases from the franchise's point of greatest saturation, the mid-to-late 2010s, in which three, even four films were released per year. The company released only one film in 2024, Deadpool & Wolverine, and though three are slated for this year — Captain America: Brave New World and Thunderbolts*, both previously released, and The Fantastic Four: First Steps, coming next weekend — there's just one film apiece pegged to 2026 and 2027: Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars. Secret Wars represents a critical reorienting juncture for the franchise, Feige indicated, but hesitated to call it a reboot. "'Reboot' is a scary word... Reboot can mean a lot of things to a lot of people," he explained, describing the film instead as a "reset" for the MCU. "Reset, singular timeline — we're thinking along those lines." "X-Men is where that will happen next," he added. It's no surprise that Feige is is pegging a "reset" to the X-Men, given the company's years-long effort to buy the characters back from 21st Century Fox, which finally came to fruition in 2019 when Disney, Marvel's parent company, acquired Fox. In 2024, Feige teased "a new age of mutants and of the X-Men," and this past March, Marvel finally announced that after a smattering of X-Men teases in MCU films — the original films' star Kelsey Grammer appeared as Beast in The Marvels, while Patrick Stewart's Professor X showed up in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness — Avengers: Doomsday will officially mark the MCU's first full showing of X-Men Ian McKellen, Alan Cumming, Rebecca Romijn, and James Marsden have all been confirmed to reprise their roles in the MCU. Channing Tatum, who finally brought X-Men fan-favorite character Gambit to the big screen in Deadpool & Wolverine, will also join them. "There've been more X-Men movies than there were Spidey movies or Fantastic Four movies, so a lot has been done," Feige noted, while speaking at a recent Fantastic Four roundtable, ScreenRant reported. "But again, because it's almost a comic legacy unto itself, there's so much more to tap into it and there's so many sagas within sagas for X-Men." The last time the X-Men franchise saw a major cast overhaul was for 2011 prequel film X-Men First Class. The new cast included James McAvoy as Professor X, Michael Fassbender as Magneto, Jennifer Lawrence as Mystique, and Nicholas Hoult as Beast. Old then met new in 2014's X-Men: Days of Future Past, in which Hugh Jackman's Wolverine from the original films goes back in time to collaborate with the prequel films' stars, while the film cuts between the two timelines and their different casts, including Halle Berry as Storm, Anna Paquin as Rogue, Famke Janssen as Jean Grey, among other stars of the original films. X-Men: Apocalypse in 2016 and Dark Phoenix in 2019 also starred the McAvoy- and Fassbender-led prequels cast, though the later films did not enjoy the same enthusiastic critical reception the first two films featuring the prequel cast did. Read the original article on Entertainment Weekly Solve the daily Crossword
Geek Culture
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Culture
Miles Morales Won't Join MCU - 'We've Been Told To Stay Away," Reveals Kevin Feige
In a recent interview with a small group of journalists, Kevin Feige, President of Marvel Studios, revealed details on Marvel Studios' future and plans for the next seven years (via Variety). Among other revelations about the reduced output from Marvel Studios to focus more on quality over quantity, as well as talk about recasting the X-Men and other prominent Avengers after the release of Avengers: Secret Wars (2027), Feige also spoke definitively about the future of the highly anticipated character, Miles Morales. Kevin Feige / Getty Images Given that fans had been clamouring for Miles Morales to appear in the MCU soon, Feige sought to quash rumours, stating outright that the progress of that 'is nowhere'. According to Feige, until Sony Pictures, to which the character rights belong, completes Morales' three-run journey in Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse , Marvel Studios has 'been told to stay away'. Even so, that will not be anytime soon. Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse is due for a 2027 theatrical release. However, despite its original release date of 4 June 2027, it has since been pushed back by three weeks to 25 June 2027. The rationale for the delay is due to Sony having determined that it would be a more strategic choice to push it back to 25 June, when 100 percent of schools in the United States would be on summer break, as opposed to a mere 65 percent on 4 June. This, therefore, allows Sony to capitalise more on their school-aged moviegoing demographic. Miles Morales in Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse (2023) Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse is the third instalment of the trilogy that began in 2018 with Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse , followed by 2023's Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse . It will be the highly anticipated conclusion to the popular animated web-slinging franchise that stars Shameik Moore ( Wu-Tang: An American Saga ) as Miles Morales, Hailee Steinfeld ( Sinners , Hawkeye ) as an alternate universe version of Gwen Stacy, and Jake Johnson ( New Girl, Tag ) as Peter B. Parker. At CinemaCon in March, the introductory premise of the third instalment was disclosed to have protagonist Miles as a fugitive as he desperately evades every other Spider-Man variant in the multiverse, in a precarious situation where even Gwen and his other friends will be unable to aid him in saving his family, that has consistently been the foundation of his core. With the conclusion of the trilogy, it remains possible that Miles Morales will eventually join the MCU, though it will not be any time soon. In the meantime, to see the end of his character arc, fans will have to patiently endure the arduous wait until 25 June 2027. Conversation with Ting Wei is like chatting with a weird AI bot programmed only with One Piece lore and theories, sitcom quotes and other miscellaneous pop culture references. When he's not sleeping, he's highly likely reading manga. In fact, the only thing he reads more than manga is the Bible, and it's honestly pretty close.
