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Every Actor Cast In The MCU's New X-Men Movie (So Far)

To me, my X-Men!

Updated Sep 10, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT

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Marvel Studios is assembling its cast of mutants to be in the Marvel Cinematic Universe's X-Men movies, the MCU needs its own versions of the biggest heroes and villains. Some of Sadie Sink As Jean Grey

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Character: Jean Grey is one of the most prominent members of the X-Men in the comics. She's an incredibly powerful telepath, empath, and telekinetic mutant, making her an Omega-level mutant. Jean is also the host of the Phoenix Force, transforming her into the Phoenix while tapping into these substantial abilities and darker tendencies.

Jean has already been introduced in the MCU ahead of in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Before joining the MCU, she was best known for playing Max in Stranger Things. Sink also appeared in two of Netflix's Fear Street movies and had a supporting role in Darren Aronofsky's The Whale. She becomes the fifth Kit Connor As Scott Summers/Cyclops

Character: Scott Summers, aka Cyclops, is a founding member of the X-Men. He possesses the ability to emit optic blasts from his eyes, which he has more control over thanks to his visor. Cyclops is a natural leader, making him routinely the one commanding the X-Men in battle. He's often in love with Jean Grey or Emma Frost. Cyclops is also the brother of Havok and the father of Cable.

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Christopher Abbott As Charles Xavier/Professor X

Christopher Abbott at the New York Premiere of Zachary Wigon's ’Sanctuary’ at Metrograph

Character: Charles Xavier, aka Professor X, is the leader of the X-Men and founder of Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters. He's one of the most powerful telepaths ever to exist and a firm supporter of mutants helping humanity. However, comics, especially more recently, have also explored the idea of him being more willing to do whatever is necessary to preserve mutantkind.

Actor's Notable Movies & TV Shows: Christopher Abbott adds Professor X to an impressive filmography. He's had a recurring role in Girls and key roles in other TV shows like The Sinner, Catch-22, and The Crowded Room. His movie appearances include Wolf Man, Kraven the Hunter, The Testament of Ann Lee, Poor Things, Sanctuary, and First Man. Abbott becomes the third Professor X actor in live-action movies.

Adam Driver As Nathaniel Milbury/Mister Sinister

Adam Driver at the 49th Toronto International Film Festival - 'Megalopolis' Premiere

Character: Nathaniel Milbury is an alias in Marvel Comics used by X-Men villain Dr. Nathaniel Essex, aka Mister Sinister. He is driven to perfect humanity and tirelessly works to achieve his goals. Notably, Nathaniel only achieves powers in the comics through the help of Apocalypse and Celestial technology, granting him the ability to alter his molecular DNA to increase physical attributes, healing, etc. He can also change his appearance and harness telepathy and telekinesis. Samara Weaving As Emma Frost

Character: Emma Frost is a prominent X-Men character in the comics, one who has been both a hero and a villain at times. She is a powerful telepath who can also become pure diamond. When she's embracing her more evil side, she's best known for leading the Hellfire Club as the White Queen. But when Emma is feeling more heroic, she becomes a main member of the X-Men team, even leading her fellow mutants.

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Inde Navarrette As Rogue

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Character: Rogue is a longstanding member of the X-Men, despite getting her start as an unsure villain working for the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants. She famously stole Carol Danvers' powers in the comics as a result of her unique mutation of absorbing the abilities of anyone she touches. Rogue eventually joined the X-Men and is often a love interest for Gambit.

Actor's Notable Movies & TV Shows: Inde Navarrette's X-Men casting comes on the heels of her breakout role in the 2026 horror sensation, Obsession, where her performance as Nikki made her an in-demand young star. She previously appeared in 13 Reasons Why and Superman & Lois. She becomes the second actress to play Rogue in a live-action movie.

Maya Boyd As Ororo Munroe/Storm

Maya Boyd at the 41st Annual Lucille Lortel Awards held at NYU Skirball Center in New York City

Character: Ororo Munroe, aka Storm, is one of the X-Men's most iconic and beloved characters. She possesses the ability to control the weather. Storm is not only a frequent member of the X-Men, but she is also a leader of the team during various iterations in the comics. Her importance to Marvel's universe expands beyond mutants, as she's also been an Avenger and has a romance with T'Challa, whom she eventually marries.

Actor's Notable Movies & TV Shows: Maya Boyd will make her feature film debut with X-Men. Previously, she's been exclusively a theater performer. Boyd was on Broadway for Merrily We Roll Along and received even greater recognition for her headlining role in & Juliet starting in 2024.

Asa Germann As Warren Worthington III/Angel

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Character: Warren Worthington III, aka Angel, is a founding member of the X-Men in the comics. He hails from a rich family before his mutation takes effect, giving him large wings on his back. Angel is typically a hero, but he has also become one of Apocalypse's Horsemen. This transformation grants him metal wings and the moniker Archangel.

Actor's Notable Movies & TV Shows: Asa Germann is no stranger to superhero roles, as he is best known for playing Sam Riordan in The Boys universe, including his key role in Gen V. The actor also played a role in Scream 7. He originally auditioned to play Cyclops in X-Men, but Marvel