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With the first season ofX-Men ’97coming to a conclusion, it’s no surprise that viewers and fans want to know what lies ahead. Fortunately, Marvel’s streaming chief has recently unveiled some intriguing details about the forthcoming Season 2.
The eagerly awaited season finale ofX-Men ‘97debuted on Disney Plus this week, delivering a thrilling climax that perfectly wraps up the first season. Following the exhilarating conclusion of the revivedX-Menseries, fans are buzzing with speculation about the future and eagerly anticipating the next installment. In response to this excitement, Marvel streaming chief andX-Men ‘97producer Brad Winderbaum has revealed that another season is already in development. However, fans will need to be patient, as it will take some time beforeX-Men ‘97Season2 is ready for release.
In a recent interview, executive producer Brad Winderbaum, disclosed that whileX-Men ’97 Season 2is already in motion, the production is still at an early stage, navigating through the animatic phase. This pivotal stage marks the initial strides in the animation process, entailing the assembly of sequential sketches complemented by dialogue and sound effects, setting the groundwork for what’s to come. “It’s still an animatic phase. Animation takes so long to make, as I’m sure you know. There was a great bit about this inInvincible Season 2. They just nailed it so hard; it is the greatest. And it takes a long time,” he said. In fact, Marvel hit the jackpot with an early green light forX-Men ‘97’ssecond season, cutting down on the typical wait time that often follows the success of a show’s debut season. Winderbaum added: “Because the studio wants to see how successful the first season is before they green-light the second season, there’s a lag. We were lucky enough to get the green light before we aired, so there’s maybe less of a lag. People are just going to have to be patient with us.”
As anticipation builds for season 2 ofX-Men ‘97, fans recall the unexpected departure of showrunner Beau DeMayo during the lead-up to season 1’s release.While the specifics of his exit remain undisclosed, DeMayo has continued to discuss the show and its creative process on social media. This online presence has led fans to question his role in season 2, prompting DeMayo to address the issue on Twitter recently. He clarified that while he contributed significantly to the script of the upcoming season, his involvement beyond writing has notably decreased. “I did write a lot of Season 2,” DeMayodisclosed. “However, unlike Season 1, I will not be heavily involved or leading production, cast records, design, editorial, post, music, etc., nor doing any production rewrites as it relates to the creative vision of the show.” When questioned about whether he views the situation with DeMayo as a “firing,” as some media outlets have characterized it, Winderbaum responded, “I don’t. ‘We parted ways’ is the best way I could say.”
The thrillingSeason 1 finale ofX-Men ‘97electrified fans with an impressive roster of Marvel icons, including Doctor Strange and Captain America, and even a glimpse of Magneto. This display ignited fan excitement, fueling speculation about potential epic showdowns, like the much-discussed “X-Menvs.The Avengers” spectacle. Marvel boss Winderbaum delved into the meticulous process behind choosing these cameos, revealing that for each cameo seen, countless others were considered but ultimately left out. He emphasized the extensive creative effort involved, stating, “For every cameo idea you see on screen, there’s 50 more that didn’t make it.”
While eager fans eagerly anticipate Season 2, it’s important to note that production is still in its early stages, as confirmed by the Marvel streaming chief, who advises a touch of patience. Nevertheless, it’s reassuring to know that progress is underway; with any luck, it won’t be too lengthy before the beloved animated X-Men return to grace our screens once more.
