Summary:
- X-Men movie rights allow full use of Marvel characters.
- Feige teases “it’s all possible now” for Avengers vs X-Men.
- Standalone X-Men movie or multiverse introduction could lead to the clash.
Marvel fans rejoice! Kevin Feige, president of Marvel Studios, has hinted at the possibility of an Avengers vs X-Men movie finally happening in the MCU.
In a recent interview with Comicbook.com, Feige acknowledged the limitations previously faced by the MCU due to character licensing rights. This restricted the inclusion of certain characters, like the X-Men, in major storylines.
However, with the acquisition of X-Men movie rights, Feige emphasized the freedom to utilize the full arsenal of Marvel Comics characters moving forward.
“What’s fun is it’s all possible now,” Feige stated. He elaborated on how past films, like “Captain America: Civil War” and “Avengers: Infinity War,” were altered to exclude unavailable characters. This restriction is no longer an issue, opening doors for faithful adaptations of iconic storylines.
While a confirmed Avengers vs X-Men movie is not official, Feige’s comments undoubtedly fuel fan excitement. The MCU is currently establishing its own version of the X-Men, with a writer already attached to the project. The exact timeline for this film remains unspecified, but could potentially lead into an Avengers vs X-Men event down the line.
Another possibility lies with “Avengers 5.” With reported changes to the film’s original story involving Kang the Conqueror, Marvel might be opting for a new narrative. This presents an opportunity for an Avengers vs X-Men storyline to take center stage in the upcoming Avengers film.
The multiverse concept also allows for creative flexibility. Marvel could introduce alternate versions of the X-Men, either the original Fox X-Men team or a younger iteration, to clash with the MCU’s Avengers. This approach wouldn’t necessitate a full X-Men reboot and could potentially set the stage for an Avengers vs X-Men film as early as 2026.
