With the X-Men joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe, there are many possibilities for their stories. It’s crucial that Marvel avoids repeating the paths already taken by the previous Fox films. Those movies largely focused on conflicts between ‘good’ and ‘evil’ mutants, with the exception of Days of Future Past, which briefly touched on the deeper themes originally presented by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. To stand out, Marvel should explore either the social commentary or the sci-fi elements that define the X-Men.
As a huge movie fan, I’ve been thinking a lot about how Marvel will finally bring the X-Men into the MCU after Avengers: Secret Wars. There’s so much amazing material from the comics they could draw on for their first solo films – it’s exciting to imagine what storylines they’ll choose!
7) The Mutant Massacre
Starting the MCU’s mutant storyline with a difficult event like the Mutant Massacre could be effective if the goal is to establish public fear and prejudice towards them. If mutants are suddenly common after the events of Avengers: Secret Wars, this could easily create that fear. Furthermore, Mister Sinister would make a strong new villain for the X-Men. His history – specifically, dispatching the Marauders to attack the underground mutant community – demonstrates just how dangerous he is.
6) X-Men: Schism
The plan for introducing the X-Men is to focus on a new, younger team instead of bringing back the original movie stars like Wolverine, Cyclops, and Storm. It’s important that this isn’t the same team the Marvel Cinematic Universe initially presents. A compelling explanation could be based on the X-Men storyline called Schism, which involved a disagreement between Wolverine and Cyclops about how to train young mutants – Wolverine wanted to protect them, while Cyclops favored a more militaristic approach. Schism could have occurred in the past, shown through flashbacks, and the new X-Men team could be the result, with a character like Cyclops stepping into a mentor role similar to Professor X.
5) E is For Extinction
As a huge X-Men fan, I think the MCU could really make a splash by adapting the ‘E for Extinction’ storyline, similar to how impactful the ‘Mutant Massacre’ was. Imagine a massive, concentrated attack by Sentinels, wiping out tons of mutants all at once. It would be devastating, but it would instantly make audiences sympathize with them, even if the general public in the MCU still fears and hates them simply for being born different. Honestly, after seeing ‘X-Men ’97’ tackle something similar, it feels like this is probably off the table now, which is a real shame.
4) Avengers Vs. X-Men
When the X-Men and Fantastic Four first team up in Avengers: Doomsday, they’ll face off against Captain America’s Avengers and a team called the Thunderbolts’ New Avengers. Marvel Studios could build on this by adapting the popular “Avengers vs. X-Men” storyline. Public support for the Avengers, particularly if they defeat Doctor Doom and save the world, could create a situation where people still aren’t accepting of mutants, leading to conflict between the two groups – as long as the story is handled well.
3) House of X
To truly set the X-Men apart in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, a great approach would be to adapt the ‘House of X’ storyline. This would involve introducing the X-Men as residents of Krakoa, a sovereign nation established on a living island. This setup would allow for veteran mutants to reside on Krakoa while a new generation of X-Men operates and fights battles in American cities. It also opens the door for future stories focused on Krakoa itself, making the island a central element of the MCU’s mutant narratives.
2) The Brood
To truly distinguish its X-Men from previous films, Marvel could set the story in space. This would allow the mutants to interact with the broader Marvel cosmic world, potentially introducing characters like the Shi’ar – who have strong ties to the X-Men through relationships with Professor X and Cyclops’s father, a leader of the Starjammers. A conflict with The Brood, a dangerous alien race, could also make for a compelling storyline.
1) God Loves, Man Kills
The ideal first X-Men movie for the Marvel Cinematic Universe would be a story focused on personal struggles, like the classic “God Loves, Man Kills.” This storyline revolves around William Stryker, a preacher who convinced the public that mutants were dangerous demons. It’s a relevant story even today, reflecting real-world prejudice and ongoing issues. While previous films portrayed Stryker as a military figure, the comics present a different character. Using this narrative of hatred, prejudice, and the senseless killing of young mutants could be a powerful way to launch future X-Men stories.
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