The X-Men MCU debut might finally be on the horizon as Marvel drops three new movie release dates for 2028. Fans are abuzz with speculation—will this be the year when mutants officially join the Marvel Cinematic Universe? The recently announced dates—February 18, May 5, and November 10, 2028—have everyone crossing their fingers for some major X-Men action.
Could 2028 Be the Year for the X-Men MCU Debut?
Marvel fans have been waiting longer than Logan’s healing factor takes to regenerate after a Sentinel attack for the X-Men’s MCU debut. Ever since Disney scooped up Fox like Thanos grabbing the final Infinity Stone, the fandom has been dying to know when the mutants would finally enter the scene. Could it be 2028? That seems to be the most likely bet right now, given these newly released dates and Marvel’s track record of keeping us waiting.
According to recent speculation, these dates align perfectly with the MCU’s post-Avengers: Secret Wars timeline, which is expected to wrap up the Multiverse Saga in 2027. After that, anything is possible—including a full-blown X-Men MCU debut. This timing could mark the start of a new phase for Marvel, one where Wolverine, Cyclops, and Storm finally stand shoulder to shoulder with the Avengers.
Why 2028? The Post-Secret Wars Setup
Avengers: Secret Wars, set to release in 2027, is expected to cause a massive shift in the MCU. Picture it—multiverses colliding, entire realities shattering, and out of the rubble emerges the X-Men. If that doesn’t sound like a perfect setup for the mutants, I don’t know what does. Plus, Kevin Feige has been dropping breadcrumbs, teasing that we might start seeing more mutant action after the Multiverse Saga concludes. Could the 2028 films be the opening chapter of the X-Men’s MCU story?
Let’s not forget that the groundwork is already being laid. With Ryan Reynolds returning as Deadpool alongside Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine in Deadpool 3, it’s only logical that 2028 might be the year when the X-Men officially join the MCU. Feige has even hinted that the animated series X-Men ’97 is meant to reintroduce audiences to the core concepts of the X-Men, prepping them for their live-action debut.
Fan Theories: What Will These 2028 Movies Be?
Fans are having a field day trying to guess what these 2028 release dates might bring. The most exciting theory? That 2028 will be the year when the X-Men finally hit the big screen. But that’s not the only possibility. Some other major contenders are:
- Scarlet Witch Standalone: After Wanda’s emotional arc in Multiverse of Madness, fans are desperate to see her story continue. Could one of these dates be her comeback film?
- Fantastic Four Sequel: Even though we haven’t even seen the reboot yet, there’s already talk about what the sequel could bring, especially if it ties into Phase 7.
- X-Men MCU Debut: Of course, the biggest possibility is that we’ll finally get the mutant team-up we’ve been waiting for. Picture Wolverine, Cyclops, and Jean Grey entering the fray, with a Hulk versus Wolverine face-off. Yes, please!
Some fans are taking it a step further with more outlandish predictions:
- “One of these has to be Captain Marvel 3. Carol Danvers deserves another spotlight, especially after what’s coming in The Marvels.”
- “We’re definitely looking at Blade, Armor Wars, and an Agatha: Multiverse of Madness crossover film. It’s happening.”
- “I’m betting on X-Men, some obscure B-tier Avengers film, and Spider-Man 5. Marvel, don’t let me down!”
What’s Next for the MCU and the X-Men?
With so much attention on the Young Avengers and the end of Phase 6, it’s clear Marvel is building up to something big. But the real question on everyone’s mind is: when will we see the X-Men’s MCU debut? Sure, we’ve had teases—like the hint at Kamala Khan’s mutant status in Ms. Marvel—but we’re all waiting for that official reveal. And with Kevin Feige’s cryptic comments, it feels like 2028 might finally be the year.
Until then, I’ll be flipping through my X-Men comics in Brooklyn, waiting for the day when Wolverine, Storm, and the rest of the crew finally take their place in the MCU. Come on, Marvel—make it happen.