Marvel Studios has tapped Jake Schreier to direct its first-ever X-Men movie, bringing the iconic mutants into the Marvel Cinematic Universe for the very first time. Schreier told Empire that they’ve begun work on X-Men and described it as “very, very exciting,” while reflecting on the lessons he learned directing Thunderbolts. He noted that balancing large-scale action with intimate, character-driven moments was the biggest learning curve, and that the experience has left him feeling more confident about tackling the X-Men project.
There’s still a lot we don’t know about the film, but it’s clear the script is in capable hands. Michael Lesslie, the co-writer of The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, is writing the screenplay. Marvel president Kevin Feige has said the company is weighing which saga to build toward, all while focusing on introducing a wide roster of X-Men characters and giving each of them their due in the first film.
There’s also ongoing speculation about Wolverine’s place in the new MCU, with questions about whether Hugh Jackman will reprise the role as Earth-616’s Logan or if a recast might be in the cards. And even as talks continue, the pre-MCU Fox X-Men lineup is unlikely to appear in the new MCU film, despite some crossovers or appearances in prior projects.
X-Men does not yet have a release date, but it’s planned to arrive after Avengers: Secret Wars. In the meantime, Marvel has a slate of Marvel movies expected in 2025, 2026, and beyond that fans will be watching closely as the studio builds toward the mutants’ big-screen debut.
This development signals Marvel’s intent to integrate the X-Men with the broader MCU in a thoughtful, character-driven way, while maintaining the scale and momentum fans expect. Schreier’s insights suggest the film will aim to balance emotional storytelling with cinematic action, and the industry will be watching closely to see how the Mutant saga unfolds in this new era of the MCU. Summary: A high-profile directorial assignment, a veteran scriptwriter, and a careful approach to legacy characters mark Marvel’s plan to introduce the X-Men into a connected, evolving universe. Positive note: the project holds promise for fresh storytelling and renewed excitement around mutant heroes in the MCU.