The X-Men series is about to get a revival in the form of X-Men ‘97, which will continue the story from the animated show from the ‘90s. Expected to premiere on Disney+ in 2023, it’s set up as the return of characters like Wolverine, Professor X, Jean Grey, and more, all of whom haven’t been seen in any form of media in years.
As expected, fans have been pleasantly surprised by the announcement and have made their approval known on Twitter. The best kind are those that incorporate some comedy in their reactions, so it’s worth hyping up for the animated series by checking out the funny tweets that are out there.
Everything Comes Full Circle
There’s little doubt that many things have changed since the last episode of the original series aired. What remains the same is the original fans’ enthusiasm for the show, and Disney is well aware that they will be sitting in front of their screens to watch the revival.
This tweet also makes a reference to how fans revert to the inner child in them when something from their youths turns up. X-Men ‘97 will be set in the same universe with even the majority of the actors returning, so it’s only fair that viewers carry the kind of enthusiasm they had back then once more.
Is It Real?
While many will be excited to get answers to burning questions about the X-Men when the series returns, this fan is specifically interested in Rogue and Gambit. Not only were they engaging characters in the original, but the two haven’t been represented very well since then.
The live-action film series never placed Rogue as the badass she was in the animated show, while Gambit only ever got one appearance in Wolverine’s prequel movie. X-Men ‘97 will please many fans like this one who will be delighted that their favorite characters are back and better than before.
With Great Announcements Comes Great Merchandise
One of the reasons why superhero franchises are such money-spinners is that fans are very willing to buy merchandise. Some noted that X-Men ‘97 is a little ways away, but this fan is taking on a more positive outlook toward things to hope that Disney will release some merchandise.
It’s a common practice by the company to release things like apparel and toylines to hype up an upcoming show or movie, so this fan has a valid point to make. Their gif is crystal clear over the level of enthusiasm they're carrying themselves with over a potential announcement.
Sums Up Jean's Role
Mainstream fans hardly know half of the things comic book enthusiasts are aware of Jean Grey, with the original animated series viewers largely considering Jean as someone who faints all the time. Jean used her powers frequently on the show but would almost always faint afterward.
This tweet has compiled a few examples of the times where Jean knocked herself out, as the fan jokes that they would prefer the debut episode to be entirely about Jean fainting. There’s a chance the developers might even oblige on this aspect just as a nod toward the fanbase.
They're All Technically In The Same Universe
This tweet claims the Silver Surfer and Hank Hill can be part of the new show and they’re technically right. There’s little to no chance that the characters will be part of an alternate X-Men team, but both are owned by Disney who could choose to include them if they want.
At the time of the original show’s airing, the idea of cinematic universes never came up, which contrasts with the industry today where crossovers are all the rage. It would definitely be funny if Disney chose to include these characters just for the heck of it.
Not Unexpected If It Happens
Chris Pratt has been making waves with back-to-back announcements of him voicing Mario and Garfield in animated movies. By this point, it wouldn’t be surprising if he voiced basically any character out there, so this tweet jokingly announces that Pratt is Jubilee’s voice actor.
Alyson Court, the original voice artist, has confirmed she won’t be returning in the role, which adds to this tweet’s sarcastic potential. Even if Pratt were somehow interested in the role, his commitments with Star-Lord at least has him covered with being involved with Marvel.
Nothing Wrong With Wishful Thinking
The ‘90s were a decade where Marvel was by no means the juggernaut it is today in the film landscape. However, the animated shows were a huge hit, with X-Men just a part of a number of successful franchises that have sentimental value to this day.
This fan is glad that X-Men ‘97 is on its way but has opened themselves up to wish for a little more. They’re hoping the revival of Spider-Man: The Animated Series is next to be announced, although it’s funny that they’re also hoping it will carry the “‘98” tag because it ended in 1998.
Spoiled Before The Moment
There’s a special charm about learning big-time news along with the rest of the world as the euphoria behind it is something else. Spoilers can be leaked from anywhere, though, and it seems this fan learned about X-Men ‘97 out of the blue rather than in the actual announcement.
The tweet has the fan express their displeasure at not witnessing the moment and it holds true for many other people. After all, the X-Men series has had such a long legacy that news of its return needed to be delivered at the perfect moment for fans to feel the right level of excitement.
The Series Is A Love Letter To The Older Generation
Killjoys show up for just about anything, and some younger Marvel fans don’t understand why older ones are so happy with the animated revival. For many, the original had such quality that some X-Men stories can be adapted into the MCU, as they’re sure to be a hit with the mainstream audience.
This tweet takes a jab at those who’ve claimed that X-Men ‘97 isn’t that big of a deal, reminding them that there are fans who were born before 1997 and still have fresh memories of the episodes when they first aired. It’ll be a sight to see when X-Men ‘97 arrives and the excitement will be comparable to MCU releases.
Not That Would Be A Game-Changer
Deadpool is a character who’s received mainstream attention fairly recently thanks to Ryan Reynold’s performance in the 2016 movie. The Merc with a Mouth might not have been a popular choice to be adapted in the ‘90s, but he’ll be a surefire contender for X-Men ‘97.
The fan behind this tweet has voiced their excitement at the prospect of Deadpool on the show, with a gif of Wolverine to highlight how incredible their team-up would be. Fans weren’t able to see Wolverine and Deadpool in live-action - barring the inaccurate portrayal of the character in Origins - so watching them in animated media carries a real sense of hype.