Marvel announces Disney+ slate and X-Men reboot details at NYCC

At New York Comic Con 2026, Marvel Television and Marvel Animation announced an extensive slate of upcoming Disney+ projects. Key highlights include the spy thriller ‘Zodiac’, set for a 2028 debut, and updates on ‘Daredevil: Born Again’, which is expected to return for its third and final season in 2027.

Marvel confirmed a new series of animated ‘Marvel Zombies’ Halloween specials scheduled annually from 2027 to 2029, titled ‘The Winter Soldier’, ‘The Fist of Khonshu’, and ‘The Last Guardian’. Additionally, ‘X-Men ’97’ has been renewed for a third season, set to premiere in 2027, with a fourth season already in development. The Season 3 trailer teased appearances by Deadpool and She-Hulk.

Regarding the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film reboot of ‘X-Men’, production is now expected to begin in early 2027, with a theatrical release date of May 5, 2028. The film, directed by Jake Schreier, features a cast including Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, Adam Driver as Mister Sinister, and Christopher Abbott as Professor X. ‘Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man’ Season 2 is slated for release on January 13, 2027.