Marvel Studios X-Men movie rumors suggest Wolverine may be absent

Rumors regarding the cast of Marvel Studios’ upcoming X-Men film suggest that Wolverine may not appear in the movie. According to unverified reports from the X account DoomsServant, characters such as Gambit, Polaris, Wolverine, and Colossus are reportedly not expected to be in the film.

Other rumored appearances include Beast, Angel, and Jubilee, while the presence of Kitty Pryde and Iceman remains uncertain. Marvel Studios has not confirmed these details, and the reports remain unverified.

Previously confirmed cast members announced at the 2026 D23 event include Sadie Sink as Jean Grey, Kit Connor as Scott Summers (Cyclops), Christopher Abbott as Professor Charles Xavier, Samara Weaving as Emma Frost, Inde Navarrette as Rogue, Maya Boyd as Storm, and Adam Driver as Nathaniel Milbury (Mister Sinister).

Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige has indicated that further casting announcements are expected. The film is set to be directed by Jake Schreier.