Marvel Studios’ X-Men reboot just went from fan-casting fantasy to near-reality overnight. The upcoming mutant franchise already has seven major roles either confirmed or rumored, spanning heroes, villains, and one very important telepath.
X-Men reboot’s rumored and confirmed cast so far
Confirmed
Samara Weaving as Emma Frost
Deadline reported that Samara Weaving landed the role of Emma Frost on July 31. Schreier and Kevin Feige selected her after meeting with numerous candidates. The Emma Frost search reportedly involved the most thorough audition process among the new cast.
Sadie Sink as Jean Grey
Sadie Sink made her official debut as Jean Grey in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Director Destin Daniel Cretton revealed he pushed Feige to include the character in the film.
Rumored
Cailee Spaeny as Rogue
Multiple reports link Cailee Spaeny to the role of Rogue, though Marvel has not confirmed her involvement.
Tom Pelphrey or Bill Skarsgård as Professor X
Scooper Apocalyptic Horseman claimed Bill Skarsgård is among the actors considered for Professor X. Tom Pelphrey has also emerged as another name linked to the role. The scooper noted that Marvel is “aiming young” for the character.
Cooper Hoffman as Cyclops
Scooper MyTimeToShineHello claimed Cooper Hoffman is the top choice to play Cyclops. However, Hoffman denied the rumors on the red carpet, stating, “Oh, not gonna be me, but I love the X-Men.”
Charles Melton as Beast
Charles Melton is rumored to be in talks for the role of Beast in the reboot. The May December star would take over the role from Kelsey Grammer, who is reprising Beast in Avengers: Doomsday.
Adam Driver as the Villain
MyTimeToShineHello first reported that Adam Driver has been cast as the villain. Initial rumors pointed to Magneto, but Apocalyptic Horseman later claimed he is playing Mister Sinister. A separate report from Nexus Point News suggested the role could be William Stryker instead.
Originally reported by Anubhav Chaudhry on SuperHeroHype.com.
