Hold onto your hats, X-Men fans! A leaked trailer for Avengers: Doomsday has surfaced online, and it appears Cyclops is finally getting his moment in the spotlight. This is huge, considering how much the character has been overlooked in the past.
The buzz is all about the third teaser trailer for Avengers: Doomsday, and it's heavily focused on the X-Men. We're talking about a devastating battle, and the stakes seem incredibly high.
As we know, Avengers: Doomsday promises a nostalgic reunion with original X-Men actors. We can expect to see Kelsey Grammer as Beast, Patrick Stewart as Professor X, Ian McKellen as Magneto, Alan Cumming as Nightcrawler, Rebecca Romijn as Mystique, and, of course, James Marsden as Cyclops.
Warning: Potential spoilers ahead!
Similar to the previous trailers, this one has also leaked in less-than-ideal quality, with takedowns expected soon. The trailer gives us a glimpse of Ian McKellen's Magneto, though not in his battle attire. Professor X, played by Patrick Stewart, sports a costume reminiscent of his militaristic look from the comics, though his iconic yellow chair is nowhere to be seen. It appears Avengers: Doomsday is drawing inspiration from the 90s era, which will undoubtedly please longtime fans of the animated X-Men series.
The leaked footage seems to be set within the walls of the X-Mansion, also known as Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters. One particular shot shows Cyclops unleashing an optic blast, with a giant boot nearby, presumably belonging to a Sentinel. The tone is serious, with Magneto ominously discussing the inevitability of death.
This aligns with set photos that hinted at a massive battle at the X-Mansion. Fans have speculated that Robert Downey Jr. might be controlling Sentinels in an attack on the X-Men, potentially leading to dire consequences for the mutant team. The theory suggests this could showcase the universe-ending power of Doctor Doom, similar to how Avengers: Infinity War began with Thanos's brutal defeat of the Hulk.
But the real highlight? A comic book-accurate, live-action version of Marsden's Cyclops! This is a dream come true for fans who have waited 20 years for this moment, especially after the Fox X-Men movies strayed from the comics with their costume choices. Cyclops tears off his visor and unleashes his power as the X-Mansion erupts in flames. It feels like a last stand, and it's hard not to worry that Cyclops might sacrifice himself to save his team.
But here's where it gets controversial... Who survives this battle? Will the remaining X-Men team up with the Avengers and other confirmed superheroes to take on Doctor Doom, or will they spend most of the movie fighting amongst themselves, only to unite in 2027's Avengers: Secret Wars? Either way, the X-Mansion looks like it's going down in flames... again.
If Marvel Studios follows its established pattern, this X-Men trailer will replace the Thor trailer in theaters alongside Avatar: Fire and Ash later this week, with the official release of the Thor trailer online. Following that, we can expect the X-Men trailer to be released online after its week-long theatrical run, potentially replaced by a fourth teaser trailer, which fans are hoping will finally reveal Doctor Doom.
What do you think? Are you excited about Cyclops finally getting his due? Do you think the X-Men will survive? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
