The Marvel Cinematic Universe is preparing its highly anticipated X-Men reboot, set for a theatrical release in 2028 and directed by Jake Schreier, the filmmaker behind the recent hit Thunderbolts*. This project will introduce a fresh take on the mutant team into the main MCU continuity once the multiverse saga wraps up. In the midst of these developments, actress Lana Condor has voiced her strong interest in returning to the role of Jubilee, the bubbly young mutant she first brought to life in the Fox-era films.
In a recent interview with Parade, Condor opened up about her deep attachment to Jubilee and her hopes for the character’s future under Marvel Studios’ guidance. She discussed how playing the role in X-Men: Apocalypse served as an early career milestone, coming before her major breakthrough in the To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before Netflix trilogy. The full transition of the X-Men rights to Disney has opened doors for potential returns or reimaginings of legacy characters, and Condor is actively advocating for Jubilee to receive expanded storytelling drawn directly from the rich comic book source material.
“I have been on this crusade to try and have them bring me back since truly the moment X-Men: Apocalypse first came out,” the actress explained with evident passion, highlighting how quickly she formed a connection to the character after her initial appearance.
“There was so much that I wanted to do with Jubilee, and there’s so many—based off of the comics—just so many places to go with her, so hopefully. That would be amazing. I would love that,” she added, expressing genuine excitement about the untapped potential that still remains for the firework-generating mutant.
Marvel’s strategy for integrating the X-Men has drawn considerable attention in Hollywood, particularly as the studio aims to balance fresh introductions with respectful nods to decades of comic lore. Jake Schreier’s selection as director signals an emphasis on character-driven storytelling and innovative approaches, building on his success with ensemble superhero fare. Condor’s public enthusiasm adds a personal dimension to the conversation around legacy casting, illustrating how performers often remain invested in roles long after cameras stop rolling. While official casting announcements for the 2028 X-Men film remain forthcoming, her crusade highlights the passionate fanbase and creative possibilities that could emerge from blending past and present interpretations within the evolving MCU tapestry.
Several legacy X-Men actors from the Fox films are set to reprise their roles in the upcoming Avengers crossover event. Patrick Stewart will return as Professor Charles Xavier, Ian McKellen as Magneto, James Marsden as Cyclops, Rebecca Romijn as Mystique, Kelsey Grammer as Beast, Alan Cumming as Nightcrawler, and Channing Tatum as Gambit. These appearances are expected to play pivotal parts in the multiverse-spanning conflict.
Avengers: Doomsday, directed by the Russo Brothers and starring Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom, arrives in theaters on December 18, 2026. It will be followed by Avengers: Secret Wars on December 17, 2027, before the standalone X-Men MCU film opens on May 5, 2028.
