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The Marvel Universe is a treasure trove of characters, and the X-Men are among its most beloved properties. Ever since Disney acquired Fox and its repository, Marvel fans have been asking for the live-action debut of the mutants after decades of hits and misses within the Fox Universe. While the animatedX-Men ’97was definitely a step in the right direction, it seems Marvel has reverted back to its old ways.
According to the latest update, the screenwriter for anX-Menmovie has just been hired. And fans are not happy that Kevin Feige ignored Beau DeMayo and instead recruitedAssassin’s Creedwriter, Michael Lesslie.
Kevin Feige Ignores Beau DeMayo for the Live-ActionX-MenMovie
Beau DeMayowas apparently fired due to unknown reasons by Marvel Studios just ahead of the release of his series,X-Men ’97. While the reasons were not given for his firing, the series soon took over the internet forits incredible plot and being faithful to the source.
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Heralded as one of the best Marvel projects of all time,X-Men ’97currently has a 100% rating onRotten Tomatoesand has maintained incredible viewership throughout its run (seeDeadline). Yet, despite its amazing critical and audience reception,Kevin Feigehas chosen to ignore its creator, DeMayo, when it comes to alive-actionX-Menmovie.
According toDeadline, Marvel Studios is busy bringing the mutants to live-action soon. And the critically bombastedAssasins’s Creedwriter Michael Lesslie has been hired to write the script of such a film. Still in early development with no clear way where the movie is heading, Leslie’s hiring has ramped up things.
Yet, fans are disappointed that Marvel Studios approached a writer who has never worked on the mythos instead of a writer who has already proven his talent in handling the mutant mythos without sacrificing their originality.
Marvel Fans Revolt as Kevin Feige Hires Michael Lesslie for Live-ActionX-MenMovie
Ever since the acquisition of Fox by Disney, fans have been waiting for a live-actionX-Menmovie. Seeing the success ofX-Men ’97, they had high hopes from Marvel Studios and Beau DeMayo. But with theX-Men ’97creator’s firing, and Kevin Feige moving ahead without him on a live-actionX-Menmovie has severely upset Marvel fans.
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While Michael Lesslie is a talented writer and recently was behindHunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, fans are not satisfied and have been showing their despondency online.
Beau DeMayo had better have done more than just had an onlyfans otherwise this is a massive misstep by Disney.
— 𝚂𝙾𝚄𝚃𝙷𝙿𝙰𝚆 𝙴𝚇𝙲𝙴𝙿𝚃𝙸𝙾𝙽𝙰𝙻𝙸𝚂𝙼 🇺🇸 (@SouthpawLeftist)August 17, 2025
He wrote Assassin’s Creed 2016 btw
— Mauricio 🇵🇪 (@MauBoat)July 21, 2025
His movies seem hit or miss. This pick doesn’t instill me with great confidence but I’ll reserve judgment until a director is picked
— izzo (@Jtotheizz_O)July 02, 2025
What does he know about X-Men? Is he an X-Men comics fan? Will he have the comic writers consulting him?This is the minimal quality needed from the writers for an film now. Otherwise why bother?He should be forced to watch the latest series so he knows what he is up against.
— Adele K Thomas (@AdeleKThomas)August 08, 2025
Geez was this guy in Assassin’s creed one of the worst movies I’d ever seen. Is it too dificult to get a writer who loves the characters?
— MathewRamada (@MathewRama)July 13, 2025
Mannnn if y’all don’t call Beau and stop playing.pic.twitter.com/D5UQbCR8Nb
— Techan Penderhughes (@Alwayskeepone)August 21, 2025
As the calls for hiring Beau DeMayo continue, we are yet to get an update from Kevin Feige or Marvel Studios. While fans continue showing their disappointment with Marvel Studios, we sincerely hope that the upcomingX-Menlive-action movie is as good asX-Men ’97.
X-Men ’97can be streamed on Disney+.
Maria Sultan
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Maria Sultan is a dedicated News Content Writer at FandomWire. With over five years of professional experience and hundreds of published articles, she brings a wealth of expertise to her coverage of Marvel, K-dramas, and the latest on streaming platforms.Her work is not just about reporting news; it’s about providing insightful perspectives on the entertainment trends that matter most.
