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Famke Janssen regrets Jean Grey MCU snub
19 Jun
Summary
- Famke Janssen feels Marvel made a mistake not casting her as Jean Grey.
- Many X-Men co-stars are returning for Avengers: Doomsday.
- Janssen notes Jean Grey's character continues to resonate with fans.
Famke Janssen recently voiced her opinion that Marvel missed an opportunity by not bringing her back as Jean Grey for 'Avengers: Doomsday.' The film is scheduled for release in December. Janssen, who first played the telepathic mutant in 2000's 'X-Men,' believes her exclusion was a mistake.
Her absence is significant as many of her former 'X-Men' castmates are confirmed to return for 'Avengers: Doomsday.' These include Patrick Stewart as Charles Xavier, Ian McKellen as Magneto, and Rebecca Romijn as Mystique, among others.
Janssen has previously commented on the persistent fan interest in Jean Grey's future in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. She acknowledged that inquiries about the character are a frequent topic in her interviews, indicating Jean Grey's enduring impact on audiences.
