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X-Men Star Calls Casting Reveal a 'Nightmare'
25 Oct
Summary
- Actor Christopher Abbott felt casting announcement was a 'nightmare'.
- Abbott described the San Diego Comic-Con reveal as 'awkward sauce'.
- The new X-Men film is slated for a May 5, 2028 release.
Christopher Abbott, who is set to portray Professor Charles Xavier, shared his challenging experience during the X-Men movie's casting announcement. He described the San Diego Comic-Con reveal as "awkward sauce," indicating a feeling of discomfort with the audience's reception. Abbott acknowledged the significant pressure to succeed in the iconic role, previously embodied by Sir Patrick Stewart and James McAvoy.
The new X-Men film, a highly anticipated project within the expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe, is currently slated for release on May 5, 2028. This future release date means audiences will need to wait patiently for further details and promotional material as the project develops.
