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Famke Janssen Left Out of X-Men Reunion
20 Jun
Summary
- Famke Janssen feels Marvel made a mistake excluding her from the reunion.
- Several original X-Men cast members will return for the upcoming film.
- Janssen remains open to reprising her Phoenix role for Marvel.

Actress Famke Janssen, known for her role as Jean Grey/Phoenix in the X-Men franchise, has voiced her opinion that Marvel Studios made an error by not inviting her to participate in the upcoming X-Men reunion film. Several of her former co-stars, including Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen, are confirmed to reprise their roles in the movie, scheduled for release on December 18, 2026.
Janssen revealed in November that she has had no contact from Disney regarding potential future MCU projects. Despite this, she expressed her readiness and willingness to return as Phoenix, even hinting at a darker portrayal. The actress acknowledged the enduring fan interest in her character, noting that discussions about her potential return frequently arise during interviews.