Key Takeaways:
– Marvel Studios’ X-Men ‘97 achieved a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes, beating Avengers: Endgame’s 98%.
– The animated series debuted with its first two episodes on March 20, 2024.
– Positive reviews for X-Men ‘97 are a much-needed boost for Marvel, following a string of poorly received releases.
– Fans took to social media to express their enthusiasm for the series’ return and impressive debut on Rotten Tomatoes.
Marvel Studios is back in the spotlight with the newly released animated series, X-Men ‘97, which has outperformed even Avengers: Endgame in critical reception.
X-Men ’97’s Glorious Revival
Earlier this month, viewers worldwide eagerly tuned in to watch X-Men ‘97, the much-anticipated revival and continuation of X-Men: The Animated Series. The new series pushed boundaries by focusing on a set of mutant superheroes grappling with the absence of their leader, Professor Charles Xavier. With the first two installments launched, the series earned immediate admiration and positive critical feedback.
The Resounding Success on Rotten Tomatoes
X-Men ‘97 has managed a sensational feat that even the highest-grossing film in MCU history, Avengers: Endgame, failed to achieve – a perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes. Released on March 20, 2024, over three decades after the original series premiered, X-Men ‘97 debuted with a 100% score on the popular reviews aggregator – surpassing Avengers: Endgame’s score of 98%.
Despite Avengers: Endgame grossing over $2.799 billion at the global box office, it failed to secure the flawless Rotten Tomatoes score that now belongs to X-Men ’97. This new record becomes a triumphant moment for Marvel Studios, especially amid recent declines in form.
Marvel’s Recent Slump
Before X-Men ’97’s promising start, Marvel Studios had experienced quite a slump. Their latest cinematic entry, ‘The Marvels,’ made a disappointing debut with a meager 54% on Rotten Tomatoes. Critical reception was also lukewarm for Loki season 2 – believed to be the best project in Phase 5 – which initially held a 74% score on the site. Marvel’s streak of mixed to poor reviews led to questions about its quality control. However, the incredible success of X-Men ’97 has seemingly put these concerns to rest, demonstrating that Marvel can still deliver quality content.
Fan Reactions to X-Men ’97’s Success
News of X-Men ‘97’s remarkable Rotten Tomatoes debut quickly became a hot topic among fans on social media. Viewers expressed their pleasure over the series’ return and praised its overwhelmingly positive reception. Twitter user @ResonantJustice celebrated the series, saying, “Marvel finally delivered peak after a long while, and they’re being rewarded for it.” Meanwhile, @wrestleplug_ pointed out the bittersweet truth, “Which is sad because this isn’t even MCU cannon.” Reactions were not all positive, but the majority reflected a revived interest in the X-Men series.
The Future Looks Bright for Marvel Studios
The resurgence of interest following X-Men ’97’s debut suggests a promising future for Marvel Studios. As the rollout for Deadpool & Wolverine gains momentum, it’s apparent that the X-Men characters could pave the way to renewed success for the studio. The ten-episode season of X-Men ’97 premiered with its first two episodes on March 20, 2024, with the remaining episodes set to air weekly on Disney+.
In conclusion, despite past setbacks, Marvel Studios has made a triumphant return with X-Men ’97. Surpassing Avengers: Endgame to claim the top Rotten Tomatoes rating, the animated series could very well herald a new era of success for Marvel Studios. Only time will tell if the studio can maintain this momentum in its upcoming productions.
