X-Men '97 (Disney+) - Review & Comparison + D23 2026
Aug 18, 2026 · 57m
Summary
Hosts Brian B. Klein and Haley Hobbs celebrate their 250th episode by reviewing X-Men '97 Season 2, discussing its complex plot involving Apocalypse and time travel. They cover major D23 announcements, including the Ahsoka Season 2 trailer, Vision Quest, and Avengers: Doomsday casting news. The episode also touches on Spider-Man: Brand New Day's box office success and Marvel's shifting TV strategy.
Topics discussed
Intro and Ad Breaks
Podcast Housekeeping and Anime Discussion
Star Wars: A New Republic Trailer and Lore
Marvel's Vision Quest and Box Office News
D23 Announcements: Fantastic Four and X-Men
Marvel Fatigue and Future Plans
X-Men '97 Season 2: Early Episodes and Plot
X-Men '97: Time Travel and Exodus Trial
X-Men '97: Finale and Apocalypse's Return
Outro and Final Thoughts
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