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Fans have spotted a potential X-Men reference in a scene from the final trailer of The Marvels, adding fuel to the speculation that the mutant team will appear in the movie.
In the shot, Monica Rambeau is seen inside a medical facility, where a monitor in the background displays an emblem resembling the X-Men logo. The presence of a medical setting and an unidentified character passing by hints at a potential surprise appearance by Kelsey Grammer as Dr. Hank McCoy/Beast, further fueling the anticipation for the X-Men's involvement in the movie.
In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, fans have a knack for spotting subtle details in the background of footage, almost as quickly as they notice Thanos. Once again, they've got their eagle eyes on the final trailer for The Marvels, and their findings might shed light on the long-rumored appearance of the X-Men in the movie.
It has been widely speculated that the X-Men would play a role in The Marvels, and clues scattered throughout the movie's marketing campaign have only reinforced this notion. This makes sense, especially considering how the Ms. Marvel series concluded. In the final episode, a hint was dropped, suggesting that Iman Vellani's Kamala Khan/Ms. Marvel possesses mutant DNA. Given that The Marvels follows up on this series, along with Captain Marvel and even WandaVision to some extent, the inclusion of the iconic X-Men team feels almost unavoidable.
But now, keen-eyed enthusiasts have noticed a potential new homage to the X-Men in the latest trailer for The Marvels. As highlighted by X-Men fan site X-MenFilms.com on Twitter, a brief shot towards the end of the trailer (at 1:45) features Teyonah Parris portraying Monica Rambeau, observing someone passing by in what seems to be a medical facility of sorts. In the background of this fleeting scene, a monitor displays an emblem that strongly resembles the X-Men logo. Given the scene's setting and the unidentified character walking by, speculation abounds and creates an atmosphere of anticipation.
The Marvels may feature a rumored secret cameo from Kelsey Grammer as Dr. Hank McCoy/Beast, given the medical setting of this specific shot. Despite the surprise factor of Grammer's involvement after almost 20 years since his role as the big blue fuzzy guy in X-Men: The Last Stand, fans still associate him with the character due to his perfect portrayal of Dr. McCoy's intellectual side. Dr. McCoy is a gifted scientist who balances his academic pursuits with his superhuman strength and abilities, making it plausible that he could be behind the hospital-like room in this shot.
In addition to the logo, there is another intriguing element in the shot—a figure walking by as Monica watches, seemingly amazed. Although it's unclear, the person appears to be a woman, possibly Brie Larson's Captain Marvel. However, including a shot like this in a trailer suggests it holds some significance. It could potentially be one of the X-Men characters, such as Storm or even Jean Grey. Determining the person's race is challenging based on her hand alone, so it could be either way. Of course, both these possibilities could be completely incorrect.
In The Marvels, the 3 mentioned protagonists join forces as their powers become tangled in troublesome ways. Together, they must overcome the gray-area villain Dar-Benn, played by Zawe Ashton, and also resolve their power predicament. A genius-level mutant, well-versed in dealing with unexpected powers, proves to be the ideal aid in their quest for a solution.
The Marvels is set to debut in theaters on November 10th.
The Marvels
During their exploration of a wormhole connected to the Kree, the extraordinary abilities of Monica Rambeau, Kamala Khan, and Carol Danvers become intertwined. Working together, they embark on a mission to uncover the reasons behind their peculiar phenomenon: constantly switching identities whenever they unleash their unique powers.
Source: X-MenFilms.com/Twitter, Marvel Entertainment/YouTube
Editor's P/S
As a passionate fan of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, I am thrilled by the possibility of the X-Men's involvement in The Marvels. The X-Men have been a beloved part of Marvel comics for decades, and their introduction into the MCU would be a significant event. The potential Easter egg in the latest trailer has fueled my excitement even further.
The X-Men are a team of superheroes who possess mutant abilities, which makes them unique among the other heroes in the MCU. Their inclusion would bring a new dynamic to the franchise and open up endless possibilities for future storylines. I believe that the X-Men could play a crucial role in the MCU, and I am eager to see how they will be integrated into the larger narrative.
The potential appearance of Dr. Hank McCoy/Beast in The Marvels is particularly exciting. Beast is a brilliant scientist and a valuable member of the X-Men. His expertise in genetics and his ability to control his transformations make him a formidable ally. I would love to see Kelsey Grammer reprise his role as Beast, as he brought a unique charm and intelligence to the character in X-Men: The Last Stand.
