'X-Men' Update: Marvel Turns to Iconic Duo From Avengers Days for Mutant Projects

Published 01/26/2025, 7:42 PM EST

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is about to get a lot bigger. Having been on life support for ages, a spark of hope ignited with the release of Deadpool & Wolverine last year. The same momentum has continued to build with Venom: The Last Dance, and upcoming releases. However, the excitement has reached a new height with the announcement of a new dynamic duo joining the Marvel family. As fans eagerly await the fresh perspective and thrilling adventures that these newcomers are yet to bring, Marvel's resurrection from the fallen seems nearer.

With the right hands, Marvel's redemption era is gaining steam, and the future looks especially brighter with the addition of two iconic helpers. 

Russo Brothers ink new deal with Marvel studios to helm multiple Projects,

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According to Marvel scoop shop, Daniel Ritchman, a significant development has taken place at Marvel Studios. The Russo Brothers, renowned directors of Avengers: Endgame, have reportedly signed a new deal with the studio. This agreement will see the brothers overseeing multiple new projects, marking a substantial expansion of their role within the Marvel universe.

Ritchman's scoop reveals that one of the projects under the Russo Brothers' purview is the highly anticipated X-Men film. This development has generated considerable excitement among fans, who are eager to see the brothers bring back the unique vision of the beloved franchise. With the Russo Brothers at the helm, expectations are going sky-high for a thrilling and faithful adaptation of the X-Men saga.

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That, however, X-Men is not the only project they are up to. Alongside the same, there are a couple more projects that the duo has invested in.

What are Russo Brothers upto so far?

Best known for directing Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame, Anthony and Joseph Russo have established themselves as prominent American filmmakers. Their notable works include Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Captain America: Civil War, and the aforementioned Avengers films. The brothers' expertise in handling complex storylines has earned them acclaim. 

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With talks underway to direct Avengers: Kang Dynasty and Avengers: Secret Wars, slated for 2026 and beyond, the Russo brothers are set to return to Marvel. They have expressed their passion for telling the story of Avengers: Secret Wars, which serves to be a driving factor for their return. Moreover, with their further involvement in other projects like 21 Bridges, Extraction, and Extraction 2, the brothers continue to expand their creative horizons with expectations palpable.

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What do you think of the two best filmmakers' duo joining us for the greater good? Let us know in the comments section.

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Shraddha Suman

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Shraddha Das is a Content Lead and the Sub Group Head at Netflix Junkie. Captivated by the power of storytelling and the written word at a young age, which led her to pursue a career in journalism at the Esteemed KIIT School of Journalism and Mass Communication, in Orissa. She has over 1500 articles to her name.

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