FOX ENTERTAINMENT'S "X-MEN" MOVIEVERSE PT.2

Of course, the X-Men movieverse wouldn't be complete without the bad guys/girls, antiheroes, and instigators. While the first installment focused on the good (which you can find HERE), this is focusing on the bad. Here is a list of the villains and instigators that have appeared so far within the X-Men movies...

Deadpool/Weapon XI/Wade Wilson

(Ryan Reynolds)

Although we initially saw him in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine", Ryan Reynolds is in process of bringing Deadpool back to the big screen. Now, it has been stated that this is totally different than what we saw before. And so far through the videos and pictures, it would appear so. Only question is whether or not it is still within the same movieverse.

Magneto/Erik Lehnsherr

(Ian McKellen and Michael Fassbender)

Is there a role McKellen hasn't dominated? He has seemingly passed the torch to Michael Fassbender, and Michael has run with it impressively thus far.

Mystique/Raven Darkholme

(Rebecca Romijn and Jennifer Lawrence)

Rebecca added the sex appeal and showed us she had some depth as an actress. Jennifer Lawrence simply solidified what many had already known. And has taken the proverbial torch amazingly well.

Emma Frost

(January Jones)

Unless the comic book rule on death comes into play, the White Queen's days in this movieverse are done, as Frost was one of the mutants apparently killed by Boliver Trask.

Sebastian Shaw

(Kevin Bacon)

In this movieverse he is on of the original children of the atom  (mutants), and had survived decades until meeting his end, and being "replaced" by revenging Magneto as top dog of the Hellfire Club, now known as The Brotherhood.

Azazel

(Jason Flemyng)

In comic books you mix Azazel and Mystique, and you get a baby Nightcrawler. In this movieverse, that isn't likely the case given the teleporter's apparent demise alongside some other members of The Brotherhood.

Pyro/John Allderdyce

(Aaron Stanford)

He made for a perfect counter to the character of Ice Man (Bobby Drake). Upbringing, personalities, even powers. Of course we saw that Pyro should've considered staying in school, but what is truly unclear is his future. Did Phoenix kill him? Did "X-Men: Days Of Future Past" change anything?

Juggernaut/Cain Marko

(Vinnie Jones)

Although they didn't include that he is Xavier's cousin, Juggernaut smashed his way into this movieverse none the less. His only apparent weakness was Shadow Cat and Leech. And like many, his future is a mystery for now.

The Blob/Fred J. Dukes

(Kevin Durand)

We know Fred is The Blob, but don't call him that. He doesn't like it. Hopefully the events of "X-Men: Days Of Future Past" changed his history, otherwise he met his end via Sabertooth.

Bolt/Chris Braldey

(Dominic Monaghan)

Again, "X-Men: Days Of Future Past" may have changed his status in the movieverse, but if not, and he also met his end via Sabertooth, then at least it gave us Deadpool.

Sabertooth/Victor Creed

(Tyler Mane and Liev Schreiber)

Tyler Mane's version hopefully disappeared from this movieverse no matter how (DOFP?), it would be nice to see Liev Schreiber's version (or something similar) if we ever see Wolverine's brother from a different mother.

Agent Zero/David North

(Daniel Henney)

His confidence was apt, and even if you didn't care for Agent Zero, you had to like how Wolverine takes him out in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine".

Lady Deathstrike/Yuriko Oyama

(Kelly Hu)

Although they didn't dive into their history, the adamantium showdown was nice to see. Add Lady Deathstrike to the long list of those who's future is in mystery mode despite her liquid adamantium infused ending.

Toad/Mortimer Toynbee

(Ray Park and Evan Jonigkeit)

Ray Park gave us a more physically involved rendition, and Jonigkeit showed us a younger, grittier version. After his shocking exit in the initial "X-Men", his future was never clarified, and now would possibly mean is still alive and well.

Callisto

(Dania Ramirez)

Instead of leading The Morlocks (like in the comics), she was apart of a small group (Omegas) who joined Magneto's Brotherhood. And Callisto was an integral part of Mag's locating Phoenix. Her future is also up in the air, otherwise it was a shocker a la Storm and a fence.

Kid Omega/Quentin Quire

(Ken Leung)

Due to a typo, many thought this character to be Quill. However, Ken Leung was portraying Kid Omega, of the Omegas, before becoming a member of the Brotherhood in "X-Men III: The Last Stand".

Arclight/Philippa Sontag

(Omahyra Mota)

Arclight was one of the "Omegas" who joined Magneto's Brotherhood, before meeting her untimly end courtesy of Phoenix in "X-Men: The Last Stand". Although, future is unknown. Like many others.

Phat/William Robert Reilly

(Val Saleaumua/Richard Yee)

Why two actors for the same role? Well if asking, then you likely forgot that Phat could change his body mass, and that they chose to show us this via a large actor morphing into a smaller actor.

Spike/Darian Elliot

(Lance Gibson)

Spike helped make for a decent fight scene with Wolverine in "X-Men: The Last Stand". Whether or not his death remains, will of course be a mystery for now.

Ink/Erik Gitter

(Greg Lowe)

We only got a taste of Ink's mutant power in "X-Men: Days Of Futrue Past" where his tattoo's somehow effect others based on what they are. But, he is one of the few who's future is that there is one (for now).

Glob Herman/Robert Herman

(Clayton Dean Watmough)

He was a member of Magneto's Brotherhood in "X-Men: The Last Stand", he had lost his powers due to the "cure", but we all know that was temporary. His status in the mix of things, of course, is unknown.

Angel Salvadore

(Zoe Kravitz)

She was part of the initial crew Xavier and Magneto recruited. She fly into being bad, and spit on being good. Unfortunately, it would appear her status amongst this movieverse is "deceased". Unless the comic book rule comes into play of course.

Riptide/Janos Quested

(Alex Gonalez)

Riptide was a member of Sebastian Shaw's Hellfire Club, and like the rest of the team, joined Magneto to form the Brotherhood. However, unlike many others from the Brotherhood, Riptide's status within this movieverse is unknown. Or he at least wasn't scene or referenced as being dead.

Yukio

(Rila Fukushima)

From enemy to possibly apprentice. That would appear to be Yukio's mark in this movievese, her relationship with Wolverine. Is she alive? Dead? Dunno.

Viper/Dr. Green

(Svetlana Khodchenkova)

She was a mutant in disguise so to speak. However, given her death, she might be hoping for the comic rule or the events of "Days Of Future Past" to save her.

Kenuichio Harada

(Will Yun Lee)

His loyalty was unwavering, except by his level of honor. Which saw him protecting Silver Samurai from Wolverine, to fighting him alongside Wolvie. He also made an appearance of sorts amongst Stryker's files in "X-2: X-Men United". Like many his status is up in the air. If unchanged, he of course is deceased.

Col. William Stryker

(Brian Cox, Danny Huston, Don Creech, and Josh Helman)

We've seen Stryker in different eras throughout this movieverse. Which of course were done by different actors each time. Regardless, William Stryker is a prominent character within this giant story.

Mastermind/Mutant 143/Jason Stryker

(Michael Reid Mckay)

Although never referred to as Mastermind, that is who Jason Stryker was. Now, courtesy of "X-Men: Days Of Future Past", we are even unsure if his father will experiment on him, or enforce William Stryker's desire to do so.

Sen. Robert Kelly

(Bruce Davison)

He went from leading the charge in at least identifying mutants, to actually becoming one thanks to Magneto. "Days Of Future Past" may have altered all of this, but if not, "X-Men" showed that the senator couldn't control his powers and died.

Boliver Trask

(Bill Duke and Peter Dinklage)

Duke was obviously forgettable, Dinklage of course was memorable. Boliver Trask brought us and this movieverse, Sentinels. He also has the rare case of having been dead, and showing us the effects of time travel in changing his status to; Alive. For now at least.

Apocalypse/En Sabah Nur

(Brendan Pedder and Oscar Isaac)

Apocalypse to the X-Men movieverse, is what Thanos is to the Avengers movieverse. Hopefully, "X-Men: Apocalypse" gives us an epic story, but an even more awesome Apocalypse.

 "X-Men: Apocalypse" is still in casting mode, but there are some new editions, replacements, and of course, the rumored. Only the "rumored" were left off of the list, but everyone else is in there. Even though they haven't filmed anything yet, and it is Hollywood, and there could be changes at anytime in the process. One of the heavier rumors has Channing Tatum playing the role of Remy Lebeau aka Gambit. We stated the characters that even appeared as background characters (Doug Ramsey, etc) and the younger versions of characters, as this could be the only time we get to see them. Even the recently cast Jubilee has appeared two other times before, by two different performers. If Lana Kondor drops out or is a victim of editing in "X-Men: Apocalypse", then Jubilee's "history" in film falls on the previous two. If any of this makes sense.

Bottom line, this movieverse is quite large character wise, and still has many, many characters that have yet to see the life on the big screen (Cable, Stryfe, etc, etc). It isn't as big as Marvel Studios "Avengers" movieverse, but it is much bigger than DC Comics. It explains why FOX won't let go, and Marvel Studios is dying to get the movie rights for "X-Men" universe. It's massive all in itself, and contains some of Marvel Comics biggest money makers (Wolverine, Deadpool, etc).

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FOX ENTERTAINMENT'S "X-MEN" MOVIEVERSE PT.1

We'll be seeing a couple of mutants in "The Avengers: Age Of Ultron" (Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch), a film brought to us by Marvel Studios, however the movie rights for the X-Men Universe belong to FOX Entertainment. Although it would appear that a deal of sorts was worked out, but with less hype than SONY and Spider-Man joining the party. Or a loop hole was found. Regardless, FOX is "in charge" of the mutants, which would explain the slight mess of things. Just how much did "X-Men: Days Of Future Past"  alter the movieverse that we already knew of? The events of D.O.F.P. did take place both before and after "X-Men I-III". Will the next installment, "X-Men: Apocalypse" straighten things out and give us a "set in stone" movieverse? Or will it add to the slight confusion?

It isn't meant to be a knock on the franchise, as it is quite enjoyable, it is just an opinion from a slightly confused fan. Now back to the point of this, who is and who is set to appear within this movieverse? Here's a list of those people. Now again, with the events of "X-Men: Days Of Future Past" can't exactly state who is still apart of this world, and who has disappeared, or changed, or come back to life, etc with a couple of exceptions (unless they incorporate the comic book rule of "No Death Is Final"). But, here they are...

Professor X/Prof. Charles Xavier

(Patrick Stewart and James McAvoy)

Stewart was the fan fav to play the role the moment we saw him as Captain Picard on "Star Trek: The Next Generation", and he proved why when he rolled into the roll...McAvoy has been doing just as well bringing us a younger Professor X.

Cyclops/Scott Summers

(James Marsden, Tom Pocock, and Ty Sheridan)

Pocock was a younger Scott in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine", but the standard was set by Marsden. It will be interesting to see how Ty Sheridan approaches the character. Who happens to be one of the originals, so no pressure.

Jean Grey/Phoenix

(Famke Janssen and Sophie Turner)

Famke showed us the various sides of Jean Grey. From her relationship with Cyclops and attraction with Wolverine, her soft side, her willingness to sacrifice herself, etc. And of course the power she attempted to contain, in The Phoenix (Dark Phoenix to comic book fans). Where Sophie Turner takes the original female of the X-Men Universe, will soon be seen.

Ice Man/Bobby Drake

(Shawn Ashmore)

Haven't seen anything about him returning for "X-Men: Apocalypse", but Shawn Ashmore grew both himself as an actor and the character of Ice Man through the previous installments. It will be hard to replace him, also given he isn't in the same age bracket as other characters being given new actors and actresses.

Beast/Dr. Hank McCoy

(Kelsey Grammer and Nicolas Hoult)

Grammer gave us a great first taste of the character, Beast. Showing the sophisticated, confident mutant genius that he is. Hoult has done superb showing us the young mutant genius, still at war with the beast within. And will be great to see how evolves the character in "X-Men: Apocalypse".

Angel/Archangel/Warren Worthington III

(Ben Foster and Ben Hardy)

Foster showed us a young man, almost giving into his fathers wishes and "removing" is mutant gift, before flying out of there, and eventually looking to join Xavier's School For Gifted Youngsters. With some sketch designs that may or may not be legitimate floating around the internet, it would appear Ben Hardy will be bringing us a darker, Angel. Given the title, it may be safe to say, Archangel.

Wolverine/Weapon X/Logan/James Howlett

(Hugh Jackman)

Jackman is the crowning jewel of this franchise. Both as the massive growth he has shown as an actor since debuting via this role, and as one of (if not the) Marvel Comics top money makers. Similar to Robert Downey Jr in Marvel Studios "Avengers" movieverse, there are constant rumors about whether or not we have seen the last of Jackman in the role of Wolverine.

Silver Fox/Kayla Silverfox

(Lynn Collins)

Unless the events of "X-Men: Days Of Future Past" altered her history or they apply the rule from comic books (no death is final), we won't be seeing Silver Fox again. Even if she did appear though, would Wolverine even remember her? Or did all of that change as well?

Emma Silverfox

(Tahnya Tozzi)

She was Silver Fox's sister in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine", and although many thought she was Emma Frost, given the name and diamond form ability, it was confirmed that she was not. She had more screen time than most, even if she may just be a movie character and not a comic book one.

Mariko Yashida

(Tao Okamoto)

Given Wolverine's role in "X-Men: Days Of Future Past", his romance with Mariko will live on forever, as it does in comics. Even if the memories possibly only exists in his head.

Rogue/Marie

(Anna Paquin)

Compared to the comic books, she was slightly the Jubilee of this movieverse given her relationship with Wolverine. However, Anna Paquin did wonderfully  showing  us Rogue's constant struggle with her mutant abilities. Even her choice to temporarily remove them (that "serum" showed to be only a short term as we saw with Magneto). Whether we see her again, remains to be seen though.

Gambit/Remy Lebeau

(Taylor Kitsch)

Kitsch gave us a small sample of the character who is Gambit. He didn't do horribly, but his part was too small to realy do anything. Rumors are abundant that Channing Tatum will be stepping into the role for "X-Men: Apocalypse". Given his star power, that could mean more screen time for the Cajun.

Colossus/Piotr "Peter" Rasputin

(Donald MacKinnon and Daniel Cudmore)

He's come a long way since simply helping fellow students escape an invaded mansion. Not leaps and bounds, but at least became a bigger part of the action.

Shadow Cat/Katherine "Kitty" Pryde

(Sumela Key, Katie Stuart, and Ellen Page)

The "Kitty" everyone will remember from this franchise will be Ellen Page. Understandably, given Ellen had more relevant screen time. Whether or not we will see Page as Shadow Cat again or if a new face will fill the role will remain to be seen for now.

Bishop

(Omar Sy)

With the events of "X-Men: Days Of Future Past" definitely altering the future, it will be interesting to see when and if Bishop appears within this movieverse again. He he does, preferably as how he debuted in comics, and that is to seek the traitor amongst the X-Men.

Banshee/Sean Cassidy

(Caleb Landry Jones)

Not completely sure just how much has changed, and exactly how far back in time the effects will go. But, at the present  moment, it would appear Banshee's only appearance came via "X-Men: First Class".

Nightcrawler/Kurt Wagner

(Alan Cumming and Kodi Smit-McPhee)

We only got to see Nightcrawler in "X-2: X-Men United" via Alan Cumming. However, we are set to see Kodi Smit-McPhee bring the acrobatic, teleporting mutant to life in "X-Men: Apocalypse" BAMF!

Storm/Ororo Munroe

(Halle Berry and Alexandra Shipp)

It looks Alexandra Shipp will be taking over the roll of Storm. Halle Berry made the role her own, fairing not too bad at all. We'll have to see if Shipp compares in "X-Men: Apocalypse".

Havok/Alex Summers

(Lucas Till)

So far, out opportunity to see the Summers Brothers together may have come and gone. Unless they bring Lucas Till (or another actor) back into the mix of things, it may be gone. Which would've made a perfect moment, but also opened the door for Mr. Sinister to appear.

Darwin/Armando Munez

(Edi Gathegi)

Unless he becomes the movie version of comic books "no death is final" rule, Darwin fell short of his mutant name.

Quicksilver/Peter Maximoff

(Evan Peters)

Marvel will be giving us their rendition of Quicksilver via Aaron Taylor-Johnson, but Even Peters sped into movies first, and more importantly, into this movieverse aka current cinematic home of the X-Men. Peters will also reprise the role in "X-Men: Apocalypse".

Multiple Man/Jamie Madrox

(Eric Dane)

He might have appeared as a bad guy thus far, but to most comic book fans he will a hero. And if he ever appears within this movieverse, who's to say that he won't.

Psylocke/Elizabeth Braddock

(Meiling Meloncon and Olivia Munn)

Olivia Munn was recently cast to play the purple haired telepath in "X-Men: Apocalypse". Who also happens to be a martial arts master. It will be fun to see this role finally come to life (fully) with hopefully psy-blades in hand.

Jubilee/Jubilation Lee

(Katrina Florece, Key Wong, and Lana Kondor)

Another recent casting sees Lana Kondor slated to bring Jubilee into the mix of things. With the possible changes to continuity (we all know why by now), will we see Jubilee having a bond of sorts with Wolverine in place of Rogue?

Siryn

(Shauna Kane)

It was a very small role, but everyone knew who she was based on her deafening sonic scream. Siryn is/was apart of this movieverse. With her father likely out of the picture now, maybe she will come to the forefront.

Blink/Claire Ferguson

(Fan Bingbing)

Blink was a character who almost needed live action film (and CGI) to truly show her powers to fans. Where in comic books it was a simple "blink" and the victim would be "cut up" and "teleported". Looked much better on the big screen than in print.

Sunspot/Roberto Da Costa

(Adan Canto)

His appearances haven't been  great for the character. First as only a name on a list in "X-2: X-Men United". And then during his full appearance in "X-Men: Days Of Future Past" he's part of the team fighting Sentinels and mainly being on the losing end. However, with the events of that film, Sunspot is available to appear again if needed.

Warpath/James Proudstar

(Booboo Stewart)

Booboo might agree, "It's better than Twilight". Well, we will all agree for him.

Danielle Moonstar

(-uncredited)

Apparently, she was one of the forms taken by Mastermind, and was confirmed to be Danielle Moonstar.

Doug Ramsey

(Layke Anderson)

Like with Moonstar, this was apparently one of the forms taken by Mastermind while manipulating Xaviers thoughts.

Leech/Jimmy

(Cameron Bright)

Although hated by mutants like Magneto, due to the serum created to suppress powers were developed from his powers. However, Cameron Bright showed us an innocent boy sheltered from world just looking to be accepted.

Kestrel/John Wraith

(Will.I. Am)

Although the film didn't receive great reviews, it would appear that recording artist Will. I. Am gave us an almost straight from the comics version of Kestrel.

Moira MacTaggart

(Elizabeth Hurley and Rose Byrne)

Hurley had a small post credits appearance which told us Moira was in this movieverse, but Rose Byrne has taken the reigns in all of the characters full appearances, which will include "X-Men: Apocalypse".

Given the size of this movieverse, we'll make it a two-part article. With what you just read focusing more on the "good guys" from the X-Men movieverse, the next installment will focus on the "bad guys". Click HERE to see who they are!

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IS DEADPOOL ABOUT TO OPEN DOORS FOR OTHERS?

In trying to keep with the traditional tone of the character from the comic books, the currently being filmed movie Deadpool is reportedly going to have a R rating.  Which hasn't been the norm with comic book movies, but then most of the characters we've seen thus far don't need any "adult content". Things like language, blood, and violence (and lost of it). These are the things Deadpool is based on, but he isn't alone.

Sure, there aren't many other characters in the Marvel collection that require all three of those, but there are those who require two out of three. Some of the characters have had the R rating before, however, it was with a film company that wasn't Marvel Studios (or Disney Marvel Entertainment). Meaning, the story(ies) and overall quality wasn't there, not like we've seen thus far with Marvel owned and produced movies. Where is all of this going? Simple. If Deadpool is successful, will it entice Marvel Studios to begin to produce R rated movies with the characters they own? Deadpool isn't owned by Marvel, the rights belong to FOX (with the other X-Men and related characters). But, money speaks louder than anything in this industry. If Deadpool draws big numbers, it would show that the rating didn't hinder it, and possibly helped it. So, the question is a valid one. For some it is loaded with hope so that they have a chance to see their favorite characters staying true to form on film. Marvel has been looking to acquire the movie rights to characters every chance that they get. This was the reason why other companies have quickly produced or begun the process with the characters that they own (ie Fantastic 4, Spider-Man, etc). For those unaware, companies have x amount of time to do something with the characters that they own, or else the rights are up for grabs.
How this happened? Marvel was broke in the 90's and had not intentions at the time to produce movies, so they sold the rights to others. Things clearly turned around for the company, and is deep in the movie industry, so now are trying to buy them all back. Which would've been easier, however everyone is aware of the possible value in a comic book film.

Here is a list of characters who could use an R rating regardless of where they are made, even though Marvel has bought back most of them, and is looking to get them all under one roof...

Blade

Marvel now has Blade and others back in the fold. Now what to do with them? Blade has proven before the R rating can work, add better quality all around production who knows how big things could get. With some of the other characters on this list, there is even some cross-over appeal. Perhaps a separate "movieverse" for them would help. Blade could be the centerpiece of it all, given previous success.

Carnage

Sure he is a Spider-Man villain, and we should wait for him to simply appear in a SONY owned film (even though Marvel is "borrowing" rights to Spidey). However, this isn't a typical bad guy from Spider-Man's rogues gallery. He's a crazy, mass murderer that makes Venom look PG in comparison. So, either a solo or collective bad guy film, or a R-Rating for a Spider-Man film is needed for this character to stay close to home.

Ghost Rider

Marvel reaquired the rights, and could produce a PG-13 rated version and still do better. Jokes aside, similar to Blade, R-Rating with all around better production (even more so in this case. NO CAGE for starters) and this character will regain some respect on the big screen. And actually, could be the character to "join" this darker movieverse with that of the Avengers movieverse as he "works" in either light.

Wolverine

Yes, Wolvie can do his thing with a lower rating, and has shown that with more writing/acting focused films both on his own or with the X-Men. But, blood, guts and occasional dismemberment would make for quite the flick. And yes, a Wolverine/Deadpool movie would be insane, but would also need that R-Rating. FOX or Marvel, it would be nice to see. (Both are FOX by the way).

The Punisher

Not only does The Punisher need better production and most notably writing, he really needs the R-Rating. This is a character that shoots first, shoot some more, if anyone survives ask a question, and then shoot them. Although not wanting a direct ripoff, Punisher could be the Captain America of this world given his military background and approach to things. Oh, and Marvel bought his rights back as well.

There are others of course, but best to start with your top dogs to set the stage for a darker, R-Rated movieverse. Use them to even introduce characters who may need the rating, but companies are unsure if the fans are there.


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IS FOX SITTING ON A MUTANT GOLDMINE?

As much as I love the X-Men, in the movie universes, they are second to the Avengers Universe. Quality (production), promotion and box-office numbers. And that is okay, the lighter Avengers Universe needs a darker contrasting one and that can occur with the X-Men over at FOX. I am looking forward to the upcoming "Days Of Future Past" and it's follow-up "Age Of Apocalypse", but I see them as opportunities to expand their universe with solo and team-up spin-off films. There is even an opportunity to do something similar to what the Avengers Universe is doing in regards to "Age Of Ultron", and hinting at "Infinity Gauntlet". None of the movies about to be listed need to have really big budgets, they need good writing, directing and acting. The CGI or added effects don't need to be over-the-top grande in most of these cases. So if they "failed" they wouldn't take too much of a hit. I think some or most would work out if they had the right pieces in place like mentioned before with acting, etc.

Some are obvious to their fan bases, some are rumored to be almost ready to shoot or have been for years, some are "just my opinion" and one is the next best thing to "X-Men Vs Avengers" or "Infinity Gauntlet". Here's a list of movies FOX should start taking the Marvel Studios route with...

Deadpool

They gave us a taste in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine", and has been rumored to be getting his own solo flick for years now. With the current events happening within the X-Men films, it would be a great opportunity to re-cast and give a new taste of Deadpool, before branching out into his own solo venture. Rumored problem has been the rating, as he would require an "R" or higher. Putting him within the X-Universe gives an opportunity to show him in a ratings friendly way, so to also introduce those who aren't aware of him (there are some). Why not put him in the next one...

X-Force

All this time-travel stuff screams "Cable" and when I think of him, I think of "X-Force". They're giving us "Bishop" thankfully through this events of "Days Of Future Past", but also giving us "Warpath", a X-Force alumni, which provokes wanting this to happen. It is also a good point to launch a "X-Force" appearance before leading to a spin-off. Perhaps a more dark and more adult orientated form of the X-Men. Of course, we'd include Deadpool within all of this, either as a member of an antagonizing enemy before spinning off into his own. Once "X-Force" is established then "Cable" could teleport into his own solo films. If not in the upcoming "Days Of Future Past", but would like to see it stem from the follow-up "Age Of Apocalypse". With the political events in both X-2 and X-3, would've also been an opportune time to launch this team as the anti-Gov't mutants aka the grey area between X-Men and Magneto's Brotherhood.

X-Factor

Having X-Men, X-Force and X-Factor all building up to a larger movie, let's say "X-Tinction Agenda", could add too it all. Big part of the success over in the Avengers movies is that they all connect to each other. These three teams were all different with the mutant aspect being what joined them, so a build up to a grande finale with a common enemy uniting them despite indefferences, could mean big money. If not, then simply move on to another "story arc". But, with so many mutants to cover, it is hard to show them all, as well as continue to use what has worked. Multiple teams could help with this, and simply take what characters have worked for each to make the joint venture. X-Factor also covers the Gov't connection while X-Force is the anti-establishment, and X-Men being an even blend.

X-Men & Fantastic 4

I am not sure how anything related to the "Infinity Gauntlet" could be done with out characters from both of these, and that may not happen when the time comes and Thanos becomes more than just a teaser at the end. FOX should at least attempt to combine these two teams themselves before one day Marvel Studio's is able to do so themselves. There is going to be two different "Quicksilver" characters after-all. Not too sure where villains land in terms of owning rights, and Apocalypse seemingly already being a lock, if the soon-to-be rebooted "Fantastic 4" doesn't begin with him, perhaps they team-up to face Galactus. Or the gods agree to allow Spider-Man into this mix and we have FOX's version of a "Secret War" of sorts.

Solo Spin-Offs

Again, there are so many mutants, and each have their own fan base. Similar to "Deadpool" characters like "Gambit" have also been rumored to be getting their own solo adventures. If not the "team" route, then some solo movies could also build up to a giant team-up (worked for Avengers). Could have "Gambit" and "Deadpool" like mentioned, as well "Cable", a team-up with "Cyclops & Jean Grey", even a "Summers Brothers" movie that includes "Mr. Sinister"? List is endless, and depends on personal preference as to who should get their own movie. But, that is kind of the point, FOX could be cashing in like they are over at Marvel Studio's. Whether it was directly within the story or by simple guest-spots by one or two characters in each film, they can all be "connected" leading to a grand finale.


Endless possibilities as the X-Men are a massive chunk of the character catalog of Marvel Comics. And seems that although we've had 6, soon to be 8 X-Films, it seems as though there could be "more". I know not everyone wants to, and it doesn't necessarily mean things will be a success. However, it has helped that every year there is 1-2 of the Avengers related movies out every year, with the Blu-Ray/DVD/Digital releases filling the gaps in between. Announcing that there is already a follow-up to "Days Of Future Past" is a step in a good direction, but again, give us more than just a single X-Men team and Wolvie being the only solo-flick recipient.

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Why Nerds And Geeks Should Honor Canada

Perhaps "honor" is the wrong word to use, or maybe I am acting the stereotype of a Canadian and being modest ahaha But, seriously though even as a Canuck Nerd, I find myself thanking my country for some of these people.
Some are iconic, some were part of things that "failed" box-office wise, none the less all these Canadians were/are part of Nerd history on the big and small screens.

Anna Paquin

She is "Rogue" in the X-Men movies, and is "Sookie Stackhouse" on True Blood. Not a fan? Oscar winner at the age of 11, so props must be given.

Stephen Amell

Amell is Oliver Queen (Green Arrow) on The CW's "Arrow". Season 2 premieres this coming Wednesday (Oct. 9th). 

Ryan Reynolds

Despite the reviews or the box-office numbers, Reynolds has portrayed Green Lantern Hal Jordan in 2011's "Green Lantern" and Deadpool aka Wade Wilson in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" in 2009.

Ellen Page

Ellen has been in the X-Men movie saga as Katherine "Kitty" Pryde or Shadowcat for you mutants out there. Plus, she's Ellen Page....you're welcome.

Keanu Reeves

All jokes aside, John Constantine in 2005's "Constantine". Oh, and I guess there was also that other small time role in The Matrix trilogy ahahaha He's Neo *censored*'s!!

Jim Carrey

Known for so many characters and roles from a range of movies, but his roles as Stanley Ipkiss in 1994's "The Mask", The Riddler in "Batman Forever" (1995) and most recently, Col. Stars And Stripes in this years "Kick-Ass 2".

Laura Vandervoort

You may notice that your current drooling pattern is the same as when you watched televisions "Smallville". That is because she was Kara-El/Kara Kent aka Supergirl on the hit series. You're very welcome.

Seth Rogan

Okay, maybe we owe the world an apology for this, but then again he was the Green Hornet and we were not in 2011's "Green Hornet".

Michael J. Fox

Pretty sure he's an American citizen now, but he's Canadian born regardless, oh and he was also Marty McFly in the classic "Back To The Future" trilogy.

Dan Aykroyd

Co-Created, co-wrote and starred as Ray Stantz in both "Ghostbusters" movies and is willing to make more unlike a certain American (we are lookin' at you Bill).

Rick Moranis

Probably not his "biggest" roles but at the same time kind of were. Louis Tully and well The Keymaster (when possessed) in the "Ghostbusters" films. And was great as Dark Helmet in "Spaceballs" (1987).

Kristin Kreuk

Kristin was Lana Lang in televisions hit show "Smallville". As well as Chun-Li in 2009's "Street Fighter: The Legend Of Chun-Li". And would possibly make a good Catwoman if ever cast to play her.

Nathan Fillion

Nathan has voiced the character in DC's animated movies, and is many peoples choice to play the live screen version of Green Lantern Hal Jordan. He also played lead in televisions "Firefly" and the movie "Serenity" (2005) as Capt. Malcolm Reynolds.

Erica Durance

Erica portrayed the iconic character Lois Lane, and some other characters while possessed on televisions "Smallville". And she was Wonder Woman in a television series that was almost given the "green light".

Aaron Ashmore

Another alumni of televisions hit series of yesteryear "Smallville", Aaron played the role of Jimmy Olsen. And is ironically friends with "Superman Returns" (2006) Jimmy Olsen, Sam Huntington. Oh and....

Shawn Ashmore

Aaron's twin brother is Shawn (as you could tell I am sure) who played Eric Summers on a few occasions on "Smallville". Shawn however is better known for portraying Bobby Drake aka Iceman in the X-Men movies.

Cobie Smulders

Best known for her role on televisions "How I Met Your Mother", Cobie however is known for her role as Agent Maria Hill in the blockbuster "The Avengers" (2012) and the characters recurring roles in other movies and television shows related to the film. And yes, I would cast her as Wonder Woman in an instant. Hint hint.

Hayden Christensen

Love or hate him and/or Episodes II and III in the Star Wars saga, bottom line Hayden was/is Anakin Skywalker and Darth frickin' Vader. Even currently in the "upgraded" Ep. IV-VI. Again, Currently.

William Shatner

Like we have done with Star Wars, Canada gets a win in the Star Trek universe with the original Captain James T. Kirk being Canadian born William Shatner.


Honorable mentions include, James Doohan as Scotty in the Star Trek universe and Pamela Anderson (the early years) with the title character in "Barb Wire" (1996).

Although not Nerd-related, we apologize for the likes of Celine Dion and Justin Beiber. Nobody's perfect right?

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