Common Sense Media Review
By Polly Conway
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Stellar retro animated action-adventure has violence.
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X-Men '97
What's the Story?
Professor Charles Xavier is dead, and Cyclops and his team are now running his school for young people with special powers. Sentinel technology has been co-opted by vicious villains. And X-Men Jean Gray and Cyclops are thinking about leaving the team to raise their baby in normalcy. But some want revenge against Xavier's killer, Bolivar Trask. And what's revealed in his will turns the team's world upside down. How will the X-Men proceed while still fighting for their rights and the rights of others?
Is It Any Good?
This outstanding series deals with lots of big issues, while still remaining a rollicking good time. X-Men '97 brings along its predecessor's 1990s vibes, while adding depth to its characters' stories. The X-Men's constant fight to be accepted, as well as do good by helping other mutants, are themes powerfully furthered here. There are some fun nods to the '90s (A rave! A Benneton fashion show!), and the animation style mimics animated X-Men of the past without looking dated. This fresh, action-packed series is a worthy addition to the Marvel universe and a great watch for families with tweens.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the X-Men's world and discrimination. Would you like to have powers or not? Think about how the X-Men are treated.
Families can talk about teamwork. How do the X-Men work together to make their world a better place?
Is Magneto "good" or "bad?" What do his actions show?
TV Details
- Premiere date : March 20, 2024
- Cast : Jennifer Hale , Ray Chase , George Buza
- Network : Disney+
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Superheroes , Adventures , Robots
- Character Strengths : Courage , Teamwork
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- Award : Common Sense Selection
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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