Marvel Comics · New Release · June 3, 2026 · 5-Issue Limited Series

X-Men '97: Season Two #1 — The Official Marvel Comics Prelude to the Disney+ Series

Written by Steve Foxe · Art by Salva Espin · Colors by Matt Milla · Cover by Todd Nauck · In Stock Now at $4.99

What is X-Men '97: Season Two #1?

X-Men '97: Season Two #1 is the official Marvel Comics prelude to the highly anticipated second season of the hit Disney+ animated series X-Men '97. On sale June 3, 2026, this 5-issue limited series bridges the gap between the explosive Season 1 finale and the events of Season 2, which premieres on Disney+ on July 1, 2026.

Extinction Day has come and gone. Your favorite X-Men are scattered across time — some stranded in Ancient Egypt, others in the far future — while back in the 1990s, suspicious foes and dangerous new strains of mutant intolerance are rising in their absence. Forge and Bishop remain in the present, trying to rebuild the X-Men while the world hunts mutantkind.

With Apocalypse looming as the season's major villain, the stakes have never been higher for Cyclops, Storm, Wolverine, Jean Grey, Rogue, Gambit, Jubilee, Beast, Morph, and the rest of the team. This comic is essential reading before you watch Season 2.

"The team left us one heck of an era-spanning cliffhanger, and our prequel for Season Two doesn't take any cheats or shortcuts around that wild status quo. We got to work closely with the series team to make sure this comic is a vital, additive experience for our mutants."

— Steve Foxe, Writer of X-Men '97: Season Two

Why Read the X-Men '97 Season 2 Comic Before Watching?

Unlike many TV tie-in comics, the X-Men '97 prelude series is developed directly alongside the show's creative team. Steve Foxe worked closely with the series team to ensure this comic isn't just a promotional companion — it's a vital, canon story that fills in gaps the show doesn't have time to cover.

For New Readers Perfect jumping-on point Even if you haven't seen Season 1, this comic catches you up on where each X-Man is and what's at stake heading into Season 2 — with the same energetic art style as the animated series.

For Season 1 Fans Canon story — not a filler tie-in Marvel confirmed this series is developed alongside the show's writers. It explores Season 2's biggest plot threads and spotlights the major new characters joining the cast — making it required reading.

X-Men '97 Season 2 Story — What We Know

Season 2 picks up directly after the Season 1 finale's shocking cliffhanger. The X-Men are divided and thrown across different eras in time, struggling to navigate their return home while back in the 1990s, suspicious foes and new strains of mutant intolerance are on the rise.

Time-Lost X-Men Cyclops, Storm, Wolverine and others are scattered from Ancient Egypt to the far future, racing against time to return home and stop Apocalypse.

Present-Day X-Men Forge and Bishop remain in the 1990s, trying to rebuild the X-Men in a world that still hunts mutants while the team is scattered across time.

New Characters Sabretooth, Lady Deathstrike, Havok, Polaris, Psylocke, Archangel, Colossus, Danger, and Mariko all join the cast in Season 2.

About X-Men '97 on Disney+

X-Men '97 is Marvel Animation's revival of the beloved X-Men: The Animated Series (1992–1997), continuing the story of the X-Men in the same continuity as the original show. Season 1 debuted on Disney+ on March 20, 2024 and became one of the most acclaimed superhero animated series in years, earning universal praise for its storytelling, animation, and emotional depth.

Season 2 premieres July 1, 2026 on Disney+ and consists of 9 episodes. A third season was confirmed in March 2024, cementing X-Men '97 as one of Marvel Animation's flagship ongoing series. The voice cast returns in full, with several new characters being introduced throughout the season.

The Creative Team Behind X-Men '97: Season Two #1

The same team behind the acclaimed Season 1 prelude is back

Writer Steve Foxe Writer of the acclaimed X-Men '97 Season 1 prelude comic and a lifelong X-Men fan. Worked directly with the show's creative team to make this series canon-accurate and story-essential.

Artist Salva Espin Dynamic Marvel artist whose expressive, action-packed style perfectly captures the kinetic energy of the animated series. Returns from the Season 1 prelude.

Colorist Matt Milla Returning colorist whose vibrant palette faithfully recreates the animated series' iconic visual style, making every page feel like a frame from the show.

Cover Artist Todd Nauck Veteran Marvel artist and returning X-Men '97 cover artist. Also provides the ultra-rare 1:100 virgin variant cover for serious collectors.

X-Men '97: Season Two #1 Variant Covers

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Issue Details

Publisher Marvel Comics	On Sale Date June 3, 2026	Series Length 5-Issue Limited Series
Page Count 32 Pages	Cover Price $4.99	Tie-In Show X-Men '97 on Disney+