Hasbro - Hasbro Unveils Exciting X-Men ’97 Marvel Legends Series at San Diego Comic-Con 2023

By Mulder, 22 august 2023

In a thrilling announcement at San Diego Comic-Con 2023, Hasbro has revealed an extensive lineup of Marvel Legends figures tied to the highly-anticipated return of the X-Men animated series on Disney+. The X-Men ’97 Marvel Legends Series promises to bring fan-favorite characters to life in intricate detail, capturing the essence of their appearances in the upcoming animated revival.

Marvel studios’ X-men ’97 team up pack (Approx. Retail Price: $44.99/Available: Fall 2023)

The X-Men ’97 Team Up Pack, part of Hasbro’s Epic Hero Series, is set to captivate fans with an array of characters ready for epic adventures. Priced at $44.99, this pack includes 4-inch-scale action figures of Storm, Marvel’s Rogue, Cyclops, Wolverine, and Gambit. The set also features 6 coordinating mutant power clip-on accessories, allowing kids ages 4 and up to recreate the most memorable battles from the animated series. The X-Men ’97 Team Up Pack will be available exclusively at Target this Fall.

Marvel legends series Marvel’s Rogue (Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available: Fall 2023)

Celebrating the Marvel Universe, the Marvel Legends Series introduces the 6-inch scale Marvel’s Rogue figure. Priced at $24.99, this high-quality figure showcases Rogue's super strength and flight abilities, along with her mutant power to absorb powers and memories with a touch. The design is inspired by her appearance in Marvel Studios’ X-Men ’97 and includes 2 entertainment-inspired accessories.

Marvel legends series Gambit (Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available: Fall 2023)

The Marvel Legends Series Gambit figure, priced at $24.99, captures the suave and charming mutant known for his affinity for playing cards and kinetic charging abilities. The 6-inch scale figure features design elements inspired by Gambit's appearance in X-Men ’97 and comes with 3 entertainment-inspired accessories, including a throwing card hand.

Marvel legends series Storm (Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available: Fall 2023)

Storm, the Egyptian goddess with the power to control the weather at will, takes center stage in the Marvel Legends Series. Priced at $24.99, this 6-inch scale figure showcases Storm's unique abilities and features a design inspired by her role in X-Men ’97. The figure comes with 2 entertainment-inspired accessories.

Marvel legends series Wolverine (Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available: Fall 2023)

The Marvel Legends Series Wolverine figure, priced at $24.99, pays homage to the gruff mutant with healing factor powers and adamantium claws. The 6-inch scale figure boasts a design inspired by Wolverine's appearance in X-Men ’97 and includes 4 entertainment-inspired accessories.

Marvel legends series Magneto (Approx. Retail Price: $24.99/Available: Fall 2023)

Magneto, the self-proclaimed master of magnetism, joins the Marvel Legends Series with a figure priced at $24.99. Inspired by his appearance in X-Men ’97, this 6-inch scale figure includes 2 entertainment-inspired accessories, allowing fans to recreate iconic moments from the animated series.

Marvel legends series Marvel’s Bishop (Retail Price: $24.99/Available: Fall 2023)

Rounding out the impressive lineup is the Marvel Legends Series Marvel’s Bishop figure, priced at $24.99. This 6-inch scale figure, inspired by Bishop's appearance in X-Men ’97, comes with 3 entertainment-inspired accessories, showcasing the seasoned time-traveling mutant's energy-absorption powers.

With Hasbro's commitment to premium detail and articulation, these Marvel Legends figures are sure to become coveted additions to fan collections worldwide. The Fall 2023 release date adds to the anticipation, giving fans something to look forward to as they prepare to embark on new adventures with the iconic X-Men team.

In an exciting development for fans of the iconic 1990s animated series, X-Men '97 is set to hit Disney+ in early 2024, promising a revival of the beloved Marvel Comics superhero team. Helmed by creator Beau DeMayo, the animated series will continue the storyline from where the original X-Men: The Animated Series left off in 1997. Produced by Marvel Studios Animation, the show boasts a stellar cast, with original series veterans such as Cal Dodd, Lenore Zann, George Buza, Catherine Disher, Chris Potter, Alison Sealy-Smith, Adrian Hough, Christopher Britton, and Alyson Court reprising their roles.

The announcement in November 2021 stirred up nostalgia among fans, as it marked Marvel Studios' return to the X-Men universe after regaining the rights from 20th Century Fox. The series is not only a nod to the past but also a testament to its enduring popularity, with a second season already in development. With a mix of original cast members and new voices, X-Men '97 promises to blend classic elements with modern storytelling, exploring the intricate dynamics of the mutant superhero team in a world that has changed since their last adventure in the '90s.

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X-Men '97
Created by Beau DeMayo
Based on X-Men by Stan Lee, Jack Kirby
Voices of Ray Chase, Jennifer Hale, Lenore Zann, George Buza, Holly Chou, Christopher Britton, Alison Sealy-Smith
Cal Dodd, A. J. LoCascio, Matthew Waterson, Catherine Disher,Chris Potter, Adrian Hough, Alyson Court
Theme music composer : Haim Saban, Shuki Levy
Composer : The Newton Brothers
Executive producers : Kevin Feige, Dana Vasquez-Eberhardt, Brad Winderbaum, Beau DeMayo
Production company : Marvel Studios Animation
Network: Disney+

(Source : press release)