Stranger Things actress Sadie Sink seems like the favorite to play the iconic mutant in the Marvel universe
An explosive combination?
According to Sneider, Marvel Studios is seriously considering Sadie Sink to play Jean Grey, with a possible appearance in the highly anticipated film Avengers: Judgment Daywhich is scheduled to premiere in May 2026. If confirmed, this would mark the official debut of the X-Men in the MCU, an event fans have been waiting for since Disney’s acquisition of Fox.
The reporter also notes that plans for the mutants seem to be progressing rapidly. Marvel may have an X-Men movie in mind for November 2027, just six months after release Avengers: Secret Wars. This reinforces the idea that The “Mutant Saga” is closer than we think.
What do we know about the casting?
While everything is in the early stages, Sneider suggests that Marvel Studios could opt for a younger cast for the X-Men. This approach wouldn’t be new, considering how the Russo brothers helped discover Tom Holland as Spider-Man Captain America: Civil War.
Additionally, the possibility of Sink working alongside an already established cast in the MCU is exciting. Names such as Robert Downey Jr. (Doctor Doom), Tom Holland (Spider-Man), Chris Evans (Steve Rogers/Nomad) and Benedict Cumberbatch (Doctor Strange) are confirmed for Avengers: Judgment Day.
Why Sadie Sink?
The 22-year-old actress has demonstrated that she has the talent and charisma necessary to play an emblematic role like that of Jean Grey. From his portrayal of Max Mayfield in Stranger things also his performance in films like The whale and the trilogy Street of fearSink has proven to be one of Hollywood’s most exciting young prospects.
Jean Gray is not just any character: her story is deeply linked to the essence of the X-Men and, obviously, to the iconic saga of Dark Phoenix. The right casting can make all the difference, and it looks like Marvel is betting big on Sink as the next mutant star.
The future of the X-Men in Marvel
While a director has not yet been attached for the X-Men film, it’s clear that the studio has big plans to integrate these characters into its cinematic universe. Ever since Disney acquired Fox, fans have speculated about how mutants will be introduced into the MCU Avengers: Judgment Day It might be the perfect platform to start with.
Against Avengers: Judgment Day scheduled for May 2026 e Avengers: Secret Wars A year later, it seems that Marvel is preparing an epic showdown between the Avengers and the fearsome Doctor Doom, which will also serve as a starting point for the X-Men.
What to expect from Avengers: Judgment Day?
While plot details are scarce, we know that the Avengers will face Doctor Doom, one of Marvel’s most dangerous villains. This film will bring together iconic heroes like Spider-Man, Sam Wilson’s Captain America, Reed Richards and many others, setting the stage for the epic conclusion in Secret Wars.
With the possible inclusion of Jean Gray and the X-Men, Judgment Day it could mark the beginning of a new era for the MCU, one that many have been anxiously awaiting for years.
A wait that will be worth it
While there’s still time before we see Sadie Sink as Jean Gray on the big screen, the rumors have raised high expectations among Marvel fans and followers of the actress. If these speculations prove true, we would be faced with one of the most exciting castings of recent years.
For now we just have to wait for Marvel Studios to formalize what promises to be the beginning of a new and exciting phase for the MCU. Fingers crossed that this mutant dream becomes a reality!