CBR

  • The X-Men franchise faced uncertainty after X-Men: Apocalypse. 1 / 8

  • In addition to Apocalypse's underperformance, Bryan Singer was being ousted for a follow-up. 2 / 8

  • Longtime producer and screenwriter Simon Kinberg was approached to replace Singer. 3 / 8

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  • The returning cast members voiced their support for Kinberg taking the role. 4 / 8

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  • Jennifer Lawrence only agreed to reprise her role as Mystique if Kinberg directed. 5 / 8

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  • Sophie Turner had admitted she had an unpleasant experience working with Singer. 6 / 8

  • Kinberg stepped up to write, direct, and produce Dark Phoenix. 7 / 8

  • In his increased role, Kinberg would work closely with the cast regarding the film's story. 8 / 8