X-Men '97 concluded with its final episode, leaving many fans pleasantly surprised. The episode delighted viewers by showcasing numerous beloved characters from the franchise and hiding intricate details for fans to discover.

The incredibly successful remake of the popular animated series, X-Men '97, has finally concluded — at least for now. Packed with countless elements from the original, the final episode includes a touching tribute to one of the franchise's most beloved characters and the actor who portrayed them.

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The finale episode of X-Men '97 aired just a few days ago, and keen-eyed fans noticed a surprising and heartwarming detail. As shared by @XMenUpdate on Twitter, the episode featured a brief glimpse of one of the franchise's most popular characters — Magneto. This moment was not just a nod to the character, but also served as a tribute to the actors who have brought Magneto to life over the years. This touching detail resonated deeply with fans, honoring the legacy of a beloved character and the talent behind him.

The scene featured documents of Omega Level mutants, one of which is Magneto. When zoomed in, viewers can clearly see the character along with his details and charts. However, the most intriguing detail is just underneath the image, where the actors' names are listed. The Easter Egg cleverly uses Magneto's aliases to honor the actors who portrayed him: Erik Lehnsherr (his in-universe name), David Hamblen (the late voice actor from the original X-Men series), Ian McKellen, and Michael Fassbender. This small yet meaningful nod serves as a tribute to the talents behind Magneto, acknowledging their significant contributions to bringing the character to life and cementing his place in the franchise. It provides a touching end to the series.

Fans have eagerly expressed their gratitude and admiration for this detail, praising the creators for their thoughtful tribute. Many viewers have pointed out that it is immediately apparent who the showrunners' favorite character is when watching this series, showcasing their deep appreciation for Magneto. Another fascinating detail noted by a fan is that the stats used in the scene are the same as those featured in the Fleer 97 trading card collection, adding a nostalgic touch for longtime fans. Furthermore, the entire episode was filled with cameos and Easter Eggs from the vast Marvel Universe, surprising and delighting many fans. Overall, the finale of X-Men '97 has been met with acclaim, with fans eagerly anticipating what the next season will bring. The series has successfully delivered a satisfying conclusion while setting the stage for exciting developments to come, ensuring that fans have plenty to look forward to.

All of X-Men '97 season 1 is available to stream on Disney Plus.

Source: @XMenUpdate | Twitter

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The animated X-Men team returns in the Disney Plus reboot, X-Men '97. With Professor X gone, Cyclops, Wolverine, Jean Grey, and the rest of the mutants find themselves under the leadership of Magneto and facing a new threat. X-Men '97 is the first project under the newly created Marvel Animation banner.

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