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See James McAvoy Transform Into Bald Xavier For ‘X-Men Apocalypse’

It’s never too early to geek out over the next “X-Men” movie, “X-Men: Apocalypse.” Thankfully, Bryan Singer understands. Or maybe he just enables. Either way, the “X-Men” sage keeps a solid Instagram, and the other day he shared a photo of James McAvoy in mid-transformation to become the bald version of Professor Charles Xavier. In case you can’t read the caption, it’s “#Xavier reborn (in process) #jamesmcavoy #XMEN #XMenApocalypse @xmenmovies.”

Here you go:

#Xavier reborn (in process ) #jamesmcavoy #XMEN #XMenApocalypse @xmenmovies

A photo posted by Bryan Singer (@bryanjaysinger) on May 8, 2015 at 5:16pm PDT

James McAvoy is so fine even his bald profile is sexy. Then again, same to Patrick Stewart. Most of the recent cast members are returning for this sequel to “Days of Future Past” — including McAvoy, Michael Fassbender and Jennifer Lawrence — with several newcomers joining the fold, including Oscar Isaac , as Apocalypse.

The magic is happening now, but we won’t see it for another full year. “X-Men: Apocalypse” is scheduled for a May 27, 2016 release.

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May 13, 2015
This First Look at Jubilee & Jean Grey in ‘X-Men: Apocalypse’ Is ’80s Perfection

It looks like director Bryan Singer is taking the 1980s setting of “X-Men: Apocalypse” seriously, based on a new behind-the-scenes photo of two new mutants.

On Thursday, Singer shared a snap of actresses Lana Condor and Sophie Turner on set, looking every bit the ’80s part: they sport high-waisted jeans, neon, exaggerated shoulders, and of course, wacky, overly-teased hairdos. Condor and Turner, who play Jubilee and Jean Grey, respectively, were apparently shooting a scene at an arcade on what Singer said was their second day of filming.

Fun second day with @sophie_789 @lanacondor #JeanGrey #Jubilee #XMEN #XMenApocalypse

A photo posted by Bryan Singer (@bryanjaysinger) on Apr 30, 2015 at 9:10am PDT

Based on this photo alone, it looks like audiences are in for a winkingly-retro treat, much in the same way that “X-Men: Days of Future Past” embraced its 1970s setting. The rest of the cast includes “X-Men” regulars Jennifer Lawrence, James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Nicholas Hoult, Rose Byrne, Evan Peters, and Lucas Till, and newcomers Alexandra Shipp, Kodi Smit-McPhee Ben Hardy, Tye Sheridan, Olivia Munn, and Oscar Isaac.

“X-Men: Apocalypse” is due in theaters on May 27, 2016.

[via: Bryan Singer]

Photo credit: Bryan Singer

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April 30, 2015
‘X-Men: Apocalypse’: First Day on Set, See Photo of Nightcrawler … Before He’s Gone

And just like that — poof! — he’s gone. Director Bryan Singer cleverly teased the return of Nightcrawler for his movie “X-Men: Apocalypse,” which is set to come out May 27, 2016 and just started production.

Here’s Bryan’s tweet from this morning (Monday, April 27):

First day on set! Here is @kodismitmcpheee as #Nightcrawler. Catch him before he’s gone…. https://t.co/f8ppx6MCBn

– Bryan Singer (@BryanSinger) April 27, 2015

Bless him, you know what he did? He quickly deleted that Instagram pic, so now Nightcrawler cannot be found. Well played. You may remember Alan Cumming’s Nightcrawler from “X2” and now Kodi Smit-McPhee will be playing the mutant who can teleport in puffs of smoke.

Comicbook.com captured the new image before Singer could delete it:
“X-Men: Apocalypse” will bring back the new regulars — including James McAvoy, Jennifer Lawrence, and Michael Fassbender — with some new faces, from McPhee to “Game of Thrones” star Sophie Turner as Jean Grey.

Keep an eye on Singer’s Twitter (and Instagram) for more updates. He’s having too much fun teasing us, but we don’t mind.
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April 27, 2015
‘X-Men: Apocalypse’ Finds Its Nightcrawler With Kodi Smit-McPhee

What’s the best way to up your follower count on Instagram? If you’re Bryan Singer, you use your account to tease your upcoming movie. Yesterday he dropped some concept art for “X-Men: Apocalypse,” and late last night, Singer revealed his new Nightcrawler. Singer posted a professional-looking headshot of Kodi Smit-McPhee, with the caption, ” Excited to welcome @kodismitmcphee to the cast of #XmenApocalypse as young #Nightcrawler.” Smit-McPhee doubled up on the message by posting a similar Instagram announcement.

Kodi Smit-McPhee first snagged our attention as the nameless young boy in “The Road,” followed by roles in “Let Me In,” “ParaNorman,” and “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes.” However, the character of Nightcrawler, a fuzzy blue mutant with a prehensile tail, is probably the weirdest of them all. Alan Cumming transmogrified into a super creepy Nightcrawler in “X-Men 2,” complete with yellow eyes, two-fingered hands, and scarred blue skin.

Smit-McPhee is joining a cast stacked with “X-Men” regulars like James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence Evan Peters, and Nicholas Hoult, as well as newcomers Sophie Turner, Alexandra Shipp, Tye Sheridan, and Oscar Isaac. “X-Men Apocalypse” is currently slated for release on May 27, 2016.

Excited to welcome @kodismitmcphee to the cast of #XmenApocalypse as young #Nightcrawler. @alexvaughanphoto

A photo posted by Bryan Singer (@bryanjaysinger) on Feb 17, 2015 at 8:21pm PST

I am humbled and honored to be joining this incredible project and to be able to tell the story of the well respected young mutant Nightcrawler. Thank you @Bryanjaysinger, and the passionate Xmen fans. @20thcenturyfox #Nightcrawler #XmenApocalypse

A photo posted by Kodi Smit-Mcphee (@kodismitmcphee) on Feb 17, 2015 at 10:22pm PST

[Via IGN]

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February 18, 2015
Sansa Stark Is the Latest Addition to ‘X-Men: Apocalypse’

Well, there are going to be some new mutants on the block when “X-Men: Apocalypse” opens next summer. And by new mutants we mean new version of old mutants (this is getting confusing). Last night on Twitter, “X-Men: Apocalypse” director Bryan Singer announced that Alexandra Shipp will be playing Storm, Sophie Turner will be Jean Grey, and Tye Sheridan will be Cyclops. The movie will open on May 27^th, 2016.

All three actors are up-and-coming stars, with Shipp having recently starred in the Lifetime “Aaliyah” movie (and since “X-Men: Apocalypse” is set in the ’80s, we hope that she rocks that awesome mohawk), while Sheridan has starred in “The Tree of Life,” “Mud,” “Joe,” and has a role in the upcoming “Scouts vs. Zombies.” Turner, of course, stars as Sansa Stark on “Game of Thrones” and has a number of buzz-worthy projects opening in the next year, including the action thriller “Barely Lethal,” with Samuel L. Jackson and Hailee Steinfeld.

These new actors will join previously established mutants Nicholas Hoult (Beast), Jennifer Lawrence (Mystique), James McAvoy (Professor X), Michael Fassbender (Magneto), Evan Peters (Quicksilver) and newcomer Oscar Isaac, who will play the titular baddie. Filming begins this spring. Hopefully your mutant power is patience.

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January 23, 2015