The first X-Men movie directed by Bryan Singer is released, introducing the X-Men characters to a modern movie audience and launching the popular X-Men film franchise.
The original X-Men comic book series by Marvel Comics debuts, created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, laying the foundation for the eventual film adaptations.
Bryan Singer is announced to direct the new X-Men film, a significant step for the project’s development and success.
In a flashback, Logan (Wolverine) and Victor Creed (Sabretooth) fight in a traditional Japanese setting, revealing their violent past.
Charles Xavier discovers Rogue and her mutant powers, and invites her to join his school for mutants.
Rogue uses her powers unintentionally, causing harm to her boyfriend, leading her to flee from her home and seek help.
Professor Xavier assembles mutants including Cyclops, Storm, Jean Grey, and Wolverine to form the X-Men.
Magneto explains his intention to mutate humans using a machine powered by Magneto's helmet designed to amplify his magnetic powers.
The X-Men infiltrate Magneto's base at Alkali Lake to stop his machine and rescue Rogue.
Storm uses her weather manipulation powers to fight Toad during the Alkali Lake conflict.
Wolverine fights Sabretooth in Magneto's submarine base to protect Professor Xavier and Rogue.
The X-Men successfully disable Magneto's machine, preventing forced mutation of humans.
Magneto uses his powers to escape captivity, taking Rogue with him briefly before she is rescued.
