Sophie Turner. Image: AFP/Robyn Beck
Twentieth Century Fox has shared a new official trailer for the next “X-Men” movie. “Dark Phoenix” stars Sophie Turner in the title role, as well as Jennifer Lawrence, Jessica Chastain and James McAvoy. The film is directed by Simon Kinberg and lands in United States theaters June 7.
It has been a long time coming. After its theatrical release date was pushed back to June 7, fans have been treated to a fresh glimpse of what’s to come from “X-Men: Dark Phoenix.” Sophie Turner, who plays Sansa Stark in “Game of Thrones,” returns as the out-of-control Jean Grey in this “X-Men” franchise spin-off. The production team also shared the action movie’s official poster.
The trailer focuses on Jean Grey, who has become the most powerful mutant after a brush with death. Now unpredictable and dangerous, lashing out at loved ones, she grapples with superpowers that threaten the very existence of the X-Men.
“X-Men: Dark Phoenix” is slated for June 7 release in US theaters. The movie was previously set to open November 2018, before being pushed back to February 2019, and finally June. JB
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