Marvel’s animated shows have always been exciting and entertaining, but none of them have ever had a real, crucial impact on the events of the live-action Marvel Cinematic Universe. That’s about to change. Speaking on the Official Marvel Podcast, the head of streaming, television, and animation for Marvel Studios, Brad Winderbaum, revealed that the upcoming Eyes of Wakanda will be the most singularly important animated show to the MCU to date.
When asked about X-Men ‘97, he teased big things to come—and a lot of progress—on season two. “We have big plans for the second season,” Winderbaum said. “I’ve already seen all the animatics. We’re well on our way to creating something that hits the heights of the first season. I know the first season is an emotional ride. That ride continues in a very X-Men fashion in the second season.” He also described What If...