X-Men '97 season 2 is well underway now with new episodes of mutant mayhem arriving each week. The latest outing featured a pretty heartbreaking storyline and a post-credits scene. So understandably, you're probably keen to know when the next episode of the animated series will be available.
Well, you're in the right place. No need for Professor X-style psychic abilities here, we've got a complete guide about what you need to know about the show's release schedule. This includes how to watch new episodes, when exactly they're available, and how many there are.
For more, discover why the third season won't require as long a wait, as well as our guide on watching the current X-Men movies in order. You can also check out our spoiler-free X-Men '97 season 2 review for our verdict on the first four episodes of the new season. Snikt!
X-Men '97 season 2, episode 5 release date: what time is it on Disney Plus?
X-Men '97 season 2, episode 5 releases on Disney Plus on July 15. The next episode drops at midnight Pacific/3:00 AM Eastern. That's 8:00 AM BST in the UK.
For what that means in other regions, please use the time zone converter.
X-Men '97 season 2 release schedule: when are new episodes out?
Trust the X-Men to keep us on our toes. Marvel Studios has confirmed the first three episodes will be released on July 1, followed by individual new episodes every Wednesday.
Here's what the full X-Men '97 season 2 release schedule looks like:
- X-Men '97 season 2, episode 1 ('Days of Past Future'): July 1, 2026 – Out now!
- X-Men '97 season 2, episode 2 ('A Force to be Reckoned With'): July 1, 2026 – Out now!
- X-Men '97 season 2, episode 3 ('Rise of Apocalypse Part 1'): July 1, 2026 – Out now!
- X-Men '97 season 2, episode 4 ('Rise of Apocalypse Part 2'): July 8, 2026 – Out now!
- X-Men '97 season 2, episode 5 ('Weapon X, Lies and DVDs'): July 15, 2026
- X-Men '97 season 2, episode 6 ('Danger.Exe'): July 22, 2026
- X-Men '97 season 2, episode 7 ('Strange Land, Savage Heart'): July 29, 2026
- X-Men '97 season 2, episode 8 ('The Dead Man's Hand'): August 5, 2026
- X-Men '97 season 2, episode 9 ('Survival of the Fittest'): August 12, 2026
X-Men '97 season 2 episode count
X-Men '97 season 2 is a touch shorter than the first season, coming in at nine episodes. By comparison, there were 10 episodes in 2024's opening season.
Where to watch X-Men '97 season 2
As expected, X-Men '97 is available to watch exclusively for paying Disney Plus subscribers.
For more, here is how to watch the Marvel movies in order, from Iron Man to Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
