Is A New Wolverine Movie on The Horizon For The MCU?

Latest Trademark Filing Sparks Buzz About Marvel’s Upcoming Mutant Era

As the Multiverse Saga approaches its epic conclusion, excitement is building for what’s next in the Marvel Cinematic Universe: a fresh chapter centered on mutants and the X-Men. With plans evolving since Disney’s acquisition of Fox in 2019, Marvel appears to be shifting priorities toward major theatrical releases over numerous streaming series.

A Telling Trademark Discovery

Fans are abuzz after a recent trademark registration for “Wolverine” surfaced on the United States Patent and Trademark Office database. Filed by Marvel Characters, Inc., on December 12, 2025, it covers categories like motion picture production and distribution. Notably, it hasn’t appeared on international registries yet—a pattern that has preceded title reveals for several Multiverse Saga projects in the past.

A “WOLVERINE” trademark has appeared on USPTO website but not the EUIPO as of 12.12.25#XMen #MarvelStudios pic.twitter.com/k04T20eGIm

— Caleb Williams (@KnightGambit) December 17, 2025

Why Wolverine Could Lead the Charge

Given recent box office challenges and a deliberate slowdown in content output to maintain quality, leaning on proven fan-favorites makes strategic sense. Wolverine stands out as one of the most iconic and beloved X-Men characters, both in comics and on screen. Hugh Jackman‘s portrayal became the cornerstone of the previous Fox films, and his recent return has only heightened anticipation. While Jackman has dropped hints about potential appearances in upcoming Avengers entries, this new filing likely points to something separate—a dedicated project for the clawed hero in the MCU proper.

Two costumed characters stand side by side; one in a red and black suit with hands on hat face, the other in a yellow suit looking forward. — Photo Credit: Marvel Studios

Building Toward a Bigger Mutant Story

A smart approach might mirror the early days of the MCU: starting with solo outings for key characters before uniting them in a grand team-up film. Launching with Wolverine could provide a strong foundation, allowing other mutants to get their spotlight without being eclipsed, as sometimes happened in prior adaptations. This way, the broader X-Men ensemble can shine in future stories.

The Big Casting Question

Of course, one of the most intriguing aspects is who might step into the role for this new era. Jackman’s version has been outstanding, but it diverged from the classic comic depiction in height and build. Marvel could opt for a fresh take closer to the source material, balancing star appeal with authenticity when selecting the next actor to don the adamantium claws.

While nothing is official yet, these developments suggest thrilling times ahead for mutant fans in the MCU.