The show’s supervising producer explained how the villain’s inclusion in X-Men ’97 Season 2 was always part of the plan. Marvel addresses Kang’s return in X-Men ’97 Season 2Marvel Studios officially addressed Kang the Conqueror’s return through animation in X-Men ’97 Season 2. Supervising producer Jake Castorena spoke with ScreenRant about the decision to include the villain. This marks the first time any actor has portrayed the character since Jonathan Majors’ firing from Marvel Studios. X-Men ’97 has already received a Season 3 renewal, with new episodes expected sometime in 2027.