Marvel Studios has cast Cyclops, the leader of the X-Men, in its upcoming reboot. Following rumors of Cooper Hoffman being eyed for the role, Marvel has surprised fans with its actual casting. According to a report from Deadline, Marvel Studios has cast Kit Connor as Scott Summers in the film. Connor will be the fourth actor to play the character on screen, following James Marsden, Tim Pocock, and Tye Sheridan. Connor is the second official cast member for X-Men, following the casting of Samara Weaving as Emma Frost.