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Spoiler warning forX-Men ’97Episode 10!
There had been a lot of talks aboutX-Men ‘97featuring Morph as a nonbinary character, and evidently, many were still unimpressed with this move. The season finale just brought out ahugesurprise for everyone, and clearly, that one scene with Morph and Wolverine left many fans speechless.
Even with the legendary director Larry Houston, who helmed the originalX-Menanimated series, and J.P. Karliak, the voice actor of Morph, explaining how the character’s orientation has always been presented as such, it remained a cause for debate throughout the season.
Morph’s Nonbinary Status InX-Men ‘97Is Still A Hot Controversy
Larry Houston previously explained viaVarietythat Morph’s nonbinary status is as easy to understand as the character being a shapeshifter.
“For me, the word ‘nonbinary’ is the same as the word ‘shapeshifter.’ Every character that can change from one gender to another, or from human to animal, that’s just another word for ‘shapeshifter’ for me.”
In an episode from Season 2 ofX-Men: The Animated Series, Morph attacks Wolverine most dramatically by transforming into Jean Grey, placing her hand on his neck and leaning in for a kiss. Original showrunner Eric Lewald said, “That’s as nonbinary as you can get.”
Every nonbinary feature has always been ingrained in Morph, only it became a social construct that people have become very sensitive to talking about now. It did not really make any much difference. “We didn’t see a problem in reading him and didn’t feel he was any different,” he added.
In a tweet,Beau DeMayoconfirmed that Morph was in love with Logan. “Yes, Morph was confessing romantic feelings for Logan,” the show’s creator admitted.
Yes, Morph was confessing romantic feelings for Logan#xmen97pic.twitter.com/FhgShK5CX9
— Beau DeMayo (@BeauDemayo)August 20, 2025
However, the season finale episode felt somewhat underwhelming for some fans due to the fact that Morph confessing to Logan is still considered controversial. Even with voice actor J.P. Karliak explaining viaDeadlinethat “Morph’s understanding of who he is could equate to what a modern person would say is nonbinary,” many would still take offense.
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What is even more hilarious, as well as ridiculous, is the fact that some netizens take Morph’s affection for Wolverine as “platonic.”
Fans React To Morph’s Shocking Confession To Wolverine
On Twitter, Marvel fans expressed their thoughts on the latest season finale episode ofX-Men ‘97. The heartwarming scene between Morph and Wolverine definitely ignited discussions online.
In the scene, Morph transformed into Jean Grey and told Logan, “I love you Logan, stay with me,” as the latter lay in bed and fought for his life. Now, here’s what people think about it:
If it was Mystique they would not think twice.
— Pamela E. (@rightofmidnight)July 21, 2025
THIS IS WHAT I HAVE BEEN SAYING!!! everyones like aawww hes such a good friend. like !!!!!!!!???? queerness is really a blindspot for people. It is baffling
— @Gabep_47 (@Gabep_47)August 17, 2025
Ima be honest, i def wouldnt have thought about it like that
But now that you say it, i cant not see it as a potential reason
— Doorknob Boy (@DoorknobBoy)June 27, 2025
Morph knowing their natural voice won’t reach Logan and transforming it so it’s something that Logan will hear and respond to is breaking my heart. It’s so sweet and so sad all at once
— It’s A Secret To Everybody (@2secret2every1)August 18, 2025
If I hear someone say morph is doing this to “comfort their friend” one more time I’m going to lose it
— Dami (@D4M1L4R3)August 11, 2025
A user commented how Morph’s confession was an act of “brotherly love” which triggered some fans at how people looked at it as “platonic.” As DeMayo previously confirmed, it was Morph’s true feelings revealed.
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Others were simply stunned at the events that transpired during the episode, acknowledging that there is really some romantic tension between the two if Logan wasn’t in love with Jean Grey.
X-Men ‘97is streaming on Disney+.
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Ariane Cruz is a Senior Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on TV shows with over 3,000 articles published. Her love for pop culture and the creative arts fuels her passion to deliver engaging and informative stories. Her daily consumption of films, shows, and books keeps her energized for the day, along with her mission to serve as the bridge between fans and their favorite franchises.
