In the thrilling universe of Marvel's X-Men, two prominent characters stand tall – Charles Xavier, also known as Professor X, and Erik Lensherr, better recognized as Magneto. Portrayed by James McAvoy and Michael Fassbender respectively, these characters are the centerpiece of the captivating narrative presented in 'X-Men: First Class'. This film serves as a prequel to the original X-Men trilogy, delving into the intriguing backstory of these iconic characters and their complex relationship.
The story begins with Xavier and Lensherr in their youth, grappling with their emerging abilities in a world largely oblivious to the existence of mutants. Charles, with his telepathic prowess, and Erik, with his power over magnetism, are two young men exploring their newfound powers for the very first time. Their paths cross, and they find in each other a kindred spirit, a fellow mutant who understands the unique challenges and responsibilities that come with their extraordinary abilities.
As their bond deepens, Xavier and Lensherr join forces with a diverse group of mutants. Some of these mutants are familiar faces to fans of the X-Men franchise, while others are new and exciting additions. Together, this band of mutants works towards a common goal - to thwart a global threat that surpasses anything humanity has ever faced. This is a critical juncture in the lives of Charles and Erik, marking the time before they became the legendary figures of Professor X and Magneto, and when they shared an unbreakable friendship, rather than standing on opposing sides.
Main Cast of X-Men: First Class
James McAvoy
Michael Fassbender
Kevin Bacon
Rose Byrne
Jennifer Lawrence
Nicholas Hoult
Lucas Till
Secondary Cast of X-Men: First Class
![Josh Ramsay as Banshee (voice) [Uncredited]](https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w185/34ewFOKIbIbtL839725RTBZEmYb.jpg "Josh Ramsay")
Kieran Patrick Campbell
Venya Manzyuk
Sean Brown
Marios
Crew of X-Men: First Class
Full backstage crew list →- Released on June 01, 2011
- Part of the X-Men Collection
