'X-Men '97' Episode 3 Takeaway: Jean Grey's true identity revealed as Mister Sinister's sly scheme comes to light

By Episode 3, all the mysteries surrounding the new Jean Grey have been uncovered
UPDATED MAR 27, 2024
'X-Men '97' Episode 3 reveals Mister Sinister's shocking ploy behind Jean Grey's clone (@Disney+)
'X-Men '97' Episode 3 reveals Mister Sinister's shocking ploy behind Jean Grey's clone (@Disney+)

Contains heavy spoilers for 'X-Men '97'

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The eagerly anticipated 'X-Men '97', a follow-up to the cherished 'X-Men: The Animated Series', released its third episode on Disney+ on Wednesday, March 27.

With a mix of new and returning voice talents, 'X-Men '97' promises an exciting journey for fans.

In the closing moments of Episode 2, an injured Jean Grey (Jennifer Hale) appears at the X-Men's home. This caused a stir among viewers, leading to questions about her identity since another Jean Grey is already in the mansion, alongside her and Scott's child.

By Episode 3, all the mysteries surrounding the new Jean Grey have been uncovered. If you've been curious about who she is and her reasons, we've got the answers for you!

Beast's revelation shocks X-Men, Scott discovers son with cloned Jean Grey

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Jean Grey and Scott in a screengrab from 'X-Men '97' (Disney+)

Upon her arrival at the X-Men's mansion, the new and injured Jean is promptly taken to Beast's (George Buza) laboratory for treatment and answers about her situation.

After a thorough examination, Beast concludes that the Jean who arrived at their doorstep is the authentic one. He determines this by comparing their cells and physical characteristics, revealing that Jean who is already with the X-Men is the real clone. 

The revelation comes as a surprise to everyone, particularly Scott (Ray Chase), who realizes he has a son with the cloned Jean.

Where is the real Jean Grey? Mastermind behind clone Jean revealed 

Mister Sinister in a still from 'X-Men: The Animated Series' (@Fox)
Mister Sinister in a still from 'X-Men: The Animated Series' (@Fox)

Upon learning that Jean who had been with the X-Men all along is actually the clone, everyone, including Scott, begins to regard her differently.

Distraught, she takes her newborn son and storms into her bedroom, where an eerie voice communicates with her through her baby monitor. It's later revealed that this voice belongs to Mister Sinister (Chris Britton), X-Men's primary antagonist after Magneto, and the mastermind behind the cloned Jean's creation.

He discloses that he orchestrated the cloning of the real Jean Grey and kept her captive until the clone could integrate into the X-Men and have a child. Mister Sinister's main interest lies in Scott and the clone's child above all else.

Will the cloned Jean remain with the X-Men, or will she align with Mister Sinister and cause chaos?

The first 3 episodes of 'X-Men '97' are streaming on Disney+

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