Marvel's upcoming film titled Avengers: Doomsday is generating buzz with the news that Famke Janssen will reprise her role as Jean Grey. Despite Janssen's previous denials regarding her involvement, X-Men writer Chris Claremont stated in a podcast that she is confirmed for the movie alongside other legacy cast members, including Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen. This follows Claremont's history of insider information regarding Marvel projects, raising speculation about the film's narrative direction and character integration. With a host of original X-Men cast returning, the movie could potentially set the stage for a clash between the Avengers and X-Men.

Will Famke Janssen appear as Jean Grey in Avengers: Doomsday?

Yes, according to writer Chris Claremont, Famke Janssen is confirmed to reprise her role as Jean Grey in Avengers: Doomsday, despite her past statements denying involvement.

Avengers: Doomsday follows Marvel's trend of resurrecting classic characters as fan-favorites from the Fox X-Men films come back into play. Famke Janssen originally portrayed Jean Grey beginning in 2000, and following her character's dramatic demise, Sophie Turner took over the role. The film not only brings back iconic characters but also opens the door to exploring the narrative potential of the Avengers' interaction with the X-Men, which has been a major topic of speculation among fans.