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X-Men: Apocalypse 2016

“Only the strong will survive.”

★ 6.5/10 · 13,883 votes PG-13 Science FictionFantasyAction Released
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What is X-Men: Apocalypse?

X-Men: Apocalypse is a 2016 science fiction, fantasy, and action film that serves as the twelfth installment in the X-Men film series. Set in the 1980s, the narrative follows the X-Men as they confront a significant threat to humanity.

Type
Film
Year
2016
Status
Released
Runtime
144 minutes
Release date
May 18, 2016
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
The Donners' Company, Bad Hat Harry Productions, Genre Films
Budget
$178,000,000
Revenue
$543,934,787
Genres
Science Fiction, Fantasy, Action
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X-Men: Apocalypse is a 2016 science fiction, fantasy, and action film that serves as the twelfth installment in the X-Men film series. Set in the 1980s, the narrative follows the X-Men as they confront a significant threat to humanity. The plot centers on the re-emergence of the world’s first mutant, an ancient and all-powerful figure named En Sabah Nur, also known as Apocalypse. This powerful entity intends to bring destruction to the world to ensure that only the strong survive. To counter this extinction-level plan, the X-Men must unite to defeat him. The film has a runtime of two hours and twenty-four minutes and received a PG-13 rating. It was released in the United States on May 27, 2016. The production is recognized as the fourth and final installment of the X-Men prequel films and is followed by the film Dark Phoenix. The central conflict revolves around the team's efforts to stop the world-destroyer from executing his plan to reshape the world through global devastation.

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Should you watch it?

“The X-Men must unite to stop an ancient mutant from executing his world-ending plan.”

Reasons to watch
  • high-stakes conflict
  • ensemble mutant team-up
Keep in mind
  • intense apocalyptic themes

Watch it if you enjoy large-scale superhero battles against powerful ancient adversaries.

The film contains sequences of intense action and global destruction.

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What is the central conflict?

The X-Men must unite to defeat the world's first mutant, Apocalypse, who threatens global extinction.

Who is the primary antagonist?

The primary antagonist is Apocalypse, a world-destroying mutant who has re-emerged.

What is the goal of the antagonist?

Apocalypse intends to carry out an extinction-level plan.

Is this a team-based story?

Yes, the X-Men must unite to face the threat.

What is the tone of the film?

The film features high-stakes action and dramatic conflict regarding a global threat.