X-Men: The Last Stand boasts an ensemble cast, comprising numerous stars who have continued to work prolifically in the entertainment industry. X-Men: The Last Stand, released in 2006, was the third installment of the original X-Men trilogy depicting Marvel’s famed mutant heroes. With the return of familiar faces and the introduction of new ones, X-Men: The Last Stand was a pivotal moment in the X-Men timeline. Almost two decades later, the cast members have continued their careers in various directions, from Broadway and television to major film roles and even directing.

Directed by Brett Ratner, X-Men: The Last Stand centers around the discovery of a cure for mutations, leading to a confrontation between the X-Men and Magneto’s Brotherhood. Complicating this, Jean Grey has returned from the grave as the malevolent Dark Phoenix. Though often criticized for mishandling its adaption of the Phoenix Saga, X-Men: The Last Stand had some good points, including its stellar cast.

12. Hugh Jackman Played Wolverine

Hugh Jackman Reprised The Role In 2024’s Deadpool & Wolverine

Hugh Jackman reprised his role as Wolverine in X-Men: The Last Stand, where his character faced the moral dilemma of dealing with the Phoenix, with repercussions haunting him throughout his solo trilogy. Wolverine’s journey in The Last Stand is one of intense emotional conflict, ultimately leading to one of the X-Men franchise’s most heartbreaking moments. Jackman’s portrayal of Wolverine has been widely praised, solidifying his status as one of the most iconic superhero portrayals in film history.

In 2024, Jackman returned to the role of Wolverine in Deadpool & Wolverine, once again thrilling audiences with his portrayal of the gruff, clawed mutant. Jackman has also returned to Broadway, starring in a revival of The Music Man, which has been critically lauded. As was Jackman’s performance in the 2022 drama movie The Son.

11. Halle Berry Played Storm

Berry Has Several Movie Credits For 2024

Halle Berry played Storm, one of the most powerful members of the X-Men, in X-Men: The Last Stand. In the film, Storm rises to a leadership role after Cyclops’ death and Jean Grey’s transformation into the Phoenix. Berry’s portrayal of Storm, with her commanding presence and control over the weather, made her one of the standout characters in the movie.

In 2024, Berry starred in The Union, an action-packed thriller alongside Mark Wahlberg, which has been well received. During production, Berry sparked speculation about a possible return to the X-Men franchise when she posted a photo of herself with a new, shorter haircut reminiscent of her look as Storm. Berry has continued to diversify her career, producing and starring in the survival horror film Never Let Go, and made her directorial debut in 2020 with the sports drama Bruised.

10. Ian McKellen Played Magneto

McKellen Is Currently Recovering From An On-Stage Injury

For X-Men: The Last Stand, Ian McKellen reprised his role as the villainous Magneto. Magneto leads the charge against the mutant cure and recruits a large army of mutants to his cause. McKellen’s portrayal of Magneto is both charismatic and menacing, capturing the complexity of a character who sees himself as the protector of mutantkind, willing to go to any lengths to achieve his goals.

Ian McKellen has continued to be active in both film and theater. In 2023, he starred in the British period thriller The Critic, which received critical acclaim. McKellen also returned to the stage in Player Kings, a play that combined Shakespeare’s Henry IV Part One and Part Two, where he played Falstaff. Unfortunately, McKellen had to cut short his participation in the play’s tour after sustaining an injury from a fall during a performance.

9. Patrick Stewart Played Charles Xavier

Stewart Just Finished Playing Another Iconic Role

Patrick Stewart returned to his iconic role as Professor Charles Xavier in X-Men: The Last Stand. In the movie, Xavier faces one of his greatest challenges as he tries to help his former student, Jean Grey, and her overwhelming powers. Stewart adds gravitas to the film, particularly in the tense moments between Xavier and Magneto, and in the tragic confrontation with Jean Grey.

In 2024, Stewart remains a significant presence in the entertainment world. He made a notable return as Jean-Luc Picard in the third and final season of Star Trek: Picard, a role that has defined much of his career. Before this, Stewart reprised his role as Professor Xavier in the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.

8. Famke Janssen Played Jean Grey

Janssen Remains A Prolific Actor

Famke Janssen played Jean Grey in X-Men: The Last Stand, depicting her transformation into the Phoenix, an immensely powerful and unstable force. As the Phoenix, Jean becomes a menacing figure, threatening mutants and humans alike. Janssen’s portrayal of the duality within Jean – torn between her original self and the destructive Phoenix – added emotional depth and intensity to the film.

In 2024, Janssen is in production for the sci-fi horror movie The Experiment. In 2023, Janssen appeared in a variety of projects, including Netflix’s psychological thriller Locked In, where she played a former television star suffering from locked-in syndrome. She also starred in the dystopian action thriller Boy Kills World, alongside Bill Skarsgård.

7. Anna Paquin Played Rogue

Paquin Appears In A Bit Of Light With Ray Winstone

Anna Paquin portrayed Rogue in X-Men: The Last Stand, a mutant struggling with the ability to absorb the powers and memories of others through touch. Rogue faces a significant dilemma with the introduction of the mutant cure, which offers her the chance to live a normal life at the cost of losing her powers. Paquin’s portrayal of Rogue’s internal conflict added a personal and emotional layer to the larger narrative about identity and acceptance.

Paquin has continued to build a successful career in both film and television. In 2024, she is producing and starring in A Bit of Light, where she plays opposite Ray Winstone in a powerful drama about redemption and family. In 2023, Paquin appeared in the biographical drama True Spirit, based on the true story of Jessica Watson, the young sailor who circumnavigated the globe.

6. Kelsey Grammer Played Beast

Grammer Currently Stars In Frasier

Kelsey Grammer was the perfect choice to play Dr. Hank McCoy, also known as Beast, in X-Men: The Last Stand. Beast is a brilliant scientist and former X-Men member who rejoins the team to combat the threat posed by the mutant cure and the Phoenix. Grammer’s portrayal of Beast, with his combination of intellectualism and physical prowess, added depth to the character, making him a favorite in the film.

In 2023, Grammer made a surprise cameo as the voice of Beast in the post-credits scene of The Marvels. This marked Beast’s entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Grammer also reprised his most famous role as Frasier Crane in a revival of the beloved sitcom Frasier, with the first season airing in 2023 and the second season scheduled for September 2024.

5. Rebecca Romijn Played Mystique

Romijn-Stamos Currently Stars In Star Trek: Stange New Worlds

Rebecca Romijn was a beguiling Mystique in X-Men: The Last Stand. Mystique plays a crucial role in Magneto’s plans until she is captured and loses her powers after being injected with the mutant cure. Romijn’s performance as Mystique is marked by her character’s fierce loyalty to Magneto and her unwavering commitment to the mutant cause, even after her transformation into a human.

Since her time as Mystique, Rebecca Romijn has continued to work in the world of comic book adaptations. She has voiced Lois Lane, the tenacious reporter, in several DC Animated Universe movies. Currently, Romijn has a main role as Number One in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, where she plays the first officer of the starship Enterprise since 2022.

4. Vinnie Jones Played Juggernaut

Jones Currently Stars In The Gentlemen

In X-Men: The Last Stand, Vinnie Jones played Cain Marko, Juggernaut. Magneto recruits the near-invulnerable villain to help in his fight against the humans. Jones brought his signature tough-guy persona to the role, making Juggernaut a formidable and memorable opponent for the X-Men. While his character’s portrayal in the film was somewhat controversial among fans, Jones’ performance added a rough edge to the ensemble cast.

In 2024, Vinnie Jones continues to stay busy with multiple film projects. He has three movies in production: Overtown, Hypnotized, and Cross 4. Additionally, Jones appeared in Guy Ritchie’s Netflix spin-off The Gentlemen as Geoff Seacombe, adding to his long list of tough, gritty characters. Although he was asked to reprise his role as Juggernaut for Deadpool & Wolverine, Jones declined due to the arduous costume and makeup process involved.

3. Elliot Page Played Kitty Pryde

Page Currently Stars In The Umbrella Academy

Elliot Page played Kitty Pryde, a young mutant with the ability to phase through solid objects, in X-Men: The Last Stand. Kitty’s role in the film is crucial during the final battle, where she uses her powers to prevent Juggernaut from reaching the mutant cure. Page’s portrayal of Kitty Pryde brought a youthful energy to the film, complicating her romance between Rogue and Iceman, and was vital in X-Men: Days of Future Past.

In 2023, Page starred in the drama movie Close to You, which received widespread praise for its nuanced and heartfelt storytelling. In 2024, Page has a main role in Ark: The Animated Series and the final season of the critically acclaimed Netflix series The Umbrella Academy. In 2023, Page released a groundbreaking memoir, Page Boy, in which he detailed his journey as a trans actor in Hollywood.

2. Shawn Ashmore Played Iceman

Ashmore Is Voicing Video Games In 2024

Shawn Ashmore reprised his role as Bobby Drake, AKA Iceman, in X-Men: The Last Stand. Iceman’s ice-manipulating abilities make him a valuable member of the X-Men and is caught in a love triangle with Rogue and Kitty Pryde. In the film, Iceman’s powers are put to the test as he faces off against Pyro, his former friend turned enemy, in one of the movie’s climactic battles.

Since his time as Iceman, Shawn Ashmore has continued to build a diverse career in film, television, and video games. In 2021, he starred in the horror movie Aftermath. More recently, Ashmore has made a name for himself in the gaming world, voicing characters in major video game titles. In 2023, he voiced the character Alan in Alan Wake II, and in 2024, he is set to voice a character in Sons of the Forest.

1. Aaron Stanford Played Pyro

Stanford Reprized His Role For Deadpool & Wolverine

Aaron Stanford played John Allerdyce, Pyro, in X-Men: The Last Stand. Pyro, a former student of Xavier’s school, turns against the X-Men and joins Magneto’s Brotherhood of Mutants. In the film, Pyro’s powers over fire make him a formidable adversary, and his loyalty to Magneto puts him in direct conflict with his former friends.

In 2023, Aaron Stanford appeared in an episode of Star Trek: Picard and starred in the drama film Finest Kind. However, his most significant role in recent years was reprising his character Pyro in 2024’s Deadpool & Wolverine, marking his return to the X-Men universe after nearly two decades. Stanford’s return to the franchise was met with excitement from audiences, eager to see how his character has evolved since his thrilling appearance in X-Men: The Last Stand.