X-Men: First Class

Charles Xavier and Erik Lensherr's journey begins long before they assume their iconic identities as Professor X and Magneto. As young men, they explore their burgeoning powers and form a deep bond. United by their shared experiences, they collaborate with a diverse group of mutants—both familiar faces and new allies—to confront an unprecedented global threat. Their friendship, however, is tested as differing ideologies emerge, setting the stage for their eventual rivalry. This pivotal chapter in mutant history reveals the complexities of loyalty, power, and the origins of one of the most famous conflicts in comic lore.