Charles XavierCharacter guide · James McAvoy

James McAvoy portrays Charles Xavier in First Class, where Charles and Erik recruit a mutant team in an attempt to avert a nuclear conflict. The film introduces a partnership before the differences familiar from the later-set stories take shape.

Listen to the assumptions behind the invitation

Watch how Charles approaches someone he wants to help or recruit. What he understands about another person, and what he takes for granted, can make the same conversation read differently to each participant.

Begin with First Class before Days of Future Past. This page keeps McAvoy’s records distinct from Patrick Stewart’s; consult the crossover guide for the wider film context.

1. 01

   X-Men: First Class

   2011 · Open the title guide ↗

2. 02

   X-Men: Days of Future Past

   2014 · Open the title guide ↗

These are the existing catalog records, including supporting roles, cameos and other formats. This list is not a required watch order or proof that every appearance shares one continuity. Future entries may change.

Other catalog profiles named Charles Xavier.

• Patrick Stewart ↗