'X-Men' Animated Series Returns with Original Cast, Minus Showrunner Alison Sealy-Smith, the voice actor for Storm in "X-Men: The Animated Series," was initially skeptical when asked to reprise her role for the revival, "X-Men '97," streaming on Disney+. The new series picks up where the original left off, but the excitement has been dampened by the sudden firing of showrunner Beau DeMayo. The lack of explanation for his departure has led to speculation, overshadowing the show's impressive recreation of the original's look and feel. Despite the controversy, the production of the second season is progressing as planned.