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The 9 best moments out of all X-Men movies, ranked

These aren't just scenes - they're cinematic milestones that have contributed to the enduring legacy of the X-Men franchise.

By Camila Domingues

118_qr_2050_v2017.1021 – Quicksilver (Evan Peters) makes his move. Photo Credit: Courtesy Twentieth Century Fox.
118_qr_2050_v2017.1021 – Quicksilver (Evan Peters) makes his move. Photo Credit: Courtesy Twentieth Century Fox. /
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8. Quicksilver's Pentagon kitchen scene (X-Men: Days of Future Past)

I remember being in the middle of X-Men: Days of Future Past, munching on my buttery popcorn, when suddenly, the movie hit me with a scene so cool, so utterly delightful that I almost spilled all it in awe.

Enter Quicksilver, the silver-haired, mischief-maker with a taste for speed and a knack for stealing scenes as easily as he does hearts. This particular moment in the Pentagon kitchen isn't just a display of superpowers; it's a symphony of visual poetry, humor, and a dash of "did-he-just-do-that?" astonishment. With Jim Croce's "Time in a Bottle" serenading the background, time doesn't just slow down; it practically winks at you, inviting you into Quicksilver's world where bullets float like lazy bumblebees and guards find themselves outmatched by a teenager in goggles. This scene is a masterclass in how to blend humor, action, and the kind of jaw-dropping special effects that make you want to stand up and applaud the screen.

But why does this scene stand out in a saga filled with mutant mayhem and cinematic grandeur? It's simple: personality.

In a universe brimming with god-like beings and existential threats, Quicksilver's kitchen adventure brings a human touch to the superhero spectacle. It's not just about the awe-inspiring display of powers; it's about how those powers are used to create a moment of pure, unadulterated joy. Watching Quicksilver zip around, rearranging guards, and dodging bullets with the ease of a kid playing tag - you can't help but be swept up in the fun of it all. It's a reminder that at its heart, the X-Men saga is about more than just the struggle for acceptance and the battles between good and evil; it's also about finding moments of lightness and laughter amidst the chaos.

This scene, with its brilliant mix of technical wizardry and character-driven humor, captures the essence of what makes the X-Men movies so special: their ability to entertain, astonish, and, most importantly, connect with us on a human level.

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