Sir Patrick Stewart has said X-Men spinoff Logan will most likely be his final appearance in the franchise.

The 78-year-old actor, who has played the role of Professor Charles Xavier seven times over 17 years, broke the news to The Independent during an interview for our new podcast, Kernels.

Previously, Stewart has suggested he'd be happy to reprise the role in future instalments but a recent experience has changed his mind on that matter.

He told us:

You can listen to the full podcast below.

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Logan is a 15-certificate take on the character of Wolverine, here played by Hugh Jackman for what will be the final time. The film, which is released in the UK on 1 March, co-stars Stewart alongside Stephen Merchant, Elizabeth Rodriguez and newcomer Dafne Keen who plays young mutant X-23.

Director Mangold has revealed that the Marvel film won't feature a post-credits scene.