FollowingLoganin 2017, few fans expected to seeHugh Jackmanreturn to the role of Wolverine, butRyan Reynoldsmanaged to persuade him to don the iconic yellow suit forDeadpool & Wolverine. The new moviebrings them both to the MCU for the first time, following their previous tenures under the 20th Century Fox banner. Fans are currently uncertain about both characters' futures in the MCU. Will they be returning characters? Or, will they be one-hit wonders, with the actors retiring the characters after the film releases in July?Both stars were recently asked that question, and were suspiciously nervous when giving their answers…
Deadpool & Wolverine
A follow-up to the highly successful Deadpool and Deadpool 2 films starring Ryan Reynolds as the Merc with a Mouth. The third film will be the first in the franchise to be developed under the Marvel Studios banner following Disney’s acquisition of 20th Century Fox.
Deadpool & Wolverinehave invaded the cover of the next issue ofEmpire Magazine. During the cover interview, Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman were asked about their futures in the MCU, with the entire fan base wondering if their near-immortal characters would return again. Both Reynolds and Jackman were tight-lipped. Not out of fear of spoilers or over-committing, but because of the ‘Marvel Police’ (a running joke between MCU actors who believe Kevin Feige will send a secret hit-squad after them if they spoil too much). Ryan Reynolds simply answered:
“I’m very nervous talking to you.”
The fear was a sentiment shared by Hugh Jackman.Deadpool & Wolverinewill mark the actor’s10th outing as the iconicX-Menhero.Latching on to what Reynolds said, Hugh Jackman also answered:
“I’ve never been so scared of what’s coming out of my mouth.”
Ryan Reynolds Has Previously Said He Will Retire Deadpool
Deadpool feels like the role Ryan Reynolds was born to play, and fans can’t imagine anyone else wearing the iconic red suit after Reynolds retires. While Reynolds and Jackman’s answers may be hiding a desire to return once again as their respective characters, it would mark a change since the last time Ryan Reynolds was asked the same question.
Speaking onThe Jess Cagle Show, Reynolds was asked the same question in November 2022. The actor’s response back then was more direct, and disappointed many fans. The actor said:
“I will only be doingDeadpoolfor the next two years. That’s it. Just this one movie!”
It’s not just that fans are always eager to watch Ryan Reynolds bring his signature sarcasm to the character, but, withDeadpool & Wolverinebringing the pair to the MCU, audiences are desperate to see Deadpool irritate the rest of Marvel Studios' roster. Imagine Deadpool teaming up with The Avengers on the big-screen, as they desperately try to get rid of him to complete their mission. Or, a live-action adaptation ofDeadpool Kills the Marvel Universe. There is always the possibility that Ryan Reynolds has changed his mind after working on the film,and it’s incredible marketing.However, so far, nothing has been confirmed.
Deadpool & Wolverine Director Reveals the Truth About the Movie’s Cameo ‘Wishlist’
Shawn Levy has addressed the belief that he had a ‘wishlist’ of cameos for Deadpool & Wolverine
Deadpool & Wolverinewill bring the pair to the MCU through the Time Variance Authority, who first appeared inLokiSeason 1. Alongside Jackman and Reynolds,Deadpool & Wolverinealso stars, Jennifer Garner, Karan Soni, Brianna Hildebrand, and Morena Baccarin, among many others. The film is also rumored to include some memorable celebrity cameos,with speculation building that Taylor Swiftand Halle Berry may appear in the film.
