Deadpool and Wolverine Join Forces in the Marvel Cinematic Universe: First Trailer Released
After years of anticipation, fans of the “X-Men” movies can finally rejoice as Deadpool makes his triumphant return, this time in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The first trailer for “Deadpool and Wolverine” was unveiled during the 2024 Super Bowl, leaving fans buzzing with excitement.
Ryan Reynolds reprises his role as the Merc With a Mouth, but this time he brings along a familiar face – Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine. Although Wolverine was last seen meeting his demise in the 2017 film “Logan,” he makes a surprising comeback in this highly-anticipated crossover.
The trailer introduces the Time Variance Authority, the multiverse managers previously seen in “Loki” Season 2. They kidnap Deadpool while he’s celebrating his birthday and transport him into the MCU. Deadpool, ever the irreverent character, dubs himself “Marvel Jesus” and promises to inject his trademark R-rated jokes and fourth-wall breaking antics into Disney’s squeaky clean brand. While Wolverine’s face remains unseen, viewers catch a glimpse of him from behind, and the trailer ends with Deadpool facing off against him, only revealing his shadow.
Production on “Deadpool 3” faced a setback due to the SAG-AFTRA strike, causing a delay in its release from May 3 to July 26. However, fans can rest assured that the wait will be worth it.
The first “Deadpool” film introduced audiences to the anti-hero’s quest for revenge against Ajax, the man responsible for turning him into a mutant and leaving him disfigured. Its sequel focused on Deadpool assembling the X-Force team to combat the time-traveling soldier Cable. Both films achieved remarkable success at the box office, with “Deadpool 2” breaking records by opening with $18.6 million in North America. The original “Deadpool” also made waves, debuting domestically with an impressive $132.4 million, setting a record for an R-rated film.
Looking ahead to the upcoming film, “Deadpool 3” director Shawn Levy shared his excitement in an essay for Esquire. He revealed that he included an homage to the iconic “Star Wars” franchise in the movie, describing a pivotal scene as his “Jedi moment.” Levy studied the cinematography, blocking, framing, and tempo of a scene between Vader and Luke to capture the essence of that memorable “Star Wars” moment. Fans with a keen eye will be able to spot this homage in the film, showcasing Levy’s passion for creating a lasting cinematic experience.
Levy also expressed his enthusiasm for working within the Marvel universe, emphasizing the empowering and personal nature of the filmmaking process. He praised the collaboration with Ryan Reynolds, stating that their vision for the “Deadpool” movie is coming to fruition.
The release of the trailer has generated immense excitement among fans, who eagerly await the release of “Deadpool and Wolverine.” The crossover promises to deliver the perfect blend of action, humor, and nostalgia, as these two beloved characters join forces in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Watch the trailer below and get ready for an epic adventure like no other.