Summary
You know how Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman’s movie, Deadpool & Wolverine, completely smashed the box office in 2024 and set Disney+ on fire? Well, there’s a buzz that Marvel Studios is craving for a sequel to this R-rated blockbuster in what could be Deadpool 4. Picture this: our beloved duo, Deadpool and Wolverine, fighting their way through the aftermath of the Avengers: Secret Wars in 2027, crossing multiversal gateways, and creating a spectacle that’s as unpredictable as a rollercoaster ride!
Key Points
- Marvel Studios is reportedly considering a second film featuring Deadpool and Wolverine, potentially serving as Deadpool 4.
- The news comes from insider Daniel Richtman via Patreon, suggesting that Hugh Jackman may continue his role as Wolverine beyond the anticipated 2027’s Avengers: Secret Wars.
- Deadpool & Wolverine, released in 2024, was a massive hit, grossing over $1.3 billion, and becoming the second-highest-grossing movie of the year.
- If Deadpool 4 materializes, it’s likely to follow the events of the Avengers: Secret Wars, with the duo possibly settling in the Sacred Timeline after Earth-10005 faces an Incursion.
- No official reports have confirmed Hugh Jackman’s return as Wolverine aside from the expected appearance in 2027’s Secret Wars.
Background
Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds have enjoyed long-standing roles as Wolverine and Deadpool respectively, with their film Deadpool & Wolverine breaking records in 2024. The success of this film has prompted talk of a sequel featuring the duo. Since the Disney acquisition of Fox, the characters have been integrated into the larger Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), opening new possibilities for their involvement in future films.
Future Implications
If the rumors of Deadpool 4 featuring Wolverine again are true, it could lead to interesting developments in the MCU. The potential Incursion event could merge their current universe (Earth-10005) with Earth-616, the primary universe of the MCU. This could pave the way for more intricate and complex storylines, possibly involving other characters from the MCU. However, the specifics of Hugh Jackman’s involvement in future Marvel films remain unclear. It’s also important to note that Deadpool 4 is not officially confirmed for development or release as of now.
