Deadpool & Wolverine Brings the Merc Into the MCU
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman teamed up for a raucous, R-rated entry that became a box-office sensation.
By The ITSMOVIES Desk · July 26, 2024 · 4 min read
Deadpool & Wolverine, directed by Shawn Levy, marked Deadpool's first film within the Marvel Cinematic Universe and brought Hugh Jackman back as Wolverine alongside Ryan Reynolds. Released in July 2024, it was the first R-rated film in the MCU.
The film became one of the biggest hits of the year, praised for its comedic chemistry between the two leads and its abundance of references to the wider history of superhero cinema. Its success underscored the continued commercial appeal of the pairing.
