Super Bowl 2024 Unveils Epic Trailer for “Deadpool and Wolverine”

After nearly six years, the end of Fox’s “X-Men” movies and an acquisition by Disney, the Merc With a Mouth, Deadpool, has finally made his way into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The highly anticipated trailer for “Deadpool and Wolverine” was unveiled during Super Bowl 2024 on Sunday.

Unprecedented Epic Team-Up: Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman Reprise Their Roles

Fans were thrilled to witness the return of Ryan Reynolds’ iconic portrayal of Deadpool, accompanied by none other than Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine, especially after the latter’s impactful death in the 2017 movie “Logan.”

Deadpool’s Arrival in the MCU and Intriguing Storyline

The trailer reveals that Deadpool is captured by the Time Variance Authority, the multiverse controlling organization previously seen in “Loki” Season 2, during his birthday celebration. Deadpool, referring to himself as “Marvel Jesus,” takes pride in his unique R-rated humor and tendency to break the fourth wall—an interesting addition to Disney’s squeaky clean Marvel brand. Although Wolverine’s face remains a mystery, his silhouette is briefly shown, and at the end of the trailer, audiences catch a glimpse of Deadpool squaring off against him.

Production Delays Shorten Release Date Window

The production of “Deadpool 3” encountered an unexpected setback due to a four-month halt caused by a SAG-AFTRA strike. Consequently, the release date was rescheduled from May 3 to July 26.

A Recap of Deadpool’s Previous Adventures

The first “Deadpool” movie followed the anti-hero’s quest for revenge against Ajax, the man responsible for transforming him into a mutant. Meanwhile, in the second installment, Deadpool assembled the X-Force team to confront the time-traveling soldier Cable.

Record-Breaking Success of the Deadpool Franchise

Both “Deadpool” movies achieved groundbreaking success upon their releases. “Deadpool 2” earned a staggering $18.6 million during its North American box office opening, with its predecessor, “Deadpool,” setting a record for an R-rated film by debuting domestically at an extraordinary $132.4 million.

Director Shawn Levy Pays Homage to “Star Wars” in “Deadpool 3”

Director Shawn Levy, known for “Deadpool 3,” shared his admiration for the “Star Wars” franchise by incorporating an homage in the upcoming movie. Levy reminisces in an essay he wrote for Esquire, mentioning a scene he meticulously studied from “Star Wars: Return of the Jedi” where he sought inspiration for a key moment in “Deadpool 3.”

Empowerment and Creativity Working with Marvel

Shawn Levy expressed his enthusiastic experience collaborating with Marvel Studios for “Deadpool.” He emphasizes the ability to feel empowered while working within a vast cinematic universe, exceeding any individual film’s boundaries. Levy’s collaboration with Ryan Reynolds is proving to be a remarkable success, beautifully manifested on the screen.

Watch the Official Trailer for “Deadpool and Wolverine”

Get a sneak peek of the long-awaited epic team-up by watching the official trailer.