In the world of Marvel Cinema, surprises are a dime a dozen. But none were quite as unexpected as the reunion of two iconic X-Men characters at Comic-Con 2024: Deadpool and Wolverine.
Fans were treated to an exclusive screening of the highly anticipated film, which saw Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool and Hugh Jackman's Wolverine sharing the screen once again. The Hall H audience reacted raucously to major moments, Easter eggs, and in-jokes during the screening.
The day began with a surprise appearance by Reynolds and Jackman at Comic-Con. They were joined on stage by director Shawn Levy, Marvel chief Kevin Feige, Dafne Keen as X-23, Jennifer Garner as Elektra, Channing Tatum as Gambit, and Wesley Snipes as Blade.
The reunion of Deadpool and Wolverine was a long time coming. Fans had been eagerly anticipating the sequel since the success of the first film in 2016. But due to various circumstances, including Disney's acquisition of Fox, production delays, and scheduling conflicts, it took several years for the project to come to fruition.
Despite these challenges, Reynolds and Jackman remained committed to bringing their beloved characters back to life. And they did so in a way that was true to their fans and the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The film picks up with Deadpool, who has been sent into The Void, a cosmic trash heap where forgotten or abandoned Marvel characters reside. In an effort to find his way back to reality, Deadpool teams up with Wolverine and a group of other banished heroes: Elektra (Jennifer Garner), X-23 (Dafne Keen), Gambit (Channing Tatum), and Blade (Wesley Snipes).
Together, they embark on a mission to restore order in the multiverse and give these characters the epic, noble conclusions they deserve. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and obstacles that test their abilities and resolve.
One of the most notable moments in Deadpool 3 is a surprise cameo by Chris Evans as Johnny Storm from The Fantastic Four. This appearance marks Evans' return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe after hanging up his Captain America shield.
The film also pays homage to various X-Men properties, including X-Men: The Animated Series and Disney's animated X-Men '97. It's a love letter to fans of the franchise and a testament to the enduring appeal of these characters.
Deadpool 3 is now playing in theaters. Fans are encouraged to stay tuned for post-credits scenes, which promise to set up future installments in the Deadpool and X-Men franchises.
