Ryan Reynolds teases another project as Deadpool afterDeadpool & Wolverine’s success, andMarvelfans have already started to come up with theories.Deadpool & Wolverinehas been one of the most successful titles in the Multiverse Saga, solidifying the popularity of characters like Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool and Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine, as well as theX-Menmovie franchise’s legacy. Therefore,aDeadpool & Wolverinesequel is likely, whether as a direct follow-up or in the form of a spiritual sequel with both titular characters teaming up again in any ofthe MCU’s upcoming moviesor shows.
On hisInstagramprofile,Ryan Reynoldsshared a short behind-the-scenes video of him wearing the Deadpool suit while filming a Christmas-themed scene. The set includes Santa’s sleigh and a blue screen. Reynolds isn’t wearing his Wade Wilson make-up, meaning that he will likely be masked in this scene. As seen in the replies toDiscussingFilm’s X post, fans theorize that Ryan Reynolds is filming aDeadpoolChristmas Special for Marvel Studios:
Some fans suggest Ryan Reynolds could be filming a Christmas-themed MCU Special Presentation, or a second iteration ofOnce Upon A Deadpool —that is, reshot scenes that would turn the R-ratedDeadpool & Wolverineinto a family-friendly movie.Xuser@crjbputs forward the possibility with a GIF of Deadpool drinking milk in front of a Christmas tree:
What Ryan Reynolds' New Deadpool Video Means
Ryan Reynolds' New Deadpool Footage Is Unlikely To Be A Major MCU Release
ConsideringDeadpool & Wolverineonly came out a couple of months ago, it’s unlikely that Ryan Reynolds will have a major MCU appearance in 2024 or 2025. Instead,Reynolds must be filming a commercial, either for a Disney product or for a well-known brand unrelated to Marvel. The last time Ryan Reynolds put on the Deadpool suit, it was to promoteDeadpool & Wolverine’s streaming release on Disney+.
Ryan Reynolds’ “No Action” Deadpool 3 Pitch Is Quite Possibly The Wildest Idea For A Marvel Movie I’ve Ever Heard
Ryan Reynolds' original idea for Deadpool 3 would have looked like nothing else in the MCU, with one major change in that there would be no action.
Ryan Reynolds is also unlikely to be filming a full-fledgedDeadpoolChristmas special. Short-form MCU projects like Marvel One-Shots and Special Presentations, while brief in runtime, still require plenty of production time and a considerable budget. A full-lengthDeadpoolChristmas special would also be too close toDeadpool & Wolverine’s release. If Marvel were to make a Deadpool-centered short or Special Presentation, it could be released closer to Deadpool’s next movie appearance.
Our Take On Ryan Reynolds' New Deadpool Video
Deadpool’s Next Movie Appearance Will Arrive Soon
Deadpool’s MCU return may not take place in 2024 or 2025, but Ryan Reynolds' Wade Wilson will probably return in 2026.Deadpool & Wolverineproved that its titular heroes are still some of the most beloved superhero portrayals, and their MCU debut put them on track to cross over with the rest of Marvel Studios' characters.In 2026,Avengers: Doomsdaymay bring Deadpool and Wolverine to the MCU’s main timeline, and they might stick around at least until2027’sSecret Warsso they can participate in the battle against Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom.
