Marvel's latest superhero sequel, Deadpool & Wolverine, directed by Shawn Levy and co-written by Ryan Reynolds, has been making waves at the box office since its big opening weekend. The film has surpassed all expectations and set new records, with a worldwide box office cume of nearly $550 million as of today.
Opening to a staggering $444 million last weekend, Deadpool & Wolverine has received rave reviews from critics and holds an audience grade of “A” on Cinemascore. Starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in their iconic roles, the film brings the characters into the Marvel Cinematic Universe via the multiverse.
With strong weekday earnings of around $50 million, the film is expected to reach a total of $635 million by the end of the week and is on track to surpass $800 million on its second weekend of release. A final box office tally exceeding $1 billion is inevitable, with projections suggesting it may even challenge for the 2024 box office crown.
The success of Deadpool & Wolverine has sparked speculation about the return of Hugh Jackman as Wolverine in future Marvel projects. Given the film's popularity and box office performance, it is likely that Jackman will reprise his role in upcoming Marvel films, potentially including 'Avengers: Secret Wars' in 2027.
Marvel's strategic use of the multiverse concept opens up possibilities for the integration of legacy characters like Wolverine into the evolving MCU landscape. The potential for crossovers and alternate universe storylines presents exciting opportunities for fans of the franchise.
As Marvel continues to expand its cinematic universe and introduce new characters and story arcs, the success of Deadpool & Wolverine serves as a testament to the studio's ability to engage audiences and drive box office success. The film's impact on the future of Marvel's storytelling and character development is likely to be significant, setting the stage for a fresh era of superhero storytelling.
