Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman playfully address future in Marvel cinematic universe after 'Deadpool & Wolverine'

Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman are set to make waves in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) with their upcoming film ‘Deadpool & Wolverine.’ However, fans are wondering if this film will be their last or if they will continue to cause chaos in the MCU in future projects. In an interview with Empire Magazine, the duo humorously sidestepped questions about their MCU future, keeping fans in suspense.
Reynolds, who portrays Deadpool, and Jackman, known for his role as Wolverine, responded coyly when asked about their plans in the MCU beyond ‘Deadpool & Wolverine.’ Reynolds joked, “I’m very nervous talking to you,” while Jackman added that he had never been so scared of what’s coming out of his mouth.Their playful responses suggest that they are keeping their future plans under wraps, leaving fans guessing about what comes next.
The film ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ is one of the most anticipated blockbusters of 2024, marking Reynolds' and Jackman's first appearances in the MCU after previously playing their iconic characters during the 20th Century Fox era. Reynolds has played Wade Wilson, a.k.a. Deadpool, in the previous two films, while Jackman is synonymous with the X-Men franchise as Wolverine. Despite Marvel president Kevin Feige's advice not to bring Wolverine back due to the character's emotional farewell in ‘Logan’ (2017), Jackman returned for this project, much to the excitement of fans.
The film's storyline sees Wade Wilson, a.k.a. Deadpool, called by the Time Variance Authority (TVA) for a crucial Multiversal mission. To help him, Wade recruits Wolverine for his world-saving skills and experience. The anticipation for the movie is evident, as its trailer set an MCU viewership record, indicating that the film could be a significant success after a challenging year for Marvel in 2023.
Alongside Reynolds and Jackman, the film features a star-studded cast, including Jennifer Garner, Karan Soni, Morena Baccarin, and Brianna Hildebrand. Additionally, "Deadpool & Wolverine" boasts multiple celebrity cameos, with rumored appearances by Taylor Swift and Halle Berry. Director Shawn Levy has also hinted at the inclusion of other X-Men characters, increasing fans' excitement.

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ promises high stakes, celebrity cameos, and even a ‘mind-blowing’ post-credits scene teased by Deadpool comic book creator Rob Liefeld. With its expected release on July 26, 2024, fans eagerly await what could be a thrilling and action-packed addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.