Two of Marvel’s most iconic X-Men characters are teaming up on thebig screen this summerwith the highly anticipated release ofDeadpool & Wolverine. Now fans can get a closer look at the long-awaited crossover asEmpire Magazinehas shared an exclusive new image from their latest issue, which features the two titular characters ready for some multiverse action.
The image showcasesHugh Jackman as Wolverine, who returns to the role seven years after the character’s infamous death inLogan. However, this time around Jackman will finally be wearing the signature yellow suit attributed to the character’s comic book counterpart. Alongside him standsRyan Reynolds as Deadpool, who was last seen inDeadpool 2, before Disney’s acquisition of 20th Century Fox. The two characters previously united on the big screen in 2009 with the spin-off filmX-Men Origins: Wolverine. However, the movie was negatively received, particularly for its depiction of the Deadpool character which has since then been the subject of ridicule in subsequent films. Needless to say,Deadpool & Wolverineis already gearing up to be the ultimate crossover fans have been waiting for.
Additional details on the upcoming film remain under wraps, in typical MCU fashion. However, the movie will feature the re-introduction of Deadpool and Wolverine into theMarvel Cinematic Universeas the franchise continues to establish theX-Men in its continuity. “Deadpool is very intrigued by that,”Kevin Feige, president of Marvel Studios, said to Empire about the character’s recruitment from the TVA. “He learns soon thereafter that it’s not quite as simple an offer as he thought it was,” he added. “And the stakes are universe-sized.” With the franchise currently taking a redirection following the divisive response to Phase Five,Deadpool & Wolverinewill be a critical installment, especially with it being the only MCU film to be released in 2024.
‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Will Feature the Appearance of Old and New Characters
In addition to Reynolds and Jackman returning to their classic roles, the film will also feature the return ofMorena Baccarinas Vanessa,Rob Delaneyas Peter, andLeslie Uggamsas Blind Al. Additional actors returning includeKaran Sonias Dopinder,Brianna Hildebrandas Negasonic Teenage Warhead, andStefan Kapičićas Colossus. The film also starsEmma Corrin as Cassandra NovaandMatthew Macfadyenas Paradox, a TVA agent, among several others. Given that the film will be exploring the multiverse, there are likely more appearances that are currently under wraps. Until then, fans can continue to speculate as the film’s summer release date continues to inch closer.
Deadpool & Wolverinedebuts exclusively in theaters on July 26. Check out the official brand-new image from the film above, and stay tuned to Collider for further updates.
Deadpool & Wolverine
Wolverine joins the “merc with a mouth” in the third installment of the Deadpool film franchise.
