Thescreescore – The Marvel Cinematic Universe is about to get a whole lot more irreverent. Following whispers on social media and a recent report from The Hollywood Reporter, Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool is officially joining the cast of Avengers: Doomsday. However, this isn’t your typical superhero team-up. While the Merc with a Mouth will grace the screen in the highly anticipated film, sources confirm he won’t be joining the Avengers roster. This surprising twist has sent shockwaves through the fandom, leaving fans buzzing with speculation.
The news follows the earlier announcement of a star-studded cast, including MCU veterans Chris Hemsworth and Tom Hiddleston, alongside a surprising reunion of Fox’s X-Men cast members like James Marsden, Ian McKellen, and Patrick Stewart. The initial reveal notably omitted fan-favorites like Spider-Man, Deadpool, and Wolverine, fueling rampant speculation. The absence of these characters, especially considering the massive success of Deadpool & Wolverine ($1.3 billion box office!), was a major point of discussion amongst fans and industry analysts alike.
Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige previously hinted that the initial cast announcement wasn’t exhaustive, leaving the door open for further reveals. Reynolds’ subtle social media tease—a graffiti-tagged "A" mirroring the logo of Deadpool & Wolverine‘s Void Resistance—further fueled the rumors. The confirmation of Channing Tatum’s Gambit in Avengers: Doomsday adds another layer to the intrigue, suggesting a potential reunion of the X-Force team.
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The decision to include Deadpool without fully integrating him into the Avengers team is a bold strategic move. Reynolds himself has previously voiced concerns about Deadpool’s potential assimilation into the more traditional superhero dynamic, suggesting that the character’s outsider status is crucial to his appeal. This approach allows Marvel to capitalize on Deadpool’s popularity while maintaining his unique personality and comedic edge.
With production underway, the potential for further casting surprises remains high. The possibility of Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine, Dafne Keen’s X-23, Wesley Snipes’ Blade, and Jennifer Garner’s Elektra joining the fray is a tantalizing prospect that keeps fans glued to the edge of their seats. Avengers: Doomsday is shaping up to be a cinematic event unlike any other, a chaotic collision of universes and personalities that promises to redefine the MCU landscape. The question remains: what role will Deadpool play in this impending doomsday scenario? Only time will tell.
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