Deadpool and Wolverine reviews, cast, and everything else you need to know about the Marvel movie (original) (raw)

Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool in Deadpool & Wolverine (2024).

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Deadpool and Wolverine is finally here, and has officially changed the Marvel timeline forever. If you’ve seen the movie already, you know that thanks to some TVA timeline antics and knowing nods to the X-Men Fox movies of the past, the Marvel Phase 5 film throws the Multiverse on its head like never before. That means there are plenty of details that need explaining if you ever plan on watching all the Marvel movies in order again, friends.

Deadpool and Wolverine is a buddy-comedy, yes, but thanks to all the Wolverine and Deadpool variants running about in it, it’s also a fast-paced ride. Blink once, and you’ll miss tons of lore and probably a Deadpool cameo or two as well. With that in mind, we’ve decided to make your cinema trips a whole lot easier with this handy guide!

Below, we break down everything you need to know about Deadpool and Wolverine. From reviews to trailers, cast, and more plot details, we’ve done the keepers of The Sacred Timeline proud and have all the answers waiting for you right here.

Deadpool and Wolverine reviews

Deadpool holding Dogpool with Wolverine looking disgusted in the background during the movie Deadpool and Wolverine.

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In our Deadpool and Wolverine review, we gave the Marvel movie an impressive 4-star rating. We truly feel that this movie signals a return to form in the MCU writing: “The MCU’s self-appointed messiah might not have pulled off a complete course correction, but he delivers an action-packed, gag-stuffed crowd-pleaser that gives the franchise a much needed lift.”

At the time of writing, critics seem to largely agree with our opinion, as Deadpool and Wolverine currently holds an 81% on Rotten Tomatoes. However, there are also plenty of negative reviews. The Independent called the film "tedious," while The Hollywood Reporter described it as "messy and overstuffed."

Only time will tell if the flick manages to maintain its high score once more reviews filter in. So, stay tuned as we keep you updated on all the Marvel discourse!

Deadpool and Wolverine release date

Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool and Hugh Jackman as Wolverine in Deadpool & Wolverine (2024).

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Deadpool and Wolverine arrived in UK cinemas on July 25, before hopping over the pond to US theaters on July 26.

This was a slight delay from its original release date of May 2024, caused by production pushbacks from the SAG-AFTRA strikes and WGA strikes last summer. However, it still remains the only MCU cinema release in 2024, which is quite a big change for Marvel boss Kevin Feige.

The film is the third film in the Deadpool saga. If you need a refresher, check out our Deadpool review and our Deadpool 2 review.

Deadpool and Wolverine trailer

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The first Deadpool and Wolverine video promo was released during the 2024 Super Bowl giving us our first R-rated look at Wade Wilson's return. Not only did it reveal some teases about the film's plot, but it was also stacked full of hidden nods to the wider MCU. Check out our Deadpool trailer Easter eggs round-up for all of the ones we spotted, from a shout-out to Avengers: Secret Wars to what all those Loki links could mean.

A second trailer was shown exclusively to guests at CinemaCon 2024. Like the first, it boasted plenty of gore and violence, limp dick jokes, and it gave us our first look at Cassandra Nova, too. Of course all these trailers don't even reveal half of Deadpool and Wolverine's surprises, so make sure that you check out the movie for yourself as well!

Deadpool and Wolverine plot

Hugh Jackman as a Wolverine variant in the Deadpool & Wolverine trailer.

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While we don’t want to get into too many spoilers, the Deadpool and Wolverine plot is packed with timeline implications. So, before we get into the nitty, gritty details, here is your light spoiler warning: turn back now if you haven’t seen the film yet!

If you’re still here, let’s get into it! Deadpool and Wolverine focuses on the question of timeline integrity. What are the implications of all the Marvel movies from the past prior to the MCU? Well, Deadpool finds out once his new life as a car salesman is disrupted by a visit from the TVA. Wade Wilson discovers that his timeline is in trouble thanks to the fact that the anchor being that kept his universe alive is dead. Who is that anchor being, you asked? It’s Logan, aka Mister Wolverine. Yes, Hugh Jackman's Wolverine is back following his supposed death in Logan (read our Logan review if you need a refresher), and this time, he's got a very intriguing yellow suit on.

In order to save everyone he cares about, Deadpool must travel through multiple timelines, recruit Wolverine before his world ceases to exist, and fight his way through plenty of discarded MCU villains. Cassandra Nova, Professor Xavier's bald-headed twin sister, is the main big bad who the duo must face if they have any hopes of saving their timeline. Now, there are plenty of cameos and Deadpool and Wolverine variants that pop up that truly make this film special. If you are interested in those faces and names be sure to head to our guides on them, as we don’t want to put any major spoilers in here.

What we can tell you is that Deadpool and Wolverine’s plot takes place largely during March 2024 in the current timeline. And that the ending of Logan (aka one of the best X-Men movies of all time) is still canon, at least for one Wolverine variant. So, you can still watch all of Fox’s X-Men movies in order with peace of mind.

Deadpool and Wolverine cast

Ryan Reynolds as Wade Wilson in the first trailer for Deadpool & Wolverine (2024).

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The Deadpool and Wolverine cast is stacked. Seriously, just about everyone makes an appearance here. That means most of the X-Men mutants and even Reynolds' real-life wife, Blake Lively, are linked to the project. But aside from some cameos that we'll leave out for spoiler's sake, here's the full cast list made by Marvel:

There are plenty of other big names that take on either Deadpool or Wolverine variants, too. These range from Blake Lively, Henry Cavill, Matthew Mcconaughey, and more

But as is usually the case with the best superhero movies, there are also some Marvel heroes from pre-MCU days that fans will be delighted to see again. So keep your eyes peeled during your watch through!

For more on all things MCU, check out our guide to the upcoming Marvel movies and our lowdown on Marvel Phase 6 for what else we have to look forward to.

I’m the Deputy Entertainment Editor here at GamesRadar+, covering TV and film for the Total Film and SFX sections online. I previously worked as a Senior Showbiz Reporter and SEO TV reporter at Express Online for three years. I've also written for The Resident magazines and Amateur Photographer, before specializing in entertainment.