First Trailer for 'Deadpool and Wolverine' Released: Ryan Reynolds Injects R-Rated Humor into the MCU

After nearly six years, the conclusion of Fox's "X-Men" film series, and its acquisition by Disney, Deadpool makes his triumphant return — this time entering the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The highly anticipated first trailer for "Deadpool and Wolverine" premiered during the 2024 Super Bowl on Sunday.

Ryan Reynolds reprises his role as the irreverent Merc With a Mouth, and he's joined by Hugh Jackman's Wolverine, who fans last saw in 2017's "Logan." In the trailer, the Time Variance Authority, previously seen in "Loki" Season 2, abducts Deadpool while he's celebrating his birthday and transports him into the MCU. Dubbing himself "Marvel Jesus," Deadpool vows to bring his trademark R-rated humor and fourth-wall-breaking antics into Disney's family-friendly domain. While Wolverine's face isn't revealed, his presence is felt as Deadpool confronts him towards the trailer's end, though only his shadow is shown.

Production on "Deadpool 3" encountered a setback due to the SAG-AFTRA strike, causing a delay in its release from May 3 to July 26.

The first "Deadpool" followed the anti-hero's quest for vengeance against Ajax (Ed Skrein), the man responsible for turning him into a mutant. Its sequel focused on Deadpool assembling the X-Force team to combat the time-traveling soldier Cable (Josh Brolin).

Upon its release in 2018, "Deadpool 2" shattered records with an $18.6 million opening at the North American box office. Similarly, "Deadpool" achieved immense success in 2016, debuting domestically with $132.4 million, setting a record for an R-rated film.

Looking ahead to the next installment, "Deadpool 3" director Shawn Levy hinted at an homage to the "Star Wars" franchise in the upcoming movie. Levy expressed his enthusiasm for crafting a film within the expansive Marvel universe alongside Ryan Reynolds, emphasizing the creative freedom and personal investment they've enjoyed in the process.