Ryan Reynolds has sparked discussions about the future of his iconic character, Deadpool, by casting doubt on the possibility of Deadpool joining either the Avengers or the X-Men. In a recent interview with Time, Reynolds stated that if Deadpool were to become a member of either team, it would signify the end of the character's journey, labeling it as "wish fulfillment" that shouldn't be granted.
This comes in the wake of the immense success of Deadpool & Wolverine, where Deadpool's desire to join the Avengers was a central plot point. Speculation had been rife that Marvel Studios might want to integrate the 'Merc with a Mouth' into the Avengers lineup, especially for the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. However, Reynolds' name was conspicuously absent from the recently announced cast list for Avengers: Doomsday, which instead featured a strong presence of veteran X-Men actors such as Kelsey Grammer, Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, Alan Cumming, Rebecca Romijn, and James Marsden. This has led to speculation that Avengers: Doomsday might secretly be an Avengers vs. X-Men film.
Despite ruling out a formal promotion to the Avengers or X-Men, Reynolds hinted at the possibility of Deadpool making a surprise appearance in a supporting role, citing the positive reception to Wesley Snipes' cameo as Blade in Deadpool & Wolverine. This suggests that while Deadpool may not become a permanent member of these teams, fans might still see him pop up in unexpected ways.
Looking ahead, Reynolds revealed he is currently working on a new project that involves an "ensemble," though he remained tight-lipped on the details. This could potentially lead to another Deadpool film featuring numerous cameos, similar to Deadpool & Wolverine. Characters like Wesley Snipes' Blade and Channing Tatum's Gambit, who appeared in the previous film, might return, along with other familiar faces such as Jennifer Garner's Elektra and Dafne Keen's Laura Kinney/X-23.
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As for Avengers: Doomsday, details remain sparse beyond the cast list. Anthony Mackie, who will reprise his role as Sam Wilson/Captain America, expressed optimism about the film, suggesting it will evoke the classic Marvel feeling fans have come to love. Other cast members like Paul Rudd (Ant-Man) and Joseph Quinn (Human Torch) have also shared their excitement. However, a leaked set photo has stirred concerns among fans, particularly about the fate of the X-Men in the film. Additionally, speculation about Oscar Isaac's potential appearance as Moon Knight has been fueled by his recent withdrawal from a Star Wars event due to scheduling conflicts.
Kevin Feige, the producer at Marvel Studios, clarified that the cast reveal for Avengers: Doomsday was not exhaustive, hinting at more surprises to come. This leaves fans eagerly awaiting more news on what promises to be a monumental addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
