Although it’s still well over a year off, anticipation is mounting for the return ofRyan Reynolds' Merc with a Mouth to the big screen withDeadpool 3. Ever since it was revealed thatHugh Jackmanwould be jacking up to play Wolverine one last time in the sequel film, the project has risen to the top of the list as one of the key Marvel films to watch out for over the next two years.
Production was previously slated to begin later this year and Collider is hearing that cameras begin rolling in London this Spring. We’ve learned that the majority of filming will take place across the pond, unlike the first two movies which were filmed in Vancouver. Previouslydirector Shawn Levy told us filming would begin around May 1, but we didn’t know where.
Wade Wilson broke onto the scene with two of the most commercially successful R-rated superhero films in 2016 and 2018 respectively, endearing fans to the character’s fourth-wall-breaking style of humor with more raunchy comedy than the typical superhero flick. This will be the first Marvel Studios outing for Deadpool, however, with MCU bossKevin Feigeset to produce, thoughDeadpool 3is expected tostick close to the levels of violence and crassnessthat are standard for the franchise. Although details of the film, including how Wolverine could be back after his death inLogan, are slim, we can expect plenty of hilarious antics from Wolverine and Deadpool considering theirmutual hatred for each other.
Regarding Wolverine’s return, Jackman has previously hinted ata multiversal reasonbehind his sudden reappearance. That way, the timeline and impact ofLogancan remain intact while still allowing him to mess around with Deadpool in the upcoming movie. Moreover, it fits in well with the MCU which has been exploring the multiverse aplenty with its recent installments.
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There’s apparently more to Jackman’s involvement, however. In an interview with the French newspaperLe Parisien, the actor was asked about his reprisal of Wolverine and he responded:
“Yes, it will even be a double role. Ryan and I have been friends for twenty years, we have a lot of fun together. We’re shooting this summer. That’s why I’m so happy to be in Paris right now and to be able to enjoy French gastronomy. Because very soon, I will have to go on a strict diet to remake Wolverine’s body: steamed chicken and broccoli!”
What this “dual role” means is anyone’s guess.
What Else Do We Know AboutDeadpool 3?
AfterTim MillerandDavid Leitchtook the reins of the first two films, Shawn Levy will be in charge ofDeadpool 3, bringing his experience fromStranger Thingsto the table. Levy has plenty of experience working with Reynolds, previously directing his Netflix original filmThe Adam Projectas well as his video game blockbusterFree Guy. The two are going to see a lot of each other over the next several years between the MCU,aFree Guysequel, and the recently announced musical comedyBoy Bandwhich the two will produce together with Reynolds co-writing.
In addition to Reynolds and Jackman,Deadpool 3already has a villain in mind withThe Crown’sEmma Corrin. The specifics of their character are also being kept under wraps, however. More casting announcements are expected to come out as the film moves closer to production. Jackman, in the meantime, isfocusing on trainingto get his body in shape for Wolverine and whatever else his “double role” may entail.
Deadpool 3is currently slated for August 23, 2025. In the meantime, check out our previous interview with Reynolds below.
