Update: Previously I reported that Logan would have a post-credits scene. After talking with more sources I’ve learned I was wrong in my original report. Logan does not have a post-credits scene. I’ve never been so happy to be wrong. After you see Logan you’ll understand why a post-credits scene would feel out of place based on the tone of the picture.
However, after doing some digging I’ve learned I wasn’t altogether wrong about Logan having something cool for the fans. But instead of it being after the credits, maybe it’s before the movie has started…which you cannow watch right here.
Here’s my original story:
I absolutelyloveddirectorJames Mangold’sLogan. While I had high hopes going in, I’ll admit the finished film was even better than I imagined. Unlike the previousX-MenandWolverinefilms that have come before, what’s unique aboutLoganis it doesn’t have to set up the next installment, or worry about holding back because of the rating. Because Mangold andHughJackmanhad complete freedom to tell this story, they were able to make the movie they wanted to make and bring fans the version of Wolverine we’ve always wanted to see. I really can’t give everyone involved enough praise for such a job well done and to Fox for letting them make this movie. And I haven’t even gotten into how awesomePatrick Stewartwas as Charles Xavier or the rest of the supporting cast includingDafne Keen, Boyd Holbrook,Stephen Merchant,Richard E. Grant, andElizabeth Rodriguez.
While the version of the film screened for critics had no such thing, over the past few days word has begun to spread thatLoganmight have a scene added after the credits when it hits theaters. Forget about the rumors…I can confirm it’s true. WhenLoganis released on March 3rd it’ll have a post-credits scene. I’m not sure if it’s half way through the credits or at the very end, but I can 100% tell you something will be there.
Right now Fox is doing advance screenings for critics without this scene and from what I’ve been told it won’t be shown until opening day. But with the way the internet works, I’m sure someone will leak what it is before it’s in theaters, or shortly after the midnight showings on Thursday, March 2nd. But it won’t be me.
Finally, the only way for the superhero/comic book movie genre to survive and thrive is for films to push forward telling new stories that haven’t been made before. They need to surprise audiences with all new twists and turns. They have to raise the stakes higher than some big battle that could end the world in the third act. I’m happy to reportLoganis such a film. While I’d love to say more and go into the specifics of why this film is so special, until everyone has had a chance to see it, I’m holding back.
For more on Logan you canread Matt Goldberg’s review. You can alsoclick herefor all our previous coverage. And below is my interview with Patrick Stewart. Trust me, you’re going to loveLogan. Buy your tickets soon…
