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The Merc with a Mouth Isn't Going Anywhere
Ryan Reynolds has a habit of keeping fans on their toes when it comes to the future of his foul-mouthed alter ego, and at this weekend's Fanatics Fest, the actor did what he does best: tease without fully revealing. During a panel appearance, Reynolds confirmed that another Deadpool film is definitely in the cards . though he stopped short of confirming any specific timeline or plot details.
"There's certainly some stuff that I love that [Deadpool co-creator] Fabian [Nicieza] wrote that is incredible [and] Gerry Duggan, another friend and incredible comic writer, that we can put in," Reynolds told the crowd. "But then there's stuff upcoming. There's eventually, you know, remotely another 'Deadpool' film. So it's going to be great."
What Could 'Deep Cuts' Mean for the Franchise?
Here's where things get interesting. Reynolds didn't just hint at another sequel . he suggested the next chapter might pull from some lesser-known corners of Deadpool's comic book history. The actor specifically name-dropped Fabian Nicieza, who co-created the character back in 1991, as well as Gerry Duggan, who penned many beloved Deadpool storylines during his run on the comics.
This isn't just idle fan service, either. Reynolds has proven with Deadpool & Wolverine that he understands what makes the character tick . and what audiences want to see. If the next film is going to explore "deep cuts," we could be looking at storylines that have never been adapted for the screen, giving longtime fans something fresh while still honoring the source material.
A Franchise That Keeps Defying Expectations
Let's be honest: nobody expected Deadpool to become one of Marvel's most reliable box office draws. The character started as a niche antihero, and the first film was produced on a relatively modest budget of $58 million. It grossed over $782 million worldwide, proving that R-rated superhero comedies had serious mainstream appeal.
The sequel performed even better, and then came Deadpool & Wolverine . which shattered expectations by raking in over $1.3 billion globally. At that point, it's safe to say the franchise has earned the right to get creative with its storytelling. If Reynolds wants to dig into the comics' more obscure storylines, audiences will likely follow.
What's Next for the Merc?
Reynolds didn't share any concrete details about when we might see another Deadpool film, but his enthusiasm was unmistakable. Between his busy schedule (did someone say Aviation Gin?), his ownership of Wrexham AFC, and his family life with Blake Lively, the actor has plenty on his plate. Still, if there's one thing we've learned about Ryan Reynolds, it's that he doesn't make promises he can't keep . especially when it comes to Deadpool.
For now, fans can speculate about which "deep cuts" might make it into the next film. Will we finally see some of Fabian Nicieza's early Deadpool adventures adapted? Or perhaps a storyline from Gerry Duggan's celebrated run? Only time will tell, but one thing's for certain: the Merc with a Mouth isn't done making noise in Hollywood.
