Spoiler alert! This article contains spoilers for Deadpool & Wolverine.
Summary
TheDeadpoolmovies are brimming with Marvel references, some of which replicate classic moments fromMarvelComics history. TheDeadpoolfranchise has brought the famed Merc with a Mouth to life, adapting the beloved antihero’s antics to great acclaim. After years of perseverance and a notorious test footage leak, Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool finally received his first solo movie in 2016, leading to its two sequels. Each of these honored the comic books, even recreating specific scenes perfectly.
After Deadpool’s infamous cinematic debut inX-Men Origins: Wolverine, in which Deadpool swayed far too far from the source material to be truly flourish, theDeadpoolmovies were markedly more faithful. 2016’sDeadpoolretained many more of Deadpool’s essential characteristics, which were subsequently maintained in its sequels. With theend ofDeadpool & Wolverineleaving open the door for apossibleDeadpool 4, or even for Wade Wilson to appear somewhere inthe MCU’s future, more madness from Marvel’s Merc with a Mouth will likely be adapted in the future.
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10Deadpool Is Experimented On
Deadpool
As depicted in the firstDeadpoolmovie, Wade Wilson undergoes torturous experiments in the Workshop, a facility designed to unlock latent mutant abilities. After enduring days of severe torture at the hands of Ajax, his latent healing factor is finally triggered, curing his terminal cancer but leaving him with severe disfigurements. This origin story is directly lifted from the comics, where Wade Wilson is subjected to similar treatment by Department K,a clandestine section of the Weapon X program, as seen inDeadpool/Death Annual(vol 1.) in 1998.
The scene inDeadpooleven repeated Deadpool mocking his captor when he learned his real name was Francis. Differing slightly, the comic version explains how Wade Wilson’s healing factor was artificially induced by replicating Wolverine’s regenerative capabilities. Nevertheless, the meticulous recreation of thisorigin story in the movie preserves the character’s essence, ensuring an accurate depiction of Deadpool’s origins.
9Deadpool’s Pineapple And Olive Pizza
One memorable scene inDeadpoolsees Wade Wilson working as a mercenary and tracking down a stalker who works as a pizza delivery guy. Wade cleverly orders a pizza to a stranger’s apartment where he is hiding, ordering a pineapple and olive pizza. This quirky choice is directly taken fromDeadpool(Vol. 4) #10, whereDeadpool employs the exact same tactic, down to the unusual pizza toppings.
This detail serves as a delightful Easter egg and a reference to Deadpool’s idiosyncrasies. It highlightsDeadpool’s unorthodox and often humorous approach to crime-fighting, emphasizing his penchant for the absurd. By incorporating such a specific and odd detail from the comics,Deadpoolproved its commitment to staying true to the source material, while providing a moment of recognition and delight for fans familiar with Deadpool’s comic book escapades.
8Deadpool Teams Up With X-Force
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InDeadpool 2, Wade Wilson assembles a ragtag team of mutants he dubs X-Force. This team includes a mix of quirky and powerful characters, including Domino, Shatterstar, and Peter. This memorable scene fromDeadpool 2included a slew of Marvel charactersand culminated whenDeadpool leads the team on a disastrous first mission. This references Deadpool’s history in Marvel Comics and his heroic trajectory in theDeadpoolmovies.
Deadpool initially appeared as a villain inThe New Mutants, and subsequently featured as an antagonist opposite Cable and his X-Force team. Years later, Deadpool joins forces with a black-ops version of the team inUncanny X-Force.This team was led by Wolverine and also included Archangel, Fantomex, and Psylocke. Much like in the movie, Deadpool in the comicsstarted as a merciless killer for hire but later strives to become a heroand joins the hero team.
7Deadpool’s Probationary Period With The X-Men
Wade Wilson was offered a probationary period with the X-Men inDeadpool 2.Under Colossus’s mentorship, Deadpool is encouraged to become a true hero. This is a nod toDeadpool(Vol. 4) #16, where Deadpool expresses a desire to join the X-Men and is given a probationary period, under Domino’s watch instead of Colossus’s. The movie adaptationcaptures the comedic and chaotic nature of Deadpool’s interactions with the X-Men, highlighting his struggle to fit into a more structured and morally driven team.
Deadpool’s probationary period serves as a comedic device but also reflects his longing for acceptance and purpose. Deadpool’s time with the X-Men even includes thesame yellow shirt for fledgling X-Men members in the comics. By integrating this storyline, the film reflects Deadpool’s long and complicated history with the X-Men, where he is frequently associated with the team despite years without official membership.
6Colossus Vs Juggernaut
One of the standout moments inDeadpool 2is the epic battle between Colossus and Juggernaut. This clash of titans isa thrilling cinematic moment that echoes several encountersbetween the two powerhouses inX-Mencomics. One of their most memorable comic book battles occurs inUncanny X-Men #183(1984), in a story titled “He’ll Never Make Me Cry.”
In this issue, Colossus and Juggernaut happen to be drinking in the same bar. After Colossus accidentally spills his drink on Juggernaut, the pair enact a brutal and destructive brawl.Deadpool 2captures the raw power and intensity of their confrontations,bringing to life the dynamic and often adversarial relationshipbetween these two iconicX-Mencharacters. The fight inDeadpool 2delivered a satisfying and visually spectacular showdown taken straight from the pages of the comics.
5Cable Travels From An Apocalyptic Future
Cable is introduced inDeadpool 2as a time-traveling soldier from a dystopian future. He arrives in the present to prevent a cataclysmic event that claims the lives of his family. This backstory is a faithful adaptation of Cable’s complex comic book history. Originally introduced inNew Mutants #87(1990), Cable’s origins are gradually revealed to involve a future where hefights to prevent the rise of a tyrannical regime.
Cable’s time-traveling missions often bring him into conflict and alliance with various heroes and villains in the present day.Deadpool 2captures the essence of Cable’s character, with ahardened demeanor and relentless determination to change the future. In the comics, Cable likewise remains in the present, opting to continue working to secure a better future by leading the mutant hero team,The New Mutants.
4Deadpool & Wolverine Fight And Team Up
Deadpool & Wolverine
Deadpool & Wolverinedepicts only a snapshot of the tumultuous relationship between the two titular characters. It features the couple engaging in multiple intense confrontations followed by many reluctant collaborations. This dynamic is true to their comic book history, where Deadpool and Wolverine have clashed and teamed up on numerous occasions. Their first encounter inWolverine#88 (1994) is a brutal fight thatsets the tone for their ongoing rivalry and partnership.
Over the years, Deadpool and Wolverine have repeatedly found themselves at odds due to their contrasting personalities and methods, yet they also recognize each other’s capabilities and often join forces against common enemies.Deadpool & Wolverinecaptures this complex relationship, blending intense action sequences withmoments of grudging respect and cooperation. This faithful adaptation highlights the enduring and multifaceted bond between Deadpool and Wolverine, as rooted in their shared comic book history.
3Cassandra Nova’s Probing Hands
ThroughoutDeadpool & Wolverine, the villain Cassandra Nova uses her fingers to psychically probe people’s minds. It isa chilling and visually striking method, which she explains that a limitation of her powers requires physical contact to deploy her psychic powers. This unsettling technique is directly taken fromNew X-Men#115 (2001), where Cassandra Nova performs a similar feat.
In the comic, Cassandra Nova uses her psychic abilities to manipulate and control others, often employing invasive and grotesque methods. Though not limited to physical contact like her movie counterpart, sheequally relishes disturbing her victims. This led to her using probing psychic hands, invading her prey with a sinister glee. The film’s depiction of Cassandra Nova’s probing hands captures the unsettling nature of her powers, staying true to her character’s menacing presence in the comics despite the minor deviations.
2Wolverine Fights The Hulk
Deadpool & Wolverinefeatures several Wolverine variantswho Deadpool tries to recruit to his cause. Each of these recalls a classic moment from Wolverine’s history in Marvel Comics. One of those included a Wolverine variant who is fighting the Hulk. This is a direct nod to Wolverine’s first comic book appearance inThe Incredible Hulk#181 (1974). This issueintroduced Wolverine as a fierce adversaryfor the Hulk, establishing his ferocity and combat skills.
Deadpool & Wolverinealso included a thrilling replication of the iconic cover forThe Incredible Hulk#340 (1988), where Hulk’s reflection appears in Wolverine’s claws. This issue depicteda captivating rematch between the Marvel legends. This cameo inDeadpool & Wolverinepays tribute to Wolverine’s originsand his legendary battles with the Hulk, which have been a staple of Marvel storytelling for decades.
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1Fever Dream Wolverine
Another Wolverine variant depicted in theDeadpool & Wolverinemontage, is one being crucified on a giant X. This is a direct reference toUncanny X-Men#251 (1989). In this issue, Wolverine is captured by the Reavers and crucified on a giant X,a harrowing and iconic scenein his comic book history. The issue received a memorable cover illustration and a haunting narrative titled “Fever Dream.”
“Fever Dream” explores Wolverine’s resilience and determination to survive against overwhelming odds.Deadpool & Wolverinecaptures the brutal and symbolic nature of Wolverine’s sufferingand endurance. By including thisreference inDeadpool & Wolverine, the movie continued its tribute to the most memorable and powerful moments in Wolverine’s comic book history. As a result,Deadpool & Wolverineincludes a swathe of comic-accurate Wolverine moments, maintaining the precedent set by earlierDeadpoolmovies to honor the source material.
Cast
The Merc With The Mouth gets his very own film in Deadpool, an action-adventure comedy movie starring Ryan Reynolds as the titular hero. When mercenary Wade Wilson discovers he has an aggressive type of cancer that threatens to cut his life short, he decides to take a shady offer from a businessman who promises to cure him. Tortured and left for dead, the treatment makes Wade immortal - and a little bit twisted - as he seeks out his tormentors for revenge.
The Merc With the Mouth returns in Deadpool 2, “the sequel to the first one.” Wade Wilson finds himself alone and without purpose until he reluctantly agrees to join the X-Men. Things take a turn for the strange when Wade finds himself in prison after trying to help a young mutant named Russell, and a time-traveling mutant cyborg arrives to slay Russell to save the future. Determined to save Russell and do the right thing, Wade creates a new team of heroes to fight back and save the world the only way Deadpool knows how - as ridiculously as possible.
A follow-up to the highly successful Deadpool and Deadpool 2 films starring Ryan Reynolds as the Merc with a Mouth. The third film will be the first in the franchise to be developed under the Marvel Studios banner following Disney’s acquisition of 20th Century Fox.
