As the world of mercs and claws brings back the timelessness of Marvel comics to life with MCU’s upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, the colossal burden of expectations naturally tags along. Following the prolonged delays caused by SAG-AFTRA strikes, persistent leaks related to Deadpool, and the confusion surrounding the potential title of the film, Shawn Levy has finally addressed the most prevalent misconception about the upcoming movie, previously thought to be Deadpool 3. 

According to the director, the forthcoming film will deviate from the traditional Deadpool formula, and here is how.

In a recent exclusive interview with Screen Rant at CinemaCon, Shawn Levy broke the ice concerning the central myth surrounding the forthcoming Deadpool & Wolverine in regards to what necessitated the title change from Deadpool 3 to the official one. Levy clarified to avoid any quotient of misdirection that the soon-to-be-released Deadpool & Wolverine is undoubtedly “the third Deadpool movie but it’s not Deadpool 3”. For those curious about the meaning, the movie surely centers on Deadpool but “it’s not trying to copycat anything from the first two movies”.

In essence, although Deadpool takes primacy, it is not inherently just a direct sequel to the previous installments. Moreover, since the film is supposed to be a “two-hander character adventure”, the inclusion of both Deadpool and Wolverine in the title is warranted. Therefore, the decision by the MCU to diverge from the title trend established by Fox's original Deadpool movies reflects a desire to acknowledge the significance of both principal characters, allowing their star power to shine equally in what is poised to be the MCU's flagship film of the year.

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Technically, even though Deadpool remains at the forefront, the film aims to carve its own identity, distinct from its predecessors, with the spotlight focused on Wolverine as well. Having said that, during the CinemaCon event, Levy also offered insights into the dynamic of Deadpool and Wolverine, or rather, between Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman. 

During the CinemaCon 2024 Big Screen Achievement Awards, Shawn Levy graced the event to receive the Director of the Year Award on Thursday. However, the moment of honor soon turned into instances of revelation about the highly anticipated Deadpool & Wolverine as he was approached by Extra for some insights about the two titular roles. Although the maker refrained from divulging explicit details about its content, he did describe the seamless process of Deadpool and Logan’s integration as a genuine “lovefest”. 

Focusing on their undeniable chemistry, the director disclosed the immense admiration that Reynolds carries for Logan and “Wolverine’s legacy” and how Jackman reciprocates the sentiment about Deadpool. Levy further leaned on their celebrated decade-long friendship that built the foundation of the movie’s smooth progression to tell a “story worth telling”. While he also pledged that this cinematic experience will be nothing less than a “treat” for the fans, his clarification regarding the shift in the title now has intrigued more onlookers to keep an eye out for the release. 

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