Reynolds: Deadpool to Shift to Supporting MCU Roles

Ryan Reynolds announced during a recent interview on Sunday Today that the foul-mouthed mercenary Deadpool will shift to a supporting role in future Marvel Cinematic Universe projects, moving away from solo spotlight after three successful films. The actor, who has portrayed Wade Wilson since 2016, revealed he has ideas in development but envisions the character thriving in ensemble settings rather than as the central figure.

Speaking with host Willie Geist in New York City on April 7, Reynolds shared that he has "some stuff kind of written" for Deadpool's return. "I don't think I am ever going to center him again," he said. "He is a supporting character. He is a guy who's great in a group." This comes nearly a year after Deadpool & Wolverine, the 2024 team-up with Hugh Jackman's Wolverine, which grossed $1.33 billion worldwide and became the highest-earning R-rated film in history. The movie marked Deadpool's official entry into the MCU, blending multiverse elements with high-stakes action and earning strong reviews, including an 83 percent approval from critics and 94 percent from audiences on Rotten Tomatoes.

Reynolds' comments align with his earlier statements on the...