The initial reactions to “Deadpool & Wolverine” are in, and the feedback is overwhelmingly positive.

This excitement is timely for the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), which faced some rare disappointments last year with “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” and “The Marvels.” The new “Deadpool” film, the only Disney-backed Marvel movie slated for release in 2024, marks Deadpool’s official entry into the MCU. 

Critics are calling the sequel “bloody fun” and “a step in the right direction for Marvel.”

Critics and Fans Praise the Film

Sean Tajipour from Nerdtropolis praised the film, stating, “Deadpool & Wolverine’ is a revolutionary addition to the MCU, being the most significant, daring, and impressive MCU movie since ‘Infinity War’ and ‘Endgame.”

Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman is the ultimate duo we’ve all been waiting for!” David Thompson, editor at The Direct, called it both the “goriest” and “funniest MCU project ever,” adding, “Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman together as these icons are INCREDIBLE. 

It’s not perfect, but it’s a thrilling theatrical experience and a step in the right direction for Marvel.”

Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman Shine

“Deadpool & Wolverine” features Ryan Reynolds in his third outing as Deadpool, alongside Hugh Jackman, who returns as Wolverine. Jackman’s comeback follows his character’s death in the 2017 film “Logan.”

The MCU’s multiverse storyline allows Jackman to portray a different version of Wolverine. The supporting cast includes Emma Corrin, Matthew Macfadyen, and Morena Baccarin.

Potential Box Office Success

Despite Marvel’s box office struggles last year, “Deadpool & Wolverine” is set to be a major hit. It’s the first R-rated entry in the MCU and is projected to open with a massive $165 million, potentially making it the biggest debut of 2024 and the highest start for an R-rated film ever.

Social Media Buzz

Shawn Levy’s superhero threequel premiered in New York City, and reactions flooded social media as soon as the event concluded.

A viewer posted on X, “Deadpool & Wolverine meets all expectations. It maintains the tone of the previous films with hilarious jokes and a story that will make you both laugh and cry. Hugh Jackman gives one of his finest performances as Wolverine, and the movie is filled with fantastic surprises that don’t disrupt the storyline.”

Another user posted, “Just watched Deadpool & Wolverine, and it was Marvel’s love letter to comics and the characters in it, from start to finish! HAD AN ABSOLUTE BLAST!!! Trust me, go in blind. DON’T SPOIL YOURSELF. The trailer gave us nothing.” 

Another comment read, “It goes without saying that Deadpool & Wolverine absolutely KILLS it! Ryan and Hugh brought their all into it, the R-rated action is still as gory as ever, and the cameos, when present, felt like they mostly fit well enough into the story. Yep, BIGGER implications are coming!”

One more enthusiast shared, “Deadpool & Wolverine lived up WAY beyond the HYPE!! It seamlessly jumps from a nostalgic cameo-fueled ride to a genuinely sweet and emotional tribute to the Fox-era Marvel movies. It’s insane how much was hidden. Funniest MCU movie to date. Shawn Levy’s action also kicks ass.”

Mixed Reactions

Not all feedback was positive. Some viewers were less impressed, with one user on X calling it “one of the worst-made movies of the year,” adding, “It’s honestly so bad I was in disbelief. I love movies made for cameos with no plot and zero idea of where to place a camera.” 

Another critic labeled it “an eyesore from beginning to end,” and yet another noted, “Love it when a Marvel movie drops to ‘MASTERPIECE’ posts and then anybody not obsessed with the MCU’s success collectively agrees it’s mediocre at best.”

Overall, “Deadpool & Wolverine” has generated a wave of excitement and anticipation. The film’s blend of humor, action, and nostalgia, along with strong performances from Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, promises to make it a standout entry in the MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe). 

As fans eagerly await its release, the positive early reactions suggest that Marvel might have a hit on their hands.