Essential Insights
- “Deadpool & Wolverine”stands as the top-grossing R-rated film of all time, amassing over $1.3 billion globally.
- The film achieved a record-setting debut week for an R-rated movie on digital platforms in the United States.
- Following the triumph of “Deadpool & Wolverine,”Marvel Studios is slated to explore various R-rated projects.
“Deadpool & Wolverine” is shattering records and has recently reached another remarkable milestone. This R-rated film, featuring the irreverent Merc with a Mouth alongside the formidable mutant with adamantium claws, is solidifying its status as one of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s (MCU) standout entries.
Released in theaters earlier this year, “Deadpool & Wolverine”has garnered a legion of fans, with some dubbing the titular character “Marvel Jesus,”a moniker that seems increasingly fitting. The film has raked in over $1.3 billion in global box office sales, securing its place as the highest-grossing R-rated feature to date. It has also proven to Marvel Studios that R-rated films can succeed commercially, overtaking “Iron Man 3″to become the seventh highest-grossing film ever.
According to a report from Deadline, the collaboration between Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman has achieved the largest first-week sales for an R-rated film on digital platforms in the United States. The prior record was held by “John Wick: Chapter 4.””Deadpool & Wolverine,”directed by Shawn Levy, was released for rental or purchase on digital platforms starting October 1, rapidly becoming a popular online choice.
Upon its theatrical premiere on July 25, fans eagerly anticipated this comic book film, which marked the MCU’s first foray into R-rated territory. It brought Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool into the MCU alongside a returning Hugh Jackman as Wolverine, generating excitement among Marvel enthusiasts globally. This event not only marked Jackman’s anticipated return as Logan (potentially for one final time) but also set the stage for more R-rated offerings from Marvel.
Reports indicate that Marvel Studios is now delving into multiple R-rated projects fueled by the overwhelming success of “Deadpool & Wolverine”at the box office and among viewers. Rumors are circulating about a Midnight Sons project receiving the green light for R-rating, as well as a new “Daredevil: Born Again”series, which promises to deliver more intense violence than previous MCU iterations following Kevin Feige’s approval for a third Deadpool movie.
Additionally, the longstanding Blade project is reportedly on the table for an R-rated approach, aligning perfectly with the character’s iconic status. While Mahershala Ali remains attached to the project, fan enthusiasm for the return of Wesley Snipes as Blade has intensified, especially after his notable cameo in “Deadpool & Wolverine,”a nostalgic moment for comic book movie fans around the globe.
“Deadpool & Wolverine” will be available for purchase on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD starting October 22.
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