The future of Deadpool within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) following the events of Deadpool & Wolverine is still shrouded in mystery. However, Ryan Reynolds has hinted at exciting possibilities for the Merc with a Mouth. After the conclusion of Deadpool & Wolverine, where Wade Wilson returns to Earth-10005—20th Century Fox’s X-Men universe—the potential for a permanent move into the MCU appears viable. While specifics about Deadpool’s next adventures remain unclear, there’s ample opportunity for him to align with many iconic heroes in the MCU.
In his previous live-action outings, Reynolds’ portrayal of Deadpool has seen him team up with a variety of noteworthy characters, such as Colossus and Negasonic Teenage Warhead in the first film, and Cable and Domino in the sequel. With Deadpool & Wolverine introducing a collaboration with a variant of Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine, it stands to reason that Deadpool will continue forging alliances with beloved MCU characters once his integration becomes official. One promising partnership hinted by Reynolds may just lay the groundwork for Deadpool’s next adventure.
Ryan Reynolds’ Admiration for Florence Pugh Could Hint at a Deadpool & Black Widow Team-Up
Ryan Reynolds & Andrew Garfield Praise Florence Pugh
Recently, Ryan Reynolds and Andrew Garfield engaged in a mutual interview as part of Variety’s Actors on Actors series. While discussing the intricacies of working on Deadpool & Wolverine, Garfield highlighted his recent A24 project, We Live in Time, where he shared the screen with Florence Pugh. At around the 46-minute mark, both actors expressed their admiration for Pugh, with Garfield dubbing her “a legit star,”and Reynolds calling her “one of the best living actors.”
Ryan Reynolds: And Florence Pugh is, I mean, wow.
Andrew Garfield: Florence Pugh, yeah, she’s a legit star.
Ryan Reynolds: One of the best living actors that I’ve seen.
Andrew Garfield: I agree. I fully, fully agree.
Although these remarks do not expressly indicate a future collaboration between Deadpool and Yelena Belova within the MCU, they suggest that Reynolds would be enthusiastic about sharing the screen with Florence Pugh. Pugh’s portrayal of Yelena Belova across two MCU projects, with more to come in 2025’s Marvel Zombies and the live-action Thunderbolts, could lead to pivotal interactions with Deadpool—certainly a highly anticipated and entertaining dynamic within the MCU.
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Deadpool & Yelena Belova Have a Rich Comic History
Deadpool and Yelena Belova are both strong-willed antiheroes with questionable methods and dark backstories, placing them at a fascinating intersection. While Deadpool has a history as a mercenary, Yelena has roots as an assassin trained in the Red Room. This shared experience fosters a unique bond between them. Notably, their paths have crossed in Marvel Comics, with Belova once being part of a Thunderbolts team that had a mission to eliminate Deadpool.
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Florence Pugh’s MCU Appearances |
Year |
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Black Widow |
2021 |
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Hawkeye |
2021 |
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Marvel Zombies |
2025 |
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Thunderbolts* |
2025 |
In their comic book interactions, Wade Wilson and Yelena Belova even developed romantic feelings for one another; however, the irreconcilable nature of their missions ultimately doomed their relationship. With Pugh set to take center stage in the upcoming MCU Thunderbolts film, a potential confrontation with Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool might seamlessly translate their complex comic narrative to the big screen, while shedding light on the unanswered questions surrounding Deadpool’s MCU journey.
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Deadpool’s Potential Inclusion in the Thunderbolts
Interestingly, while Yelena Belova—who was disguising herself as Natasha Romanoff—aligned with the Thunderbolts in the comics back in 2009, Deadpool found himself integrated into a different iteration of this team in 2013’s Thunderbolts (Vol. 2). This connection suggests a significant possibility that these two characters will eventually meet in the MCU. Although Deadpool’s trajectory in the Marvel Cinematic Universe remains uncertain post-Deadpool & Wolverine, the film’s success lays a solid foundation for his inclusion in upcoming projects, such as the potential Thunderbolts team.
Deadpool, as one of Marvel Studios’ most beloved and commercially successful antiheroes, stands to benefit immensely from the prospect of joining the Thunderbolts in the future. While this team is still in its nascent stage, Wade Wilson’s entrance following his appearance in Deadpool & Wolverine could inject much-needed star power and vibrancy into the group. As a potential leader—or co-leader alongside Florence Pugh’s Black Widow—this evolution for Deadpool would not only realize Reynolds’ aspirations to work with Pugh but also create an electrifying partnership while expanding the MCU’s colorful and intricate dynamics.
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