When Ryan Reynolds first brought Deadpool to life on screen, the idea of the character rubbing shoulders with Iron Man or Captain America felt like a pipe dream. It took Disney’s 2019 acquisition of 21st Century Fox to finally bridge that gap, opening the door for the ‘Merc with a Mouth’ to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The transition has not been subtle. Last year’s Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) formally introduced both Reynolds’ Wade Wilson and Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine to the MCU, placing them squarely in the growing multiverse narrative.
Meanwhile, Disney doubled down on Deadpool’s popularity by launching limited-time experiences at Disneyland Resort and Disneyland Paris (both of which generated some pretty significant controversy with those who opposed such a non-family-friendly character in family-friendly parks), signaling a clear intent to make the character a major player going forward.
Still, even as Reynolds assured fans last December that he trusted Marvel leadership “with my life,” the specifics of Deadpool’s cinematic future have remained elusive. “There are no updates to share just yet,” Reynolds said at the time, praising Deadpool’s “enthusiasm and longing to be part of a team” but stopping short of announcing any new projects.
Liefeld Dispels Rumors of a New Deadpool Project
Earlier this week, online speculation exploded after Reynolds, during a casual interview, hinted that he was currently writing “something” that featured “a little ensemble.” Given his recent comments about Deadpool’s unique place in the MCU — one that thrives in solo storytelling rather than blending into massive team-ups — many fans immediately assumed he was teasing a new ensemble Deadpool movie.
The excitement was short-lived. Rob Liefeld, the co-creator of Deadpool, stepped in to offer a reality check. Posting on X, formerly known as Twitter, Liefeld wrote, “Gentle reminder that he is writing a movie called ‘Boy Band.'”
Gentle reminder that he is writing a movie called “Boy Band”
Gentle reminder that he is writing a movie called “Boy Band” https://t.co/vwKIKgo77Q
— robliefeld (@robertliefeld) April 24, 2025
The clarification dealt a blow to fans hoping for another standalone Deadpool project in the near future. Reynolds’ offhand comment, it turns out, was referencing a different script entirely, with no direct ties to Marvel Studios or Deadpool’s ongoing journey. As it stands, no additional Deadpool film has been officially announced beyond Reynolds’ likely participation in a future Avengers crossover.
Behind the Scenes: Liefeld’s Complicated Relationship With Marvel
Liefeld’s quick clarification also comes against the backdrop of lingering tensions between the artist and Marvel Studios. Despite his pivotal role in creating one of Marvel’s most bankable anti-heroes, Liefeld has openly criticized the studio in the past year, notably calling out Kevin Feige after being left off the guest list for the Deadpool & Wolverine premiere afterparty.
Still, Liefeld remains closely connected enough to know if a new Deadpool venture were in motion — suggesting that fans should temper their expectations for now.
Meanwhile, Reynolds himself has not escaped the drama surrounding Deadpool & Wolverine. The actor was recently pulled into a legal battle involving his wife, Blake Lively, and director Justin Baldoni. In court documents, Baldoni alleged that Reynolds mocked him by basing the parody character “Nicepool” in Deadpool & Wolverine on his persona, stirring an unexpected side controversy.
For now, the future of Deadpool in the MCU remains a waiting game — one that fans will watch closely as Marvel’s multiverse saga continues to unfold.
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