Ben Affleck didn’t sign off on Jennifer Garner’s divorce joke in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’

Ben Affleck didn’t sign off on Jennifer Garner’s divorce joke in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’

Ben Affleck wasn’t given a heads up about that joke in “Deadpool & Wolverine.” In the Marvel film, Jennifer Garner returns as Elektra and makes a joke about Affleck, who she was married to for 10 years. Shawn Levy, the director of the film, revealed on Josh Horowitz’s “Happy Sad Confused” podcast on Monday that he … Read more

‘Deadpool’ director defends Jennifer Garner, Hugh Jackman divorce jabs: ‘All in a playful spirit’

‘Deadpool’ director defends Jennifer Garner, Hugh Jackman divorce jabs: ‘All in a playful spirit’

Deadpool might be an unapologetic jerk, but at least he got permission. Discussing some of the more cruel jabs made at the “Deadpool & Wolverine” cast’s personal lives in the new Marvel blockbuster, director Shawn Levy said every crack was mutually agreed upon. “We never did a joke about or with anyone that we didn’t … Read more

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ breaks record, becomes highest-grossing R-rated movie ever with $97M second weekend

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ breaks record, becomes highest-grossing R-rated movie ever with M second weekend

After 10 days in theaters, “Deadpool & Wolverine” is already the highest-grossing R-rated movie ever, not accounting for inflation. In its second weekend, the Marvel Studios blockbuster starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman continued to steamroll through movie theaters, collecting $97 million according to studio estimates Sunday. That raised its two-week total to $395.6 million, pushing it … Read more

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ scores another night at No. 1 as it rakes in over $28M to kick off weekend

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ scores another night at No. 1 as it rakes in over M to kick off weekend

It was more heroics for “Deadpool & Wolverine,” with the Marvel Studios flick remaining in the No. 1 box office spot on Friday, The Numbers reported. In its second week in theaters, the “fantastic buddy comedy,” earned $28.3 million on Friday. The comic-book movie made a staggering $205 million in its first weekend alone, slashing … Read more

Exclusive | Madonna collaborator Patrick Leonard won’t see ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ — despite their big ‘Like a Prayer’ scene

Exclusive | Madonna collaborator Patrick Leonard won’t see ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ — despite their big ‘Like a Prayer’ scene

The feeling when one of your biggest hits is played, 35 years later, in the biggest blockbuster of the summer. That’s the kind of puffed-out chest you’d expect Patrick Leonard would be flexing right about now — after “Like a Prayer,” the 1989 smash that he co-wrote and co-produced for Madonna, was featured in an … Read more

Ryan Reynolds trolls Jamie Lee Curtis’ MCU apology after she called the franchise ‘bad’

Ryan Reynolds trolls Jamie Lee Curtis’ MCU apology after she called the franchise ‘bad’

Ryan Reynolds is taking a stand for Jamie Lee Curtis after her recent comments about Marvel sparked controversy. “Wait, is everyone expected to apologize for slamming Marvel post-Endgame?” Reynolds, 47, questioned on X, formerly Twitter, on Thursday, following Curtis’ apology for her recent remarks about the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Ryan Reynolds the UK event … Read more

Exclusive | Richard Simmons musical collaborator sent late fitness guru ‘something the day he passed that he never heard’

Exclusive | Richard Simmons musical collaborator sent late fitness guru ‘something the day he passed that he never heard’

Richard Simmons was famous for revolutionizing the workout world by “Sweatin’ to the Oldies.” And before his death on July 13 — a day after celebrating his 76th birthday — the fitness guru was toning up tunes for a musical about his legendary life with longtime Madonna collaborator Patrick Leonard. “He had sent me some … Read more

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ smashes R-rated record with $205 million debut, 8th biggest opening ever

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ smashes R-rated record with 5 million debut, 8th biggest opening ever

Marvel is back on top with “ Deadpool & Wolverine.” The comic-book movie made a staggering $205 million in its first weekend in North American theaters, according to studio estimates Sunday. It shattered the opening record for R-rated films previously held by the first “Deadpool” ($132 million) and notched a spot in the top 10 openings … Read more

Jennifer Garner stuck in elevator for over an hour at her first Comic-Con

Jennifer Garner stuck in elevator for over an hour at her first Comic-Con

Warning: This article does contain spoilers for “Deadpool & Wolverine” Jennifer Garner attended the famous San Diego Comic-Con for the first time this year but almost didn’t make it thanks to a stuck elevator. The actress, who was on hand to support her cameo role in “Deadpool and Wolverine,” shared a series of videos documenting the … Read more

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ is a box office marvel, clawing its way to No. 1

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ is a box office marvel, clawing its way to No. 1

It was a box office Marvel. “Deadpool & Wolverine” clawed its way to No. 1, earning $96 million on its opening day Friday, The Numbers reported. The Marvel Studios flick which The Post called a “fantastic buddy comedy,” is on its way to a probable $400 million global opening, according to Forbes. “Twisters,” which was … Read more

Jennifer Garner jokes about ex-husband Ben Affleck in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’

Jennifer Garner jokes about ex-husband Ben Affleck in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’

The fourth wall has been broken. An A-list star reprised her role as a Marvel character in “Deadpool & Wolverine” — and made a subtle joke about her personal life. Spoilers below for “Deadpool & Wolverine.”  Jennifer Garner makes a cameo as Elektra, the role she debuted in 2003’s “Daredevil” and reprised in 2005’s “Elektra.” … Read more

Video: ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ | Anatomy of a Scene

Video: ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ | Anatomy of a Scene

new video loaded: ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ | Anatomy of a Scene transcript Back transcript ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ | Anatomy of a Scene The director Shawn Levy narrates a sequence from his film starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman. I’m Shawn Levy, the director, co-writer and co-producer of “Deadpool & Wolverine.” “So what made you finally … Read more

‘Deadpool’ Star Morena Baccarin’s Skin and Hair Ride-or-Dies

‘Deadpool’ Star Morena Baccarin’s Skin and Hair Ride-or-Dies

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Much like her outspoken prostitute character, Vanessa Carlyle, in the “Deadpool” movies — who proudly announced, “I’ve played a lot of roles, but damsel in distress ain’t one of them” — Brazilian-born New York-based actress Morena Baccarin is … Read more

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ mocks Hugh Jackman’s divorce: ‘He’s let himself go’

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ mocks Hugh Jackman’s divorce: ‘He’s let himself go’

Wolverine rarely cracks a smile, but Hugh Jackman’s got a winning sense of humor — especially about himself. That comes in handy in “Deadpool & Wolverine,” the new Marvel movie in which the 55-year-old actor plays the mutant for the first time since 2017’s “Logan.” Deadpool (Ryan Reynolds) jokes about the divorce of Hugh Jackman, who … Read more

Exclusive | Leslie Uggams says Ryan Reynolds made her ‘feel safe’ as his badass sidekick in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’: ‘He’s funny as hell’

Exclusive | Leslie Uggams says Ryan Reynolds made her ‘feel safe’ as his badass sidekick in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’: ‘He’s funny as hell’

Yes, Ryan Reynolds is uniting screen superpowers with Hugh Jackman in “Deadpool & Wolverine,” the Marvel crossover blockbuster that hits theaters on Friday. But for the third film in the franchise’s trilogy, the madcap mutant has another partner in foul-mouthed wisecracking: Blind Al, Deadpool’s deadpanning roommate played by “Roots” legend Leslie Uggams — in all … Read more

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ review: Fantastic buddy comedy gives the MCU new hope

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ review: Fantastic buddy comedy gives the MCU new hope

movie review DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE Running time: 127 minutes. Rated R (strong bloody violence and language throughout, gore and sexual references). In theaters July 26. “Good to see you,” Deadpool says to Wolverine early in their new movie. “You’re joining at a bit of a low point.” The sword-wielding superhuman also known as Wade Wilson … Read more

‘Deadpool & Wolverine,’ the first R-rated MCU movie, has more than 100 F-bombs

‘Deadpool & Wolverine,’ the first R-rated MCU movie, has more than 100 F-bombs

Fear not, Mickey Mouse hasn’t tamped down Deadpool. In fact, “Deadpool & Wolverine,” the third film in the Ryan Reynolds-led series but the first for the Disney-owned Marvel Cinematic Universe, breaks a curse-word record. The threequel, out Friday, July 26, includes more than 100 F-bombs — 116 by The Post’s count — which is the … Read more

Blake Lively claps back at rumors she and Ryan Reynolds are divorcing

Blake Lively claps back at rumors she and Ryan Reynolds are divorcing

Blake Lively doesn’t let gossip get to her. The “It Ends with Us” actress, 36, responded to a comment about the status of her marriage to Ryan Reynolds. After Lively shared an Instagram Monday to support her husband’s new movie “Deadpool & Wolverine,” a commenter claimed there are “rumors” that the couple is getting divorced … Read more

Ryan Reynolds asked Madonna in person to use ‘Like a Prayer’ in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’

Ryan Reynolds asked Madonna in person to use ‘Like a Prayer’ in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’

Just like a prayer, she’ll make you take it there. Ryan Reynolds had a bigger challenge than any Marvel superhero has faced by convincing Madonna to let her classic hit “Like a Prayer” be used in “Deadpool & Wolverine,” the crossover blockbuster that opens in theaters on Friday. Reynolds — who stars as Deadpool opposite … Read more

Is Blake Lively Lady Deadpool? ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ set photo sparks wild fan theory

Is Blake Lively Lady Deadpool? ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ set photo sparks wild fan theory

Blake Lively sparked a frenzy Monday on social media when she posted a photo of herself kissing her husband, Ryan Reynolds, on the set of “Deadpool & Wolverine.” The photograph immediately ignited speculation among fans, mainly due to Lively’s red attire, which many interpreted as hinting that she’s playing Lady Deadpool in the film. Blake … Read more