Robert Downey Jr. cameo was written for ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ but ‘MCU clearly had bigger plans’

Robert Downey Jr. cameo was written for ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ but ‘MCU clearly had bigger plans’

Before Robert Downey Jr.’s return to Marvel as Doctor Doom, the creators of “Deadpool & Wolverine” explored the possibility of bringing him back as Tony Stark.  Director Shawn Levy revealed that almost everyone approached for a cameo in the film agreed to participate, including Jennifer Garner (Elektra), Henry Cavill (The “Cavillrine” Wolverine variant) and Wesley … 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

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

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

10 hot blockbusters to see this summer

10 hot blockbusters to see this summer

There may be no #Barbenheimer, but the 2024 summer movie season is finally heating up. Thanks to the domestic box office success of sequels “Inside Out 2” ($469 million) “A Quiet Place: Day One” ($98 million) and “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” ($165 million), theater chains can heave a sigh of relief. For now. There … Read more

Fans roast Hugh Jackman’s apartment after noticing ‘sad’ detail in Met Gala pic: ‘What’s in the bowl?’

Fans roast Hugh Jackman’s apartment after noticing ‘sad’ detail in Met Gala pic: ‘What’s in the bowl?’

Hugh Jackman fans spotted some “sad” details in the star’s snap he posted to Instagram ahead of the Met Gala. Since 2004, Jackman had attended the Met Gala with his wife, Deborra-Lee Furness, six times. However, after being there together in 2022 and 2023, the actor posed alone on the red carpet this year having … Read more

New ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ trailer shows Hugh Jackman clawed and dangerous with Ryan Reynolds: ‘Let’s f–king go’

New ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ trailer shows Hugh Jackman clawed and dangerous with Ryan Reynolds: ‘Let’s f–king go’

Cue Madonna’s “Like a Prayer” — because they’re going to need it. Hugh Jackman has officially returned as Wolverine in the first trailer for “Deadpool & Wolverine,” which dropped on Monday. The highly anticipated teaser kicks off with Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool finding Jackman’s Wolverine at a bar — where he’s “not welcome,” according to the bartender. … Read more

Rebecca Ferguson’s screaming co-star claims spark wild Tom Cruise and Hugh Grant fan theories

Rebecca Ferguson’s screaming co-star claims spark wild Tom Cruise and Hugh Grant fan theories

The biggest mystery on the internet at the moment is who yelled at Rebecca Ferguson.  The Swedish actress, 40, best known for the “Mission: Impossible” movies, “The Greatest Showman” and the “Dune” franchise, recently recounted a heated exchange she had with a co-star during an appearance on the “Reign With Josh Smith” podcast Tuesday. “I … Read more

Ryan Reynolds wraps up filming ‘Deadpool 3’ with raunchy crotch shot

Ryan Reynolds wraps up filming ‘Deadpool 3’ with raunchy crotch shot

Ryan Reynolds is the whole package. The 47-year-old actor celebrated wrapping filming for “Deadpool 3” on Wednesday by posting a photo of his clothed nether region on social media. “The suit hides the blood. Also sweat … But today, with Deadpool wrapping, it’s mostly tears,” Reynolds captioned a waist-down photo of him in his famous … Read more

Ryan Reynolds borrows Hugh Jackman’s broken Emmy for his acceptance speech, promises not to ‘f—k up’ his next movie

Ryan Reynolds borrows Hugh Jackman’s broken Emmy for his acceptance speech, promises not to ‘f—k up’ his next movie

Ryan Reynolds had viewers in stitches during his Creative Emmy Award acceptance speech on Sunday after the actor used Hugh Jackman’s broken award to thank the Television Academy’s Creative Arts Emmy Awards Committee. The snarky speech comes after “Welcome to Wrexham,” a docuseries about the Welsh football club co-owned by Reynolds, and “It’s Always Sunny In … Read more

Hugh Jackman and ex Deborra-Lee Furness release joint tribute mourning Bill Granger’s death

Hugh Jackman and ex Deborra-Lee Furness release joint tribute mourning Bill Granger’s death

Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness are mourning the loss of their friend Bill Granger, following his death on Dec. 25 at 54. The estranged couple, who announced their split after 27 years of marriage on Sept. 15, are clearly still close and paid tribute to their friend in a joint statement on Instagram. “We are devastated to hear … Read more

Hugh Jackman scolded by security for getting too close to Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree

Hugh Jackman scolded by security for getting too close to Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree

Hugh Jackman broke a big rule during an outing for Christmas in New York over the holidays. The Aussie actor, who recently announced his separation from his wife, took a trip on Christmas morning to go and see the big tree at Rockefeller Center. However, his little solo excursion didn’t quite end up going as … Read more

Daniel Radcliffe ‘flattered’ by Wolverine rumors: ‘I got buff because I am obsessive’

Daniel Radcliffe ‘flattered’ by Wolverine rumors: ‘I got buff because I am obsessive’

Hugh Jackman can rest easy. Daniel Radcliffe has finally reacted to fan rumors that he might be the next Wolverine, noting that there is simply no truth to the theory. “No,” Radcliffe, 34, confirmed during a Vanity Fair lie detector interview with his “Merrily We Roll Along” costars Jonathan Groff and Lindsay Mendez. When asked … Read more

Taylor Swift’s Chiefs-Jets suite was ‘depressing,’ director Shawn Levy says

Taylor Swift’s Chiefs-Jets suite was ‘depressing,’ director Shawn Levy says

Shawn Levy had to “Shake It Off.” The “Night at the Museum” director, 55, was a little shooketh after watching the Kansas City Chiefs and New York Jets play at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Oct. 1. Levy watched the game alongside Taylor Swift, 33, and a slew of other Hollywood A-listers including Hugh Jackman, 54, … Read more