Summary
Deadpool 3 is rumored to bring back many Fox Marvel characters to the MCU, including potential cameos from heroes such as James Marsden's Cyclops and Famke Janssen's Jean Grey.
Director Shawn Levy recognizes the significance of the Fox Marvel heritage and its impact on both the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and the professional trajectories of Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, and himself.
With its potential, Deadpool 3 could lay the foundation for an X-Men narrative prior to the formal inclusion of mutants in the MCU.
Deadpool 3 is rumored to introduce various Fox Marvel characters into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), and a recent update further supports these speculations. While the cast of Deadpool 3 already boasts the charismatic Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool and the iconic Hugh Jackman as Wolverine, accompanied by a talented ensemble of new actors joining the franchise, fans are also hyped about the potential return of stars from the previous two Deadpool movies, including Jennifer Garner as Elektra. Moreover, the latest Deadpool 3 update suggests that this excitement will not go unrewarded.
In an interview with Slash Film, director Shawn Levy discusses how the Fox Marvel legacy will influence the storyline of Deadpool 3. Levy emphasizes that the film being a part of the MCU does not erase the impact and significance of the Fox legacy, as it played a significant role in shaping the current Marvel universe. Levy concludes by emphasizing that the Fox Marvel legacy is an integral part of their storytelling. This statement gives fans hope that the rumored cameos from Fox Marvel actors will indeed come to fruition. Read the full quote below:
"And Deadpool and Wolverine are Marvel characters that have attained iconic status, specifically within the realm of Marvel-of-the-Fox-era characters. We're not going to disregard the fact that the Fox legacy exists and greatly influenced what is now recognized as the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The Fox era also played a significant role in shaping the careers of Ryan, Hugh, and myself. Therefore, there is a wealth of history tied to this, as well as a substantial Marvel history at Fox. Undoubtedly, this history will be reflected in our storytelling."
How Deadpool 3 Can Honor The Fox Marvel Legacy
Following the recent update from the director of Deadpool 3 regarding the rumors of various cameos, he confirmed that some of these rumors hold truth while others do not. Accordingly, it seems highly probable that a handful of Fox Marvel characters, including Cyclops portrayed by James Marsden and Jean Grey portrayed by Famke Janssen, will make an appearance in Deadpool 3. This would mark their return to the screen after a significant gap since their last portrayal.
Marvel Studios plans to incorporate the X-Men into their universe, and Deadpool 3 could serve as the perfect opportunity to set up this storyline. By bringing back Jackman's Wolverine, the movie could showcase a road trip between Deadpool and Wolverine within the Fox Marvel universe. Additionally, Deadpool 3 has the potential to explore the lives of characters from the Tim Story Fantastic Four movies and both X-Men timelines. As the Multiverse Saga concludes with Avengers: Secret Wars in 2027, Deadpool 3 could pay homage to the Fox Marvel legacy by reintroducing beloved franchises and intertwining them with the MCU. With the multiverse concept, Deadpool could assemble a team of past Fox Marvel heroes to help save the multiverse in Avengers: Secret Wars, granting them one last major adventure before the MCU introduces a new version of the X-Men.
Source: Slash Film
