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Ryan Reynolds Teases Deadpool 4, Hints There’s Still a ‘Few Deep Cuts’ to Adapt From the Comics
Ryan Reynolds has given fresh hints about a fourth Deadpool film, suggesting he wants to draw on lesser-known material from the character's Marvel comic book history rather than sticking to storylines already used on screen. Speaking at Fanatics Fest, the actor named comic writers Fabian Nicieza and Gerry Duggan as key influences whose work has yet to be adapted, indicating the sequel could explore new territory for the franchise following 2024's Deadpool & Wolverine, which grossed around $1.3 billion at the box office.
Nicieza co-created Deadpool and wrote his first solo comic run, while Duggan penned several acclaimed series including Deadpool vs. SHIELD and Wedding of Deadpool. No concrete plans for Deadpool 4 have been confirmed, and Reynolds is not expected to appear in this year's Avengers: Doomsday. He has also spoken previously about developing a possible X-Men ensemble film featuring Deadpool in a supporting role, though this remains an informal, privately developed idea rather than an official pitch to Marvel.
In short
- Ryan Reynolds teases Deadpool 4 with unused comic storylines
- Cites writers Fabian Nicieza and Gerry Duggan as inspiration
- No confirmed plans yet; Reynolds may favour ensemble over solo film
Explained simply
Deadpool is a Marvel character known for irreverent humour and graphic violence who has achieved major box office success in recent films. The 2024 film Deadpool & Wolverine grossed around $1.3 billion, making it one of the highest-grossing films of all time and establishing the character as an extremely valuable asset for Marvel Studios.
Ryan Reynolds stars in the lead role and has been integral to shaping the franchise's creative direction. The character originated in Marvel comics created by Fabian Nicieza and has subsequently been developed by other writers including Gerry Duggan, who penned several acclaimed Deadpool comic series.
Film studios typically draw on comics as source material when planning sequels, and Deadpool has an extensive publishing history with many storylines not yet adapted for screen. This provides considerable scope for future films should the franchise continue beyond its most recent instalment.