Ryan Reynolds Eyes Deadpool-X-Men Film: Early Stages

Ryan Reynolds is reportedly in the "early stages" of developing a new film that would bring together Deadpool and the X-Men, according to THR. This project, separate from the X-Men movie being penned by Hunger Games writer Michael Lesslie, would feature Deadpool not as the lead, but sharing the spotlight with three or four other X-Men characters. Reynolds aims to put these characters front and center, allowing them to be "used in unexpected ways," which promises a fresh take on the superhero ensemble genre.

This concept echoes the development process of Deadpool & Wolverine, which started as a low-budget road trip movie before evolving into the blockbuster it became. Reynolds is known for nurturing his ideas independently before presenting them to Marvel, a strategy that has paid off in the past. While details about which X-Men characters might join Deadpool remain under wraps, the Merc With a Mouth has a history of teaming up with various mutants, including Wolverine, Colossus, Sabertooth, Pyro, and even Channing Tatum's Gambit.

This isn't the first time rumors have surfaced about Reynolds working on an ensemble movie featuring Deadpool, but this new information sheds more light on the potential direction of the project. As fans eagerly await further developments, they can also explore upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe movies and TV shows, or delve deeper into why Reynolds believes Deadpool shouldn't join the Avengers or X-Men, the record-breaking success of Deadpool & Wolverine, and the intricacies of its ending. Additionally, for insights into the latest MCU offerings, check out our review of Thunderbolts*.

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