In a move that seems to capitalize on the massive success of the recent “Deadpool & Wolverine” film, Marvel Comics has announced a new series featuring the fan-favorite duo. The upcoming comic, “Deadpool/Wolverine,” will hit shelves in January 2025, promising to bring the chaotic energy of the cinematic pairing to the printed page.
The film “Deadpool & Wolverine” was a box office smash, earning over a billion dollars and introducing a new generation of fans to these iconic characters. It featured the return of Hugh Jackman as Wolverine, alongside Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool, and was packed with the fourth-wall-breaking humor and cameos that fans have come to expect from the Deadpool franchise.
The new comic series, helmed by writer Benjamin Percy and artist Joshua Cassara, aims to explore the shared history of Deadpool and Wolverine while pitting them against a returning X-Men villain. This collaboration is expected to delve deeper into the complex relationship between the Merc with a Mouth and the adamantium-clawed mutant.
Fan reaction to the announcement has been mixed. Some see it as a transparent attempt to ride the coattails of the film’s success, while others are excited about the potential for more adventures featuring this unlikely duo.
One fan commented,
“This is the kind of MCU/Comics synergy I totally favor. Deadpool and Wolverine are the nitro and glycerine of comics. Put them together and things will explode in the best possible way.”
Others view the series as an opportunity to bring new readers into the world of comics, with one fan noting,
“I’m up for anything that brings in new readers.”
This announcement comes amid rumors of a sequel to the “Deadpool & Wolverine” film and speculation about the characters’ future appearances in other MCU projects. Marvel is keen to keep the momentum going for these famous characters across multiple media platforms.
As the release date approaches, fans can expect more details about the plot and potential tie-ins to the broader Marvel comic universe. Whether you’re a long-time comic reader or a newcomer brought in by the MCU, Deadpool and Wolverine’s wild ride seems far from over.
