Deadpool (2016)

Overview

Overview of the movie "Deadpool"

"Deadpool" is a 2016 American superhero comedy action film based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name. Directed by Tim Miller, the film stars Ryan Reynolds in the title role. It is known for its black humor, breaking the fourth wall, and profanity, which earned it an R rating.

Plot

Wade Wilson (Ryan Reynolds) is a former special forces operative turned mercenary. After being diagnosed with cancer, he agrees to an experimental treatment that promises to cure him and activate "dormant genes." However, it turns out to be part of a mutation program run by the sadistic Ajax (Ed Skrein). Wade is subjected to torture, which disfigures him but also grants him an extraordinary regenerative ability. After escaping, Wade creates the alter ego Deadpool and sets out to find Ajax to force him to restore his face.

Franchise chronology

The "Deadpool" franchise includes the following projects:

• Deadpool (2016) — the first film, which tells the origin story of the hero. Directed by Tim Miller. 1 season (film).
• Deadpool 2 (2018) — the sequel, in which Deadpool forms the X-Force team to protect a young mutant from Cable. Directed by David Leitch. 1 season (film).
• Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) — the third film, which integrates Deadpool into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Together with Wolverine (Hugh Jackman), they embark on a multiverse adventure. Directed by Shawn Levy. 1 season (film).

There are also short films and specials, but the main trilogy consists of these three films.