Ever since the release of the first Deadpool film, fans have been clamoring for a team-up between the Merc with a Mouth and the X-Men‘s resident mutant, Wolverine. Although we did get a glimpse of the two in the 2009 film X-Men Origins: Wolverine, it was not exactly the team-up we were hoping for. However, it seems like we came close to getting a more substantial interaction between the two characters in the 2016 film Deadpool.

The Deleted Scene

According to a recent interview with Deadpool director Tim Miller, there was a deleted scene that featured Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool and Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine. The scene was supposed to take place in the film’s third act, where Deadpool and Weasel (played by T.J. Miller) are trying to come up with a plan to take down Ajax and Angel Dust.

Miller explained that the scene involved Deadpool dressing up as Wolverine, complete with a makeshift mask and claws, in an attempt to lure the villains into a trap. However, the scene was ultimately cut due to pacing issues and the fact that it didn’t quite fit with the rest of the film’s tone.

Why It Didn’t Work

While the idea of Deadpool pretending to be Wolverine sounds hilarious, it seems like it didn’t quite mesh with the rest of the film. According to Miller, the scene was shot during the film’s reshoots, but it was ultimately deemed unnecessary and was cut from the final version of the film.

It’s understandable why the scene was cut, especially considering the pacing issues that the film faced during its production. The final product was already quite packed with action, humor, and character development, so adding another scene might have made the film feel a bit too long or disjointed.

What Could Have Been

Although the deleted scene didn’t make it into the final version of the film, it’s interesting to think about what could have been. The dynamic between Deadpool and Wolverine is one that fans have been eager to see on the big screen, and this scene would have given us a glimpse into that.

It’s also worth noting that the scene would have been a nod to the comic book series, where Deadpool often breaks the fourth wall and references other Marvel characters, including Wolverine. This could have been a fun way to incorporate more of the comic book elements into the film.

Future Possibilities

While we didn’t get to see the deleted scene in Deadpool, there’s still hope that we might see a more substantial team-up between Deadpool and Wolverine in the future. With the success of the first film and the upcoming sequel, it’s possible that we could see more interactions between the two characters in future X-Men films.

It’s also worth noting that the X-Men franchise is currently undergoing a bit of a reboot, with the upcoming film Logan marking the end of the current Wolverine series. This could potentially pave the way for a new iteration of the character, possibly even one that interacts with Deadpool in a more meaningful way.

Conclusion

Although the deleted scene between Deadpool and Wolverine didn’t make it into the final version of the film, it’s interesting to think about what could have been. The dynamic between the two characters is one that fans have been eager to see on the big screen, and this scene would have given us a glimpse into that.

With the success of the first Deadpool film and the upcoming sequel, it’s possible that we could see more interactions between the two characters in future X-Men films. Until then, we’ll just have to keep dreaming about what could have been.

So, what do you think? Are you disappointed that this scene was cut from the film, or do you think it was the right decision? Let us know in the comments!

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