Ryan Reynolds is Teasing a Deadpool & X-Men Team-Up Movie – Here’s What We Know
Ryan Reynolds might not be done with Deadpool after Deadpool & Wolverine’s billion-dollar success. But don’t expect Deadpool 4—instead, he’s reportedly cooking up something even bigger: a Deadpool and X-Men team-up movie!
While nothing is confirmed yet, insider reports by THR suggest Reynolds is drafting ideas for a film where Deadpool shares the spotlight with three or four iconic X-Men characters. Could this be the MCU’s first real step toward integrating mutants? Let’s break down everything we know so far.
Why Not Another Solo Deadpool Movie?
After Deadpool & Wolverine became the highest-grossing R-rated movie ever ($1.338 billion), fans expected Reynolds to fast-track another sequel. But the actor has been clear: he doesn’t want a traditional Deadpool 4.
Reynolds believes every Deadpool movie needs a fresh angle to justify its existence, and another solo film might feel repetitive after three outings. Instead, a team-up with the X-Men allows him to explore new dynamics while helping Marvel introduce mutants in a fun, subversive way.
He’s also hinted that if Deadpool ever officially joins the Avengers or X-Men, it would signal the end of his journey. Keeping him as a chaotic wildcard preserves his unpredictable charm while leaving room for future stories.
What Would a Deadpool & X-Men Movie Look Like?
Details are still vague, but the concept seems to revolve around Deadpool interacting with a small group of X-Men—possibly in a supporting role rather than as the lead.
This approach would let Marvel reintroduce mutants without committing to a full reboot, using Deadpool’s humor and meta-commentary to ease audiences into the transition.
As for which X-Men could appear, nothing is confirmed, but there are plenty of exciting possibilities. Wicked star Cynthia Erivo has publicly campaigned to play Storm, while Channing Tatum—who was once attached to Fox’s scrapped Gambit movie—could finally bring the card-throwing mutant to life. Classic characters like Cyclops, Rogue, or Beast could also make their proper MCU debuts.
This project would reportedly be separate from Marvel’s main X-Men reboot (currently being written by Hunger Games scribe Michael Lesslie), meaning it could serve as a bridge between Fox’s legacy and the MCU’s fresh take.
Ryan Reynolds’ Bigger Plan: Writing & Producing Over Acting
Reynolds has been shifting toward behind-the-scenes roles in recent years, focusing more on writing and producing than acting. He’s currently working on Boy Band, a Paramount comedy about aging boy band members that could even reunite him with Hugh Jackman.
His growing creative influence is clear—Marvel trusts his vision enough to give him unprecedented control over Deadpool’s future. In interviews, Reynolds has admitted he’s "more passionate about storytelling than acting," which explains why he’s so hands-on with shaping these projects.
That means any Deadpool/X-Men movie would likely carry his signature blend of humor, heart, and self-aware meta-commentary, ensuring it doesn’t feel like just another corporate Marvel product.
When Could This Movie Happen?
Don’t hold your breath just yet. Reynolds is still in the early brainstorming phase, drafting treatments before formally pitching anything to Marvel. The studio already has multiple mutant projects in development, including a mainline X-Men reboot, so timing will be key.
If the project gets greenlit soon, filming could potentially begin by 2026 for a 2027 or 2028 release. But given Reynolds’ meticulous approach—remember, Deadpool & Wolverine evolved from a low-budget road trip idea—it might take a while before anything concrete materializes.
A Deadpool-led X-Men movie could be the perfect transition from Fox’s universe to the MCU. His fourth-wall-breaking humor could help smooth over continuity issues, while his chaotic energy would prevent the film from feeling like just another origin story.
Of course, there are risks—too much Deadpool might overshadow the X-Men, and if not handled carefully, the whole thing could come across as pure fan service. But with Reynolds at the helm, the odds of it being something fresh and exciting are high.
What Do You Think? Would you love to see Deadpool team up with the X-Men, or should he stay in his own lane? Which mutants would you want in the film? Let us know in the comments!
And if this movie happens… well, "Maximum Effort" just took on a whole new meaning.