As a die-hard fan of the X-Men franchise and someone who has spent countless hours immersed in the intricate world of Marvel comics, I can confidently say that the exchange between Wolverine and Deadpool was nothing short of brilliant. The witty banter between these two iconic characters not only showcases their unique personalities but also adds a touch of humor to the film, making it more enjoyable for fans like myself.
In a spectacular display, “Deadpool & Wolverine” left moviegoers speechless, resonating with audiences worldwide through its mix of crowd-pleasing appearances, intense action scenes drenched in blood, and an R-rated humor that was downright wicked. The film, running for 128 minutes, seemed to make the most of every second, yet it could have been even more unforgettable if certain scenes and ideas hadn’t been discarded. So, what exactly didn’t make it past the editing process? A fair amount, as a matter of fact.
In the movie “Deadpool,” there were several scenes featuring Wade Wilson encountering a well-known superhero and battling a genuine creature, which could have left audiences amazed. As spectators, it’s intriguing to speculate about what might have been, and if these elements would have helped clarify some lingering questions in “Deadpool & Wolverine.” Regardless of whether they contributed anything to the storyline, they would undoubtedly have been entertaining to watch. Let’s explore some of the scenes that didn’t make it into the final edit.
Wade Wilson meets Iron Man
In the initial episodes of “Deadpool & Wolverine,” character Wade Wilson encounters Happy Hogan, portrayed by Jon Favreau, in the year 2018. His goal is to join the Avengers and add purpose to his existence. Despite discussions about Tony Stark, aka Iron Man, he doesn’t make an appearance in the movie – except through old footage played on screens at the Time Variance Authority. Many viewers pondered if there was ever a moment when Robert Downey Jr., the actor behind Iron Man, was intended to be part of this scene. They got their response when the co-writers of “Deadpool & Wolverine,” Paul Wernick and Rhett Reese, revealed to The Hollywood Reporter that they had written a “Downey draft.”
Reese shared that Ryan Reynolds wrote a scene involving Downey, and it was intended for both of them. However, if Downey or Marvel decided against it, or if the situation didn’t work out, they planned to adjust it for Happy Hogan instead. Jon Favreau was understanding about the uncertainty and later agreed to expand the scene slightly. The reason behind the change might be that Robert Downey Jr. is expected to reappear as Doctor Doom in “Avengers: Doomsday.”
Vinnie Jones suits up as Juggernaut again
As a die-hard fan, I must say that the appearances of iconic characters in “Deadpool & Wolverine” really hit the spot, bringing back heroes and villains from days gone by for one final, thrilling encounter. However, it seems that not all the original actors reprised their roles for this movie, which slightly dampens the nostalgia factor. One conspicuous absence is Vinnie Jones, who played the Juggernaut in “X-Men: The Last Stand” back in 2006. Instead, we have Aaron W. Reed stepping into those formidable boots for “Deadpool & Wolverine.” It’s been speculated that there were discussions about Jones returning to put on the iconic dome-shaped helmet once more, but according to director Shawn Levy, these talks didn’t last too long.
Jones verified this during an interview with Yahoo! UK in March 2024. Contrary to what some fans might have assumed, as if he were pulling a fast one like Andrew Garfield did regarding his involvement in “Spider-Man: No Way Home”, Jones demonstrated that he could be trusted for accurate information. At the time, he explained: “Speaking with the director, I simply expressed how challenging it is to wear that suit, not just physically but mentally too. It takes a toll on you, as you’re in it all day and can only drink through a straw. As a result, we couldn’t agree on terms for [‘Deadpool & Wolverine’].”
Deadpool and Wolverine perform a Fastball Special
Fans of Marvel Comics are fond of the Fastball Special, a technique created by Wolverine and Colossus that has been imitated frequently throughout the comics – it involves a powerful character tossing a teammate at high velocity. The cherished tag-team move of Colossus and Wolverine made its transition to live action in “X-Men: The Last Stand,” with the muscular X-Man hurling Logan toward a Sentinel during a Danger Room training session. The maneuver nearly reappeared in “Deadpool & Wolverine,” as suggested by a behind-the-scenes video of the fight scene where Deadpool and Wolverine battle against Cassandra Nova’s minions.
On platform X (previously referred to as Twitter), Ryan Reynolds shared: “Some folks wondered if we considered executing the ‘Fastball Special.’ We did, indeed. However, instead of tossing Deadpool or Wolverine, we hurled this individual… unfortunately, it didn’t make it into the final cut.” In a slow-motion sequence, you see Wade Wilson and Logan catch one of the nameless foes before flinging him skyward—all accompanied by Celine Dion’s powerful ballad “It’s All Coming Back to Me Now.” This touching scene would have harmoniously connected with Dion’s previous involvement in the “Deadpool 2” soundtrack.
Danny DeVito cameos as Little Wolvie
As a fan, I can’t help but marvel at the creative and amusing ideas that internet commentators come up with! Take for instance the 2019 Change.org petition advocating for Danny DeVito to become the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Wolverine. Remarkably, it garnered over 63,000 signatures from fellow fans. Naturally, when whispers arose about variants appearing in “Deadpool & Wolverine,” the web buzzed with all sorts of speculation, even suggesting the introduction of the legendary and formidable DeVitorine.
In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, Paul Wernick and Rhett Reese clarified some speculations about potential scenes for fans. Wernick hinted that DeVito was considered for a role in the sequence where Deadpool journeys through the multiverse and encounters different Logan counterparts. If it had happened, DeVito would have portrayed a smaller, more comic book-true version of the character. Reese further explained: “Yes, we pitched that idea. In the end, it was decided to be funnier to see Hugh [Jackman] instead. A shorter version of Hugh was deemed funnier, and this idea was partly influenced by Tim Conway’s ‘Dorf on Golf.'”
In the event of the DeVitorine being considered, it was clarified that Daniel Radcliffe, who had been suggested as a potential candidate for the role of Wolverine in the MCU, was not ever up for a guest appearance.
Rob McElhenney’s cameo appearance as a TVA agent
Since 2020, when Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney became co-owners of the Welsh soccer club Wrexham AFC, they’ve been practically inseparable. Their bond extends beyond their roles in the “Welcome to Wrexham” series, as they spend a considerable amount of time together off-camera as well. This has led many to believe that they are more than just professional acquaintances. There have even been rumors about McElhenney possibly appearing in some capacity in the “Deadpool & Wolverine” project, maybe even as a unique Deadpool character.
Although speculations about McElhenney playing a role in the film were accurate, it was revealed that he was cast as a TVA agent. Regrettably, due to the scene being deleted, audiences didn’t get to watch McElhenney on screen. McElhenney humorously acknowledged this by sharing a picture of himself dressed as a TVA agent, posing with Wolverine’s claws and Hugh Jackman grinning at him, implying his long journey for a cameo that ultimately didn’t make it into the film.
As I chat with Variety, McElhenney shared that he’s unsure why my scene was edited out of the movie, but I’m keeping my fingers crossed that Marvel Studios will let us incorporate it in “Welcome to Wrexham”. You see, there were a bunch of visual effects planned for the sequence, and we thought it would be a hoot because, well, perhaps that’s why it got axed – it might have been too costly.
Walker Scobell teams up with Ryan Reynolds again as Kidpool
In the movie “The Adam Project,” where Walker Scobell, known for his role in “Percy Jackson and the Olympians,” teamed up with Ryan Reynolds and Shawn Levy, it became clear that Scobell is a big fan of Deadpool. He seamlessly quoted lines from the character during filming. When asked about future projects by Levy in September 2022, Scobell expressed his desire to be part of “Deadpool & Wolverine.” Given that he played a younger version of Reynolds’ character in “The Adam Project,” it’s easy to imagine Scobell as a youthful version of Deadpool, like Kidpool. However, in the end, the role of Kidpool was given to Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively’s daughter Inez instead.
By August 2024, Levy revealed to Entertainment Weekly that Scobell had been a strong contender for the role of Kidpool. However, he grew out of it – physically. “It was his aspiration,” Levy said. “Once we recognized he would now be too old, both too tall and with his voice deepening, puberty happened as it does. Even the dreams of Hollywood couldn’t halt its progression. So, we contacted Walker to explain why he couldn’t play Kidpool, and he was incredibly understanding.”
Deadpool does the splits in his new suit
In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Deadpool dons a fresh, vibrant outfit compared to his previous movie appearances. In “Deadpool & Wolverine,” Wade Wilson obtains his snazzy new attire from a dubious tailor and exhibits its elegance by striking a flirtatiously pose as the elevator door unveils. Yet, an alternate rendition of this scene is showcased in the film’s official promotional trailer.
In an unused sequence, Wade demonstrates the flexibility of his costume by performing a split, followed by visible excitement over the suit. It’s possible that this joy has no connection to the suit’s elasticity and instead could be a hidden tribute to Jean-Claude Van Damme – one that viewers may not have picked up on yet. Given Wade’s character, it wouldn’t be surprising if he admired a muscled Van Damme defeating a playful cobra in “Hard Target.”
Logan’s song and dance number
Ranking the opening scenes of all MCU films, it’s becoming increasingly challenging not to place “Deadpool & Wolverine” at number one, largely due to Wade Wilson’s entertaining dance routine synchronized with NSYNC’s “Bye Bye Bye.” Sadly, Logan (Wolverine) doesn’t get a chance to display his dancing skills in the film, which is disappointing given Hugh Jackman’s theater experience and musical background. Interestingly, Ryan Reynolds has mentioned that there was initially a plan to let Jackman cut loose in a “Deadpool & Wolverine” scene, but it didn’t end up being included in the final production.
During a press conference for the movie (through GamesRadar+), Jackman playfully addressed some outlandish rumors about the third “Deadpool” film, suggesting that his character was intended to perform a dance number in a nude scene. Reynolds interjected to clarify that while there was some truth to this, it wouldn’t involve any nudity. As Reynolds explained, an early concept for the movie included a dance routine featuring Jackman set to Elton John’s “I Guess That’s Why They Call It the Blues.”
Deadpool battles zombies to a Madonna classic
Given Deadpool’s quirky and unconventional personality, is it really a shock that he encountered brain-eating zombies within the Marvel Comics universe? In the storyline “Night of the Living Deadpool,” our wise-cracking antihero finds himself smack dab in the middle of a zombie outbreak. This narrative falls under the Marvel Zombies subsection, where it seems almost everyone transforms into a gruesome member of the undead. Interestingly, before Hugh Jackman reprised his role as Wolverine, Ryan Reynolds had ideas for a third-act battle against zombies in the film “Deadpool & Wolverine.”
In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, Paul Wernick shared that Ryan Reynolds proposed an idea for a movie featuring Deadpool fighting against zombies. He also suggested the climax of the film would show Deadpool slaughtering zombies to the tune of Madonna’s “Like a Prayer.” As the script evolved, the zombie battle transformed into a massive fight against the Deadpool Corps, as seen in the final cut of the movie. However, it seems Reynolds’ initial vision hasn’t completely changed: The film includes a headless zombie character called Headpool, voiced by Nathan Fillion.
Wolverine tells Deadpool to put his mask back on
After escaping Alioth’s fury and navigating the Void to find resistance members, Wolverine senses an abandoned diner where they rest for some sustenance. Here, Wolverine and Deadpool engage — it might be more accurate to say that Deadpool dominates the conversation, as he chats incessantly. Sadly, the finished version of “Deadpool & Wolverine” omits a humorous segment from this scene, which was initially shown in a trailer released on Best Friends Day.
In a playful conversation, Wolverine asks Deadpool, who is maskless, “Could you please put your mask back on?” To which Deadpool responds, “I find it difficult to eat when I have it on.” Without pausing, Wolverine retorts, “It’s tough to eat when you’re not wearing one either.” For what seems like the first time ever, Deadpool is left speechless. The exchange provides Wolverine with an opportunity to land a clever comeback, but its absence doesn’t detract from the film’s overall flow, as Wolverine has ample opportunities throughout to deliver witty remarks.
Nicolas Cage’s Johnny Blaze rides again
In the film “Deadpool & Wolverine”, they really go all out with their cameos. There’s a lot of familiar faces like Wesley Snipes as Blade, Chris Evans as Johnny Storm, Jennifer Garner as Elektra, Dafne Keen as X-23, and Channing Tatum making his first appearance as Gambit. The film is packed with moments that make you say “wow”! However, some comic book movie fans were left wondering if they missed Nicolas Cage’s Ghost Rider in all the action. Ryan Reynolds, speaking to Collider, confirmed that the creators had planned to free Johnny Blaze from cinematic limbo and let the Spirit of Vengeance return once again.
While Reynolds remained coy about the finer details and why it didn’t happen, he said it “came to a conversation for sure,” adding: “Yeah, but no.” The idea of Cage’s return as Ghost Rider might have been more far along than most people imagine, though, since artist Rodney Fuentebella posted concept art he made for “Deadpool & Wolverine” on his Instagram account. The illustration shows Deadpool, Wolverine, Blade, Elektra, the Human Torch, and Ghost Rider battling against a horde of Deadpool variants — including the beloved Dinopool. Among the plethora of red costumes, eagle-eyed fans might also spot another familiar face: Ben Affleck’s Daredevil!
An actual wolverine fights Deadpool
In Deadpool’s quest to find a suitable Wolverine counterpart to assist in saving his universe, he encounters multiple versions of Logan, each delivering brutal beatdowns to him. From Weapon X dishing out a merciless pounding to Old Man Logan peppering him with bullets, Wade Wilson experiences quite a bit during his search for the one Wolverine willing to help him. If more time had been available for the filmmakers, Deadpool’s multiverse fights against various Wolverines could have taken an even more dramatic twist.
During the “Happy Sad Confused” podcast, Shawn Levy, director of “Deadpool & Wolverine,” shared how they struggled to pick the right variations for a particular scene. One idea they were fond of involved a real wolverine attacking Deadpool, but unfortunately, they developed this concept too late to create a convincing digital wolverine. However, he mentioned that if needed for sequels, this idea could still be implemented.
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2024-08-20 14:31