As Ryan Reynolds is often known to do, he shared two uniqueDeadpool 2images on social media today. The first is a banner for the highly-anticipated sequel, and the second is his reaction to the Disney-Fox merger. The poster is done in the style of Michelangelo’s classic 16th Century painting “The Creation of Adam,” which depicts God reaching out to touch the first man, Adam. Thankfully, the Merc With the Mouth wasn’t entirely faithful to that painting, since he kept his maroon costume on instead of going nude, like Adam, and instead of reaching out to touch God, he’s literally sticking his finger in the barrel of a gun wielded byCable(Josh Brolin). Here’s what the actor had to say about this new artwork, in his traditionally punny way.
“Some might call this creation a masterpiece, but to me it’s just well hung art to be shared with the world.”
The second image also debuted this morning, featured theMerc With the Mouthin full costume, seen being lead off the Disneyland premises by a burly security guard, revealing, “Apparently you may’t actually blow the Matterhorn.” This was most certainly his own response to the news that 20th Century Fox, which distributesDeadpool 2, has been purchased in full by Disney. Last week, Ryan Reynolds addressed the merger by suggesting a possibleDeadpool and Mickey Mouse team-up movie, where the actor stated it’s, “time to uncork that explosive sexual tension betweenDeadpooland Mickey Mouse.”
The firstDeadpool 2 teaser trailerwas released last month, featuring the first footage from this explosive sequel, although it remains unclear when the first full trailer will arrive. It’s possible that the trailer, or another teaser, could be revealed during 20th Century Fox’s musicalThe Greatest Showman, since that movie stars Hugh Jackman, and there could be an opportunity for the Merc to make fun of the actor for putting his song and dance skills on display. There has been no confirmation that this is actually happening, since the studio hasn’t revealed when the first full trailer will actually be revealed. However, given how frequently Hugh Jackman and his Wolverine character were mentioned in the firstDeadpoolmovie, along with the Merc’s tendency to show up in unexpected places, likeGood Housekeeping, it wouldn’t be surprising if it happened.
Deadpool 2wrapped filming in Ryan Reynolds' hometown of Vancouver back in mid-October, with the actor teasing Easter Eggs in practically every scene of the movie in a heartfelt message to the cast, crew and fans. There is still very little we know about the story so far, but the teaser trailer released last month has seemingly confirmed rumors that the main villain is none other than Mister Sinister. While there is no definitive proof, portions of the teaser, where the Merc was imitating painter Bob Ross, seemingly showed Deadpool painting images of Mister Sinister. It’s possible we could get our first glimpse at Mister Sinister when the full trailer drops, whenever that may be.
20th Century Fox has set a August 26, 2025 release date forDeadpool 2, directed by David Leitch from a screenplay by originalDeadpoolwriters Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick. As of now,Deadpool 2has no direct competition on that date, although it does fall between Memorial Day weekend, June 24, 2025, where Disney is (supposedly) still planning to releaseSolo: A Star Wars Story, and June 8, where Warner Bros. will roll out itsOcean’s Elevenspin-off,Ocean’s Eight. Take a look at the artwork, courtesy ofRyan Reynolds Twitter, as we get closer to the release ofDeadpool 2.
