Deadpool & Wolverine Deadpool & Wolverine at the BoX office

[BlackFox]

Hail to the King

 

[Iceman]

Looking forward to seeing where it’s at by the end of this weekend. This thing has still got momentum and WOM trickling through.

 

[BlackFox]

Looking forward to seeing where it’s at by the end of this weekend. This thing has still got momentum and WOM trickling through.

Yean an interesting weekend ahead for it as it does have a bit of competition this weekend with another R rated film in Alien Romulus out, its been holding really strong though even on weekdays and even picking up internationally so should be past $1.1B over the weekend easily now! Insane.

 

[Iceman]

Yean an interesting weekend ahead for it as it does have a bit of competition this weekend with another R rated film in Alien Romulus out, its been holding really strong though even on weekdays and even picking up internationally so should be past $1.1B over the weekend easily now! Insane.

Romulus is so different from it still that the R rating isn’t enough to cut into it too much. Regardless of whatever else Deadpool has going on it’s overall a comedy with good action and a bit of heart while Romulus In assuming is typical Alien sci-fi horror. I’ll also be interested in the weekdays/weekend after this weekend as this could be the moment when the big numbers and key momentum finally start slowing unless WOM really is super-strong.

 

[Spider-Fan]

This result is why Hugh Jackman is 100% playing this role until he is 90. I think there is a good chance Wolverine becomes our new Tony Stark who is in at least 1 movie a year. These are numbers they haven't been scoring outside of Spider-Man recently, and Spider-Man is held back by the Sony arrangement.

 

[Iceman]

This result is why Hugh Jackman is 100% playing this role until he is 90. I think there is a good chance Wolverine becomes our new Tony Stark who is in at least 1 movie a year. These are numbers they haven't been scoring outside of Spider-Man recently, and Spider-Man is held back by the Sony arrangement.

Only thing I’d bear in mind is that Jackman himself didn’t take other films (especially his solos) to mega numbers for the most part. He’s a great catalyst though when put amongst the right characters. Deadpool and the MCU are both unique amplification vehicles for when something hits right.

 

[Mr. Peanut]

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Becomes Biggest R-Rated Movie Ever Worldwide As It Snatches Crown From ‘Joker’

At last, it is done.

Time to dethrone Joker, let's ****in' GOOOOOOOOOO

Now it needs to keep going, so it can hold on to the throne for years to come.

 

[Spider-Fan]

Only thing I’d bear in mind is that Jackman himself didn’t take other films (especially his solos) to mega numbers for the most part. He’s a great catalyst though when put amongst the right characters. Deadpool and the MCU are both unique amplification vehicles for when something hits right.

Yes, but clearly the popularity exploded here. I think they're going to want to build off that. It's the most momentum with a new possible MCU lead they've had really since T'Challa, and 100% would be the new anchor character if Boseman was still with us. But alas, that is what it is. There has been a void at the center of the MCU since that happened. With the next phase being mutant focused and Wolverine legendarily being on like....100 teams at once, I see that happening here.

 

[Mr. Peanut]

Only thing I’d bear in mind is that Jackman himself didn’t take other films (especially his solos) to mega numbers for the most part. He’s a great catalyst though when put amongst the right characters. Deadpool and the MCU are both unique amplification vehicles for when something hits right.

Even RDJ didn't get his first billion dollar film until after he'd been in a crossover. Crossovers are what really pumps the blood through the MCU circulatory system. This is the first time Hugh's gotten a hit of it.

 

[Iceman]

Yes, but clearly the popularity exploded here. I think they're going to want to build off that. It's the most momentum with a new possible MCU lead they've had really since T'Challa, and 100% would be the new anchor character if Boseman was still with us. But alas, that is what it is. There has been a void at the center of the MCU since that happened. With the next phase being mutant focused and Wolverine legendarily being on like....100 teams at once, I see that happening here.

I think they'll keep Jackman coming back at least in cameos as Old Man Logan, but I think they'll also have a new Wolverine for the next 20/30 years too. Jackman's commented before about how difficult it is with age getting into the same shape for the role, and unlike Evans who has a strong preference to not stay in Cap 1 shape any longer than needed, it feels like Jackman has too much pride to turn up as Logan without giving his all physically. I think they'll work out a deal to have him keep coming back but some of the roles will be much smaller, and there will be a young Wolverine to take up a big part of the workload.

 

[Iceman]

Even RDJ didn't get his first billion dollar film until after he'd been in a crossover. Crossovers are what really pumps the blood through the MCU circulatory system. This is the first time Hugh's gotten a hit of it.

Yeah. These are characters that can explode in the MCU backdrop, but they aren't going to do the same in Sony's universe, even if they were twice as popular as actors and characters. Actually unless they go the Venom trashy route.

 

[BlackFox]

Romulus is so different from it still that the R rating isn’t enough to cut into it too much. Regardless of whatever else Deadpool has going on it’s overall a comedy with good action and a bit of heart while Romulus In assuming is typical Alien sci-fi horror. I’ll also be interested in the weekdays/weekend after this weekend as this could be the moment when the big numbers and key momentum finally start slowing unless WOM really is super-strong.

Very true but I expect DP&W will lose a few screens because of it and just the natural time its been out now and will slow down no doubt naturally.

Seems like it will most likely end in the $1.3-$1.5 range but how high exactly is still hard to judge. Either way though its taking home all the prizes regardless and setting all the new records, thats for certain.

 

[Spider-Fan]

I think they'll keep Jackman coming back at least in cameos as Old Man Logan, but I think they'll also have a new Wolverine for the next 20/30 years too. Jackman's commented before about how difficult it is with age getting into the same shape for the role, and unlike Evans who has a strong preference to not stay in Cap 1 shape any longer than needed, it feels like Jackman has too much pride to turn up as Logan without giving his all physically. I think they'll work out a deal to have him keep coming back but some of the roles will be much smaller, and there will be a young Wolverine to take up a big part of the workload.

I dont think we are getting a new Wolverine. We just got RDJ as Doctor Doom and Jackman just helped make them the highest grossing R rated movie. They are going to double down on it. I think 3 years ago we would have gotten a new Wolverine. Now, I think that way of doing things is stone cold dead.

 

[BlackFox]

This result is why Hugh Jackman is 100% playing this role until he is 90. I think there is a good chance Wolverine becomes our new Tony Stark who is in at least 1 movie a year. These are numbers they haven't been scoring outside of Spider-Man recently, and Spider-Man is held back by the Sony arrangement.

Going to be interesting to see how things play out now, I dont think many were predicting this level of success but what Disney want and what Mr Jackman want might be two different things, does he want to be a smaller part in the bigger movies or not, does he only want to work with Ryan again. Only time will tell I guess.

 

[Iceman]

I dont think we are getting a new Wolverine. We just got RDJ as Doctor Doom and Jackman just helped make them the highest grossing R rated movie. They are going to double down on it. I think 3 years ago we would have gotten a new Wolverine. Now, I think that way of doing things is stone cold dead.

I just don't think a MCU Jackman X-Men film is going to differentiate sufficiently from what came before given he was the main appeal in the Fox era of the past couple of decades and it never hit big while he was at his peak. He also doesn't have anyone like Deadpool to play off to the same comedic level to achieve that magic in X-films. D&W are a perfect contrast buddy cop duo and they are both weaker without the other and especially outside the MCU. I can see D&W itself continuing for as long as it makes money though and being the piss-take vehicle for the MCU.

 

[Spider-Fan]

I just don't think a MCU Jackman X-Men film is going to differentiate sufficiently from what came before given he was the main appeal in the Fox era of the past couple of decades and it never hit big while he was at his peak. He also doesn't have anyone like Deadpool to play off to the same comedic level to achieve that magic in X-films. D&W are a perfect contrast buddy cop duo and they are both weaker without the other and especially outside the MCU. I can see D&W itself continuing for as long as it makes money though and being the piss-take vehicle for the MCU.

I would also argue Iron Man was a billion dollar character until Avengers and then that changed. So I don't think the Fox era not achieving that really matters cause that glass ceiling clearly broke

 

[Spider-Fan]

Going to be interesting to see how things play out now, I dont think many were predicting this level of success but what Disney want and what Mr Jackman want might be two different things, does he want to be a smaller part in the bigger movies or not, does he only want to work with Ryan again. Only time will tell I guess.

Obviously if Hugh doesn't want to he won't. But Feige and co are already sending a message that we are not getting a new Wolverine anytime soon. Intentional messaging IMO

 

[BlackFox]

Obviously if Hugh doesn't want to he won't. But Feige and co are already sending a message that we are not getting a new Wolverine anytime soon. Intentional messaging IMO

Yeah its very clear where Disney stand on this and there will be plenty of fans clambering for more from the pair of them after this. The question will get asked a lot until it happens anyway.

 

[Scarlet Spider]

They're not going to have competing Wolverine's. Feige has also gone on record that they're not going to recast the role. Jackman is it.

 

[Lip]

Tell Jackman you're killing the X-Men and he's onboard

In all seriousness, I think D&W really made a conscious effort set Jackman's Wolverine as an anchor. Him as the heart of the MCU's future is quite possible after all this success.

And there will be a popular demand to see him. Just like there is for RDJ.

 

[MessiahDecoy123]

Jackman knows MCU is a golden goose.

He'll be in Secret Wars and the X-men reboot. (Logan is supposed to be older than the other X-men anyway)

My guess is by the end he'll have RDJ level money.

 

[kguillou]

They're not going to have competing Wolverine's. Feige has also gone on record that they're not going to recast the role. Jackman is it.

Wait Feige said that?! As in for sure not going to cast a new Wolverine?!

 

[BMM]

Wait Feige said that?! As in for sure not going to cast a new Wolverine?!

I think this is the interview that articles are referencing.

 

[SomeOldGuy]

Looking forward to seeing where it’s at by the end of this weekend. This thing has still got momentum and WOM trickling through.

Deadline early dom estimate:

Next is Marvel Studios/Disney’s fourth weekend of Deadpool & Wolverine at 3,960 locations with $27M-$29M after a $8.5M Friday. At the high end, the Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman pic could clear $545.7M by Sunday.

 

[Iceman]

Deadline early dom estimate:

Sounds like a very good dom hold yet again if those estimates turn out to be accurate. IW & EG were around the $29m mark for 4th weekend.