Ryan Reynolds Says 'There's No Rule' Against Playing Deadpool And Green Lantern

[Juggernaut33]

"Warner Bros. just trying to protect their investment. They don't want Ryan Reynolds playing Deadpool AND Green Lantern. Interesting 2 watch"

Again with the Ryan Reynolds can't be a Marvel and a DC b*tching. This is getting ridiculous. This is business. People need to realize that Hollywood studios don't give a flying you-know-what about the whole Marvel/DC rivalry.

 

[solidsnake86]

I don't know much about deadpool but isn't the character horribly scarred. On top o that he wears a mask, why they would even want to pay Reynolds his salary to basically stay in a costume the whole time and be a glorified stunt double is beyond me. I doubt even Reynolds will do it if lantern becomes a hit. The most they would even need him for is for voice overs, but I doubt deadpool will even be made. How do u even market something like that with the star character being hidden. Just look at those green lantern posters; he doesn't have the mask on because this movie is probably going to be marketed around Reynolds.

 

[Octoberist]

Career-wise, he made the right move with Green Lantern because it's a bigger character than Deadpool and it's the main reason why he's getting the projects that he's getting now. Because of Green Lantern.

If he turned it down and just went with Deadpool (which would be in Development Hell no matter what), his career would remain a B-Lister.

 

[Doctor Jones]

Yeah, as much as I would love to see a DP film, this was a smarter movie. If this is a success he can do DP and he will become an even bigger name. Although these days name doesn't quite sell like it used to.

 

[Jow Strummer]

Hmmm i think what DC/WB is pretty *****ey. They have seen the movement on the Deadpool movie and are trying to sway Reynolds.

I don't see the fuss though. DC doesn't control Reynolds. They don't have one of those "golden handcuff" contracts. Plus Reynolds already has a contract with Fox.

The decision is all down to Reynolds himself. Reynolds knows that Deadpool hasn't got franchise potential like GL... but that isn't why he wanted to do a Deadpool movie in the first place. He wants to do Deadpool because... well, he just wants to do it. It's his passion project which he has been pushing for the best part of a decade. He's been involved with the script etc.

I just don't see him dropping out. It'd be like running a marathon, getting to the 25th mile, then quitting.

And how would Deadpool be in development hell no matter what? It is pushing foward as we speak. The script is done, looks like Rodriguez will direct. The whole reason DC is doing this is because Deadpool is moving forward. They see the Deadpool movie getting closer to fruition so they are trying to sway Reynolds and get him to quit Deadpool.

Which is pointless and *****ey. What difference does it make to them if he does another comic book movie? As long as it isn't a rival ie being released at exactly the same time, why do WB even think they have a say in the matter.

 

[JokerLedger]

Well it makes sense for WB to try to get Reynolds off the project not because it's a Marvel character but because they want a GL sequel by 2013.

Honestly, Ryan Reynolds was born to play Deadpool... but he was destined to be Hal Jordan. If anything Ryan should just provide his voice to the character and not be in costume.

 

[Doctor Jones]

That's just wrong. You need the actor too. We may not see his face but the fact we know it's not him in the costume, takes away ALOT from the character.

I have a feeling if GL is a success, WB will swoop in soon after and try to get Reynolds to do it instead of DP. I just hope he makes Deadpool. I can wait for a GL2 (although depending on how awesome this film will be that may change) but I want to see a DP film more.

 

[Jow Strummer]

I just think WB/DC are doing this for a petty reason.

Reynolds making Deadpool doesn't effect the Green Lantern franchise... at all. They will not have GL2 for 2012, so why won't they just let Reynolds do what he wants to do? Lauren Shuler Donner said they want to shoot Deadpool in 2011, presumably for a late 2011 or 2012 release.

Basically, WB/DC are trying to stop the guy from doing his dream project simply for DC vs Marvel bragging rights IMO. And that is a truly pathetic and petty reason.

If Deadpool was planned to come out in summer 2011 or 2013, rivalling Green Lantern 1 or 2 I could totally understand their position. But that is not the case. Reynolds making Deadpool wouldn't effect the GL franchise in a business/financial stand point at all. So money is not their motivation. Like i said, it's DC vs Marvel bragging rights. Nothing more.

Reynolds destiny is in his own hands. And considering Reynolds has used the words "destiny" and "Deadpool" in the same sentence before... i doubt he'll drop out of Deadpool by his own accord. And if the studio forces him to drop out of his dream project, then that is just utterly *****ey.

 

[dnno1]

Protecting your franchise is not a petty reason.

 

[LadyVader]

Ryan Reynolds knew there was a possibility of this happening when he signed on for the part of Green Lantern. Come on. You telling me he never saw Entourage and what happened to Vinny Chase after Aquaman? It's a case of art imitating life imitating art.

 

[DarkKnight FTW]

I just think WB/DC are doing this for a petty reason.

Reynolds making Deadpool doesn't effect the Green Lantern franchise... at all. They will not have GL2 for 2012, so why won't they just let Reynolds do what he wants to do? Lauren Shuler Donner said they want to shoot Deadpool in 2011, presumably for a late 2011 or 2012 release.

Basically, WB/DC are trying to stop the guy from doing his dream project simply for DC vs Marvel bragging rights IMO. And that is a truly pathetic and petty reason.

If Deadpool was planned to come out in summer 2011 or 2013, rivalling Green Lantern 1 or 2 I could totally understand their position. But that is not the case. Reynolds making Deadpool wouldn't effect the GL franchise in a business/financial stand point at all. So money is not their motivation. Like i said, it's DC vs Marvel bragging rights. Nothing more.

Reynolds destiny is in his own hands. And considering Reynolds has used the words "destiny" and "Deadpool" in the same sentence before... i doubt he'll drop out of Deadpool by his own accord. And if the studio forces him to drop out of his dream project, then that is just utterly *****ey.

First thing, it's business. Ryan knew there was a chance of this when he signed on to play both characters. WB has to protect their investment cuz if Deadpool bombs (and considering its pretty niche and likely to get an 'R' and coming from FOX, it will) it could negatively affect GL. I personally don't care Deadpool but some do. It should be a direct to DVD movie anyway, just like Punisher. For the studio, its all about money, What have you seen to suggest otherwise. That's business 101, the bottom line. WB wants its next cashcow to replace Harry Potter. They've made that clear. its WB vs. FOX, not Marvel vs. DC. Hell, Fox controls the property not Marvel. Marvel only controls Avengers and now Punisher.

 

[Jow Strummer]

Protecting the franchise from what though? How is Reynolds playing Deadpool going to effect Green Lantern in any way? Positive or negative? Two completely different characters, two different universes. In Deadpool you wouldn't even see the guys face for 99% of it. Both movies would be coming out in different years. There is absolutely no rivalry there.

At the end of the day they are jobs. He has a contract with Fox and WB. WB doesn't control the guy. Like i said earlier, it isn't one of those "golden handcuff" type deals. Reynolds signed a contract with Fox when he did the Wolverine movie. And you can bet your life savings that there was a sequel/spin off clause in the contract. Fox maybe *******s, but they ain't stupid. And if Reynolds didn't have a contract with Fox, why would they allow him to work on the script and mention the film in pretty much every interview he has done in the last year?

Why should Deadpool be a direct to DVD movie? He's a far more pyschologically complex and compelling character than Hal Jordan. Hal Jordan just has the benefit of being in a sci fi/adventure mythos and a film that is an effects driven event movie. But when it comes to the actual personalities of each character, for me, Deadpool is far more interesting and unique.

And I ain't being funny, but I and pretty much everyone i know finds the idea of a psychologically messed up mercenary who breaks the fourth wall and satirizes Hollywood and comic books far more interesting than some guy who has a "magic ring" that shoots green things whilst reciting some cheesy as hell "oath". I mean come on, anyone who doesn't know the character and is older than 10 is gonna cringe or roll their eyes at the oath. Green Lantern isn't a guaranteed success, and you would be deluded to think it is. You say if Deadpool bombs it'll negatively effect GL, which i don't think would happen if Deadpool bombs anyway. Well what if GL bombs? It is in no way a guaranteed success. That's why i believe this sequels filmed back to back talk is BS and is just trying to force Reynolds into a awkward position.(BTW i like the GL mythos, i'm just speaking from a general audience members POV)

This whole thing with WB planning to make Green Lantern a trilogy... without the first film even having a trailer... is just ridiculous. WB have been wary about big budget super hero movies that ain't Batman for years. Then they got burned with Superman Returns. Now they are planning a whole trilogy in quick succession about a character who has never been tested on the mass market? Green Lantern isn't Batman, or even Superman. I think the whole thing is a ploy to put unnecessary pressure on Reynolds. They are basically trying to force the guy to give up his dream role.

 

[DarkKnight FTW]

Protecting the franchise from what though? How is Reynolds playing Deadpool going to effect Green Lantern in any way? Positive or negative? Two completely different characters, two different universes. In Deadpool you wouldn't even see the guys face for 99% of it. Both movies would be coming out in different years. There is absolutely no rivalry there.

At the end of the day they are jobs. He has a contract with Fox and WB. WB doesn't control the guy. Like i said earlier, it isn't one of those "golden handcuff" type deals. Reynolds signed a contract with Fox when he did the Wolverine movie. And you can bet your life savings that there was a sequel/spin off clause in the contract. Fox maybe *******s, but they ain't stupid. And if Reynolds didn't have a contract with Fox, why would they allow him to work on the script and mention the film in pretty much every interview he has done in the last year?

Why should Deadpool be a direct to DVD movie? He's a far more pyschologically complex and compelling character than Hal Jordan. Hal Jordan just has the benefit of being in a sci fi/adventure mythos and a film that is an effects driven event movie. But when it comes to the actual personalities of each character, for me, Deadpool is far more interesting and unique.

And I ain't being funny, but I and pretty much everyone i know finds the idea of a psychologically messed up mercenary who breaks the fourth wall and satirizes Hollywood and comic books far more interesting than some guy who has a "magic ring" that shoots green things whilst reciting some cheesy as hell "oath". I mean come on, anyone who doesn't know the character and is older than 10 is gonna cringe or roll their eyes at the oath. Green Lantern isn't a guaranteed success, and you would be deluded to think it is. You say if Deadpool bombs it'll negatively effect GL, which i don't think would happen if Deadpool bombs anyway. Well what if GL bombs? It is in no way a guaranteed success. That's why i believe this sequels filmed back to back talk is BS and is just trying to force Reynolds into a awkward position.(BTW i like the GL mythos, i'm just speaking from a general audience members POV)

When actors have bombs, especially up and comers like Ryan, it hurts the next movie they do. Its as simple as that. So WB don't want Ryan to do the "Risky" Deadpool movie because it may negatively affect GL's box office. And Green Lantern is more of a sure thing in the eyes of Hollywood than Deadpool. Coming off of "Origins" and having a main character who's masked the whole time is Risky. R rated superheroes are risky because you can't get kids into the theater at all. I do think the sequel talk is BS but I'm pretty confident that it wasn't started by WB. Ryan's schedule is loaded as of right now and that doesn't include Deadpool. So I bet some exec. said that they'd like to start immediately on the sequel and that got misconstrued.

 

[Octoberist]

I'm telling you all that Rob Liefeld is just instigating.

 

[Karelia]

Most likely he is, he probably just wants some attention.

If it is true though, then, bummer. I was looking forward to seeing what he would've done with a Deadpool film.

 

[LadyVader]

I'm telling you all that Rob Liefeld is just instigating.

Exactly! Thank you! I mean, this is all coming from Liefeld alone. We haven't heard a word from the people actually working on the projects themselves. I don't even know, how involved IS Rob Liefeld in pre-production for Deadpool?

I think that WB's intentions are obvious and yes they're jumping the gun a bit already greenlighting sequels but I don't think it has anything to do with the Deadpool movie. They wanna repeat the succes of Harry Potter, launching an uber succesful movie in consecutive years.

 

[SuperDaniel]

**** Deadpool! He`s always been a ****** character, IMO. Just more of the same anti-hero/villain Marvel BS. Once Green Lantern premieres, RR will understand that he made the better move.

WB is doing the right thing, IMO. Finally.

 

[cryptic name]

**** Deadpool! He`s always been a ****** character, IMO. Just more of the same anti-hero/villain Marvel BS. Once Green Lantern premieres, RR will understand that he made the better move.

WB is doing the right thing, IMO. Finally.

as a disclaimer, I really like Green Lantern and I think this movie is going to be really good. that being said: Deadpool is an infinitely more interesting and entertaining character than Hal Jordan and if done right, that movie could be one of the funniest, most badass things to ever hit the screen. he should do both

 

[MadVillainy]

Well IF Reynolds cant fit DP into Fox's timetable than I hope James Roday is available

 

[Octoberist]

The thing is, as stated before, Ryan made the best decision by doing Green Lantern. It's best for his career. I hope that Deadpool gets made too, but GL is the bigger tentpool.

 

[LadyVader]

Ryan is also going to narrate a DC documentary, so it's obvious WB is in love with the guy. Not only is it good for his future career, but WB are treating Ryan infinitely better than Fox ever did. What did Fox do anyway? Gave him a cameo and pissed all over the character he loves.

 

[Octoberist]

And for some odd reason, some Deadpool fans don't see it , while others do. It's blind devotion without thinking "Crap, it's Fox."

 

[LadyVader]

It's the only way to deal with the disappointement really. Forget that Baraka Pool every existed and just consider this Deadpool movie the REAL beginning of the collaboration between Fox and Ryan Reynolds. For the past year I think that's the general consensus. Yeah, Origins sucked, but we're getting our Deadpool movie!

Denial. Thy name is Wade Wilson.

 

[Octoberist]

'Geek Denial' is something that is so strong among a collective group of geeks.

 

[Karelia]

Well RR was basically saying the movie was a fresh start, so it was kinda hard not to geek out about Deadpool, especially how everything was falling perfectly into place. [/Geek Denial] I love both characters. I've been excited about the possibility of a Deadpool film since it was greenlit. So if it doesn't happen I'll probably be pretty bummed.

Maybe RR will say what's going on with it sooner or later. Hasn't he said he lurks SHH?