As is tradition with Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) films, fans are advised to remain in their seats for extra content following Deadpool & Wolverine’s conclusion. Deadpool & Wolverine, the latest entry in the MCU, marks the first R-rated film in the massive Disney franchise, and the one post-credits scene leans in hard on the foul-mouthed humour, though it does deviate from the usual teaser format of hinting at future MCU instalments.
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During the credits, audiences are treated to a montage set to Green Day’s Good Riddance (Time of Your Life). This montage includes behind-the-scenes clips from various X-Men movies, showcasing moments from The Last Stand to Dark Phoenix, and highlights from Ryan Reynolds’ journey to becoming Deadpool, to Hugh Jackman goofing around as Wolverine. The selection echoes a similar use of the song in the Seinfeld series finale, serving as a pop culture homage and a sentimental nod to fans of the superhero genre.
However, the real surprise comes with the post-credits scene, which revisits an earlier moment in the film involving Johnny Storm, portrayed by Captain America-star Chris Evans. Deadpool, played by Reynolds, had previously revealed to villain Cassandra Nova (Emma Corrin) of insulting remarks supposedly made by Storm, including how Nova can “lick my god damn cinnamon ring clean”, and “I won’t be happy until I’ve urinated on her freshly-barbecued corpse”.
During that time, the film leads audiences to believe Storm’s comments were fabricated by Deadpool, since the actor is known for playing the straight-laced, language watching Steve Rogers and Deadpool’s disclosure contributes to a tragic and humorous misunderstanding that results in Storm’s death. Wolverine naturally blames Deadpool’s potty mouth for causing Storm’s death.
In a twist typical of Deadpool’s irreverent style, the post-credits scene reveals footage of Storm actually making those outrageous remarks, proving Deadpool was telling the truth all along. This revelation not only provides a comedic relief but also plays with the audience’s expectations by confirming that even in the MCU, Deadpool’s chaotic influence can alter perceptions of reality.
Deadpool & Wolverine refrains from setting up future Marvel films in its post-credits scenes, focusing instead on delivering laughs and celebrating the franchise’s history. This approach underscores the film’s unique position within the MCU, honouring its pre-MCU past while charting a new, unorthodox path forward. Fans leaving the theater will find themselves reminiscing about the legacy of the X-Men and the unpredictable fun of the MCU, all while looking forward to what Deadpool and Wolverine might get up to next.
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