Hugh Jackman returns to play Wolverine!

Ryan Reynolds has been attempting to get Hugh Jackman to return as Wolverine in a Deadpool film for fairly a while, however as Jackman retired from the position following Logan, it appeared the chance has handed. Nicely, get away your white pants as a result of Ryan Reynolds announced at present that Hugh Jackman will likely be returning as Wolverine for Deadpool 3!

Ryan Reynolds begins the video by saying they had been unhappy to have missed the current D23 Expo, however they’ve been engaged on Deadpool 3 for a superb lengthy whereas now. “I’ve needed to actually search my soul on this one,” Reynolds stated. “His first look within the MCU clearly must really feel particular. We have to keep true to the character. Discover new depth and motivation, new that means. Each Deadpool wants to face out and stand aside. It’s been an unbelievable problem that has compelled me to achieve down deep inside… and I… don’t have anything.” The actor talked about that they did have one thought, and on cue, Hugh Jackman walks by way of the background of the shot as Reynolds asks, “Hey Hugh, you wish to play Wolverine yet one more time?” The actor’s response: “Yeah, certain, Ryan.“

Deadpool 3 will likely be directed by Shawn Levy from a script by Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick. Whereas talking with our personal Alex Maidy earlier this yr, Rhett Reese teased that “The MCU is an incredible sandbox to play in. We’ll throw numerous cliches as nicely as a result of we’re giving it 110% man or taking it in the future at a time. It’s the Bull Durham factor. Like we’re taking it in the future at a time. We are able to’t reveal particulars however suffice it to say that when Ryan and Paul and I are on Zoom collectively, we’re cackling. So, it’s fairly enjoyable.” Though it as soon as appeared unlikely that Hugh Jackman would ever reprise the position of Wolverine, Ryan Reynolds has clearly saved pestering his previous pal till he agreed to return for Deadpool 3.

The announcement video additionally revealed that Deadpool 3 will hit theaters on September 6, 2024, rather less than two years from now. I can’t wait. Are you excited to see Hugh Jackman return as Wolverine for Deadpool 3?