Ryan Reynolds has hinted at Deadpool’s highly anticipated return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe in a recent social media post as fans eagerly await Avengers: Doomsday. Reynolds originally brought the Merc with a Mouth to the big screen in 2016 with Deadpool, which, along with its 2018 sequel, became standout hits within 20th Century Fox’s X-Men franchise. Following the success of the 2024 Deadpool & Wolverine film, which officially integrated Deadpool into the MCU, speculation about his future appearances has intensified, with Reynolds’ latest post possibly confirming his involvement in the upcoming Avengers crossover.
New MCU Logo Sparks Theories About Deadpool’s Role in Avengers: Doomsday
On August 12, 2025, Reynolds shared an image on Instagram featuring a red-tinted Avengers logo that had been prominently displayed in Deadpool & Wolverine. Unlike the original blue-toned symbol seen in that film, the red version may indicate a fresh purpose, potentially linked to the currently filming Avengers: Doomsday. Although Reynolds offered no caption or explanation, the timing aligns with the Russo brothers directing this highly anticipated crossover event, which suggests the symbol may be connected to Deadpool’s role in the story.
Previously, Reynolds posted this logo a month before Deadpool & Wolverine’s 2024 premiere. At that time, the symbol represented Cassandra Nova’s army of variants trapped in the Void at the End of Time, as revealed in the movie. Early speculation had suggested it might denote a rebel group called the Anarchist Avengers, but the film confirmed otherwise. Still, Deadpool and a makeshift superhero team featuring Wolverine, Gambit, Elektra, Blade, X-23, and briefly the Human Torch had formed in the movie, leading to the possibility that Deadpool adopted this logo to represent his own team ahead of the Avengers: Doomsday events.
Deadpool’s Growing Importance Within the MCU’s Multiverse Crossovers
Since Deadpool & Wolverine became the highest-grossing R-rated superhero movie, and the most successful Deadpool outing to date, fans and industry insiders have expected Ryan Reynolds to continue his role in the MCU. Despite this, Reynolds has kept details about Deadpool’s next appearances under wraps, except for divulging that he is actively writing a Deadpool and X-Men team-up movie, which Marvel Studios has yet to officially announce. With upcoming crossover films like Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars set to explore various realities including Earth 616, Earth 828, and the X-Men’s Earth 10005, these large-scale events present the perfect opportunity for Deadpool’s return and further integration.
Deadpool is assured to become an important and recurring character in the MCU, even as Avengers: Secret Wars promises to reset much of the franchise’s timeline. As a fan-favorite antihero, Deadpool’s official MCU status opens doors for him to interact with numerous characters and teams unavailable to him before, potentially making him a key player in the Avengers’ battle against formidable foes like Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom.
What Deadpool’s Return Means for Marvel Fans and the MCU’s Future
Deadpool’s return, especially in a major event like Avengers: Doomsday, signals Marvel’s commitment to blending its popular characters into ever-expanding storylines. This move promises exciting team-ups and battles involving heroes from across multiple dimensions and timelines. Ryan Reynolds’ involvement as both lead actor and writer gives fans confidence that Deadpool will continue to receive the distinctive mix of humor and action that defines the character.
Avengers: Doomsday is shaping up to be a pivotal chapter in the MCU, with Deadpool’s potential involvement adding layers of anticipation and intrigue. As Marvel Studios builds toward the multiverse-shifting consequences in Avengers: Secret Wars, characters like Deadpool will likely hold significant roles in shaping the franchise’s narrative going forward. This inclusion reflects Marvel’s desire to maintain fresh, unpredictable storytelling while honoring the unique appeal of fan-favorite characters.
“New Deadpool 4 Update Is Not What Marvel Fans Wanted To Hear”
—Ryan Reynolds, Actor
