Speculation about Ryan Reynolds reprising his role as Deadpool in Avengers: Doomsday has stirred among fans after the actor posted a photo featuring a spray-painted Avengers logo in August. Despite the excitement, Reynolds revealed he has not yet visited the set of Avengers: Doomsday, addressing rumors directly during an interview promoting the documentary John Candy: I Like Me, which he produced. These comments bring cautious clarity about Deadpool’s involvement in the upcoming Marvel film, amid swirling fan theories and on-set gossip.
Details on Reynolds’ Current Involvement and Set Rumors
Reynolds playfully acknowledged he has written several Easter eggs, possibly related to the Marvel universe, but emphasized they exist only on paper from the comfort of his home.
“There’s four that I’ve got in there,”
Reynolds joked.
“Of course, I’ve written them all at home in my PJs, and nobody’s seen ’em nor have I stepped foot on set. But, yeah, that’s about as far as I’ll go on that one.”
This statement underlines that despite fan anticipation, Reynolds’ physical involvement with the project remains unconfirmed and likely distant.
Reynolds’ character gained a significant foothold in the Marvel Cinematic Universe with Deadpool and Wolverine, a blockbuster that earned $1.3 billion worldwide and became the highest-grossing R-rated movie ever. That film also introduced Channing Tatum as Gambit, who is confirmed to appear in Avengers: Doomsday. Fans speculated that Reynolds’ social media hints signaled Deadpool’s inclusion in the 2026 Marvel ensemble, yet the actor has remained tight-lipped on any official confirmation.
Addressing Feud Rumors Between Reynolds and Robert Downey Jr.
Alongside rumors about Deadpool’s involvement, reports surfaced suggesting a feud between Reynolds and Robert Downey Jr., who returns in Avengers: Doomsday as Doctor Doom. Reliable sources have dismissed these allegations, telling People magazine that there is zero bad blood between the actors. An insider went further to clarify that the two have never actually met in person, supporting Reynolds’ assertion of not having been on the film’s set at all.
What to Expect Moving Forward for Deadpool and Avengers Fans
Avengers: Doomsday is scheduled for release by Disney and Marvel Studios on December 18, 2026. While Reynolds continues to keep potential Deadpool appearances under wraps, his playful comments and past successes keep fans eager yet grounded in realistic expectations. The evolving Marvel universe, featuring returning stars like Downey Jr. and new faces such as Tatum, promises a major cinematic event, with Deadpool’s role remaining a tantalizing mystery for now.
