Warning! This Article Contains Major Spoilers For Deadpool & Wolverine
Summary
Deadpool & Wolverinehas arrived, and severalMarvel Cinematic Universecharacters appear throughout the film. While the bulk of theDeadpool & Wolverinecameostend to come from the Fox side of the universe,many MCU performers do pop up in the film’s various roles. Some are more prominent roles, while others are only quick cameos. Still, seeing its pieces tied together is exciting as the universe expands. Recognizing the crossing-over of these performers into a Deadpool story makes the entire cinematic universe feel much more cohesive.
In addition to these, a few other notable appearances took place. While a scene quickly showed the iconic pairing ofWolverine vs. Hulkstraight from the comics, it’s unclear if Mark Ruffalo returned to play the CGI character. In addition,many characters from the Marvel Cinematic Universe appear in archival footage during the TVA sequence.Figures like Tom Hiddleston’s Loki and Sebastian Stan’s Winter Soldier appear here, but not in newly filmed footage for the film. The following MCU performers are the ones featured inDeadpool & Wolverine.
When Deadpool & Wolverine Takes Place In The MCU Timeline
Deadpool & Wolverine takes place in a variety of time-bending locales, making it difficult to tell where it fits into the official MCU timeline.
7Chris Evans As Johnny Storm/Human Torch
Last Seen As Captain America In Avengers: Endgame
In perhaps the most exciting cameo in the entire film and one ofDeadpool & Wolverine’s biggest spoilers, Chris Evans makes a notable return to the MCU in the movie. However, despite even the characters thinking he is Captain America, Evans does not play Steve Rogers in the film. Instead, in a hilarious twist,Evans is revealed to be Johnny Storm, the Human Torch fromFantastic Four.
With vulgar language and a different attitude than his usual MCU role, Evans excels in his short time onscreen. While it is unclear if the actor will ever return to the MCU as Captain America,seeing a return to the 2000s era ofFantastic Fouris a fun and unique cameo for audiences who have been following Marvel cinema through the years.While Storm is killed by Cassandra Nova, the appearance is still a satisfying bit of closure for the Fox universe.
Fantastic Four
Cast
Fantastic Four follows four astronauts who gain extraordinary abilities after a space mission goes awry. Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm transform into superheroes tasked with combating Dr. Doom’s malevolent schemes, marking their debut in facing global threats with newly acquired powers.
6Jon Favreau As Happy Hogan
Last Seen In Spider-Man: No Way Home
In a humorous scene, Deadpool is seen in 2018 in an interview to join the Avengers. This doesn’t go well for Deadpool, who is not a valiant hero.He winds up inappropriately joking and insulting his interviewer, who is none other than Jon Favreau’s Happy Hogan. The short and sweet scene, set early in the film, sets the stage for the cameos to follow.
Since directingIron Man, Favreau has been an important part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Notably,he also appeared as Foggy Nelson in 2003’sDaredevil, from which Jennifer Garner’s Elektra returns inDeadpool & Wolverine. With such an intimate connection to Marvel’s storytelling in film, Favreau is an excellent performer to feature here.
Spider-Man: No Way Home
For the first time in the cinematic history of Spider-Man, our friendly neighborhood hero is unmasked and no longer able to separate his normal life from the trials and tribulations of being a superhero. In Spider-Man: No Way Home, Peter Parker (Tom Holland) asks for help from Doctor Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) when his identity becomes a problem for the ones he loves. Unfortunately, when the spell goes wrong, Spider-Man will now have to face off with villains such as Doctor Octopus (Alfred Molina) and Electro (Jamie Foxx) as Peter finally comes to terms that he can’t run from being Spider-Man. Supported by his close friends and help from an unexpected place (or multiverse), Spider-Man will go toe-to-toe with some of the most legendary foes in his storied history.
5Wunmi Mosaku As Hunter B-15
Last Seen In Loki Season 2
Much of theTVA lore was built inLoki,and it makes sense to have some characters return from that series inDeadpool & Wolverine.Hunter B-15 is among the most prominent members of the TVA in that series, and her brief appearance here as Mr. Paradox’s boss is an effective scene.This is made even better when she catches the eye of Peter, and a funny moment highlights a mutual attraction between the two characters.
Wunmi Mosaku was a vital part ofLoki, and her appearance here suggests that she has risen in the ranks of the TVA.It then seems likely that her character may appear in future MCU projects.If the TVA is set to remain an important part of Marvel storytelling, having someone like B-15 appear across various projects could be especially helpful for viewers.
Loki
Loki is a series in the Marvel Cinematic Universe following the alternate version of the titular character, Loki, after the events of Avengers: Endgame. Taken by the Time Variance Authority, he must confront his identity and choices while aiding in fixing the disrupted timeline to avert a greater threat.
4Lewis Tan As Shatterstar
Last Seen As Zhou Cheng In Iron Fist
Lewis Tan makes a short appearance inDeadpool & Wolverineas Shatterstar. Along with Peter,he represents the surviving members of the X-Force team that was introduced and quickly killed inDeadpool 2.Seeing the character reappear here helps to place the story inside the larger Deadpool continuity. With that said, the actor has also previously appeared in an MCU project.
In a single episode of the Netflix seriesIron Fist,Tan appears as Zhou Cheng.The character has a fight against Iron Fist in the first season of the series as he guards one of Madame Ghou’s compounds.With such a limited appearance on the series, it is unlikely Zhou Cheng will reappear in the MCU. However, Tan is an excellent performer and would be well suited to a new, larger role in the franchise.
Iron Fist
Part of the original Netflix line-up of Marvel shows, Iron Fist follows billionaire heir Danny Rand on his journey to become the legendary Iron Fist. Returning to America after going missing for fifteen years, Danny returns to reclaim his family fortune and use it to help others in need. However, a call to action pulls Danny away from his family duties as a new threat emerges, calling upon the powers of the Iron Fist to protect his friends and family - and New York City.
3Billy Clements As Ivan/Russian
Last Seen As La Selva Guard In Secret Invasion
Primarily a stuntman, Billy Clements plays the minor role credited as Ivan/Russian in the cast.This character is fromThe Punisherand was previously played by Kevin Nash.Like some other returning characters, including Juggernaut, the original performer does not return here. While Clements did not previously play this character in any Marvel projects, the performer has been featured in several different MCU films and series.
More known for his stunts than for his acting,Clements still played small roles inSecret InvasionandEternals.While uncredited, these roles are listed as La Selva Guard and Aztec Warrior respectively. In addition, Clements has done stunt work onBlack Widow.The actor and stunt-man clearly has a good relationship with the studio and may appear in future projects.
Secret Invasion
Based on the Marvel Comics event, Secret Invasion is a chapter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe that sees Nick Fury attempting to reckon with an alien invasion that has been occurring for years - without humanity even knowing. Fury discovers that the Skrulls have been infiltrating society for far longer than he realized, and danger arises as plans start into motion.
2Nathan Fillion As Headpool
Last Seen As Master Karja In Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3
Nathan Fillion is no stranger to superhero cinema and will next appear asGuy Gardner in James Gunn’sSuperman. The actor nearly had three different appearances in the MCU: he lends his voice to an inmate inGuardians of the Galaxy. Then,he filmed a deleted scene forGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2where he played an actor starring in a movie about Tony Stark that was unfortunately cut.Finally, he had a small, strange role inGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3as the head of security on the Orgoscope.
Fillion’s role inDeadpool & Wolverineis small but effective. As part of the large team ofDeadpool variants,Fillion lends his voice to Headpool, a floating, wisecracking head.Of all the Deadpool variants, Headpool is among the strangest; however, lending Fillion’s voice to the character made for some compelling scenes. Now more involved in the DCU, it is unclear if Fillion will return to the MCU again in any capacity.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 follows Peter Quill as he grapples with the loss of Gamora while rallying his team to defend the universe. The Guardians face a crucial mission to protect one of their own, with stakes that could alter the fate of the group forever.
1Chris Hemsworth As Thor
Last Seen In Thor: Love And Thunder
While most of the footage shown at the TVA is repurposed film from other movies, Chris Hemsworth seemingly has a brief scene that has not appeared in any previous film. During Deadpool’s visit to the TVA,Mr. Paradox accidentally shows him footage of Thor holding the dying body of Wade Wilson in his arms. Paradox quickly shuts it off, telling Deadpool he wasn’t supposed to see it yet.
Thor: Love and Thunder
In Thor: Love and Thunder, the Norse god teams up with King Valkyrie, Korg, and the Mighty Thor, Jane Foster, to thwart Gorr the God Butcher’s quest to eradicate the gods. This cosmic adventure sees Thor confront new challenges as he navigates his return from retirement.
It is unclear if this is a tease for a future project or some multiversal event that will never occur. However, it is fun to see Chris Hemsworth’s Thor appear here, even briefly. In including new footage of the actor, the rest of the archival footage inDeadpool & Wolverinefeels that much more significant. Of all the MCU appearances, this humorous and understated one is among the most effective and clever in the film.
Deadpool & Wolverine
A follow-up to the highly successful Deadpool and Deadpool 2 films starring Ryan Reynolds as the Merc with a Mouth. The third film will be the first in the franchise to be developed under the Marvel Studios banner following Disney’s acquisition of 20th Century Fox.
