‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Shatters Expectations with $211 Million Debut

“Deadpool & Wolverine” has exceeded expectations with a blockbuster debut, raking in $211 million domestically in its opening weekend. 

The film, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, has achieved the sixth-largest opening of all time, surpassing Sunday’s preliminary estimate of $205 million. This figure not only marks the biggest opening weekend of the year but also the highest ever for an R-rated film.

The film’s strong performance continues with a global gross of $444.3 million after just three days of release. “Deadpool & Wolverine” now ranks behind only “Avengers: Endgame” ($357 million), “Spider-Man: No Way Home” ($260 million), “Avengers: Infinity War” ($257 million), “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” ($247 million), and “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” ($220 million) in terms of domestic box office debuts. 

These films all crossed the $1 billion mark worldwide, a milestone that seems highly likely for “Deadpool & Wolverine.” If it does reach that threshold, it will become only the second R-rated film to do so, following 2019’s “Joker,” which earned $1.07 billion globally.

The success of “Deadpool & Wolverine” is particularly significant as it integrates characters previously licensed to 20th Century Fox into Disney’s Marvel Cinematic Universe. Directed by Shawn Levy, the film drew substantial interest from fans eager to witness major plot developments, notable cameos, and Jackman’s return as the iconic mutant Logan.

The film’s impressive debut reflects not only its high anticipation but also the continued strong appeal of the superhero genre. With its record-setting opening, “Deadpool & Wolverine” is set to continue its dominance at the box office in the coming weeks.