“What a beautiful way to end that era”: ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Sticks the Landing By Honoring 1 Legacy That Became a Stepping Stone for Marvel’s Success
- Marvel’s tribute to 20th Century Fox's X-Men era is featured in 'Deadpool & Wolverine.'
- It marked the end of the X-Men cinematic chapter, leaving fans nostalgic and emotional.
- 'Deadpool & Wolverine' helped the MCU break $30 billion at the box office.
Fans of Deadpool and Wolverine have been dreaming of seeing these two together for ages, and their wish has finally come true! The new Marvel movie, Deadpool & Wolverine, is getting rave reviews and has snagged a ‘Certified Fresh’ badge on Rotten Tomatoes.
The movie’s end credits hint at exciting future Marvel adventures while also giving a heartfelt nod to the classic stories and characters of the past. The end credits of the film left fans feeling emotional and nostalgic. Rather than the usual post-credits scene, it paid tribute to the 20th Century Fox era of X-Men movies.
A montage set to Green Day’s Good Riddance (Time of Your Life) showed behind-the-scenes moments. It captured the laughter, friendship, and hard work of the cast and crew over the years.
Deadpool & Wolverine’s Emotional Finale was a Walk Down Memory Lane
The montage was more than just a collection of outtakes. It was a heartfelt tribute to a chapter in cinematic history. Fans saw the evolution of characters, especially Hugh Jackman‘s iconic Wolverine, from the start of the franchise to its end.
The video was a bittersweet reminder that this era of X-Men was coming to an end. Disney’s acquisition of Fox in 2019 marked a big change. The beloved X-Men characters are now part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The end credits hit fans hard, and many shared their feelings online, with some saying they shed tears while watching it. The montage touched viewers, bringing back memories and giving a sense of closure. Here are their reactions:
I crode. What a beautiful way to end that era.
— Emperor Haze (@emphazeact3) July 26, 2024
It was just so wholesome and nostalgic. Makes me want to go back and rewatch all of the films, even the shit ones lol.
— Superhero_Enjoyer (@Supe_Enjoyer) July 26, 2024
I was 3 years old again
— The Black Norrin Radd 🏄🏾♂️ (@ThaSiTHAPRNTiCE) July 26, 2024
Teared up man. Grew up watching all the fox films, say what you want about half of them but they built up that legacy for the MCU to take and grow from, alongside the Raimi films ofc. But still, the whole reason i love/was introduced to DP&W is thanks to that era.
— Strategy (@StratHD_) July 26, 2024
It was amazing.
Hits so much harder for ppl who watched them all as they were released and went through the whole ride.— Hani M. Nowailati (@haninow) July 26, 2024
It was very nice of the film to use it meta commentary as a way to appreciate the work that went into those previous movies. Even if there were blunders, it was kind of the film to have a moment to respect the casts and crews that work on those movies.
— Johno (@GreenGobliner) July 27, 2024
As the final notes of Good Riddance played, the Fox logo appeared on the screen. It was a nod to the studio that created these beloved characters—a fitting end to an era that made a lasting impact on popular culture.
Marvel Cinematic Universe Became $30 Million Box Office Giant with Deadpool & Wolverine
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has broken box office records, becoming the first film franchise to ever cross the $30 billion mark worldwide. This amazing news was shared by studio head Kevin Feige at San Diego Comic-Con (reported by The Walt Disney Company).
It’s Deadpool & Wolverine that helped the MCU reach this big milestone. The film had a record-breaking opening, earning $96 million on its first day in the U.S. alone. According to Variety, it is expected to make about $200 million in the U.S. and nearly $400 million worldwide.
Since starting with Iron Man in 2008, Marvel has consistently produced blockbuster hits. While Avengers: Endgame and Infinity War were massive successes, even less popular films like Eternals and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania would be big wins for any other studio.
Franchises like Spider-Man, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and James Bond have also made billions, but they still have a lot to do to catch up with Marvel’s superheroes.
Deadpool & Wolverine is currently screening in theatres!
