7 Ways Deadpool 2 Sets Up Future Sequels

7. Deadpool 3 Denial

Right, now hold your breath - there seems to already be a hurdle to clamber over with the next Deadpool standalone, with comments circulating about the viability of the franchise. Whilst it’s likely the Fox team could and hopefully will squeeze a third movie out of the tried and tested formula, it doesn’t necessarily mean they should: and that’s according to Mr. Deadpool himself.

Reynolds stated in an interview with EW: “I don’t know that there would be a Deadpool 3. I really don’t… I feel like the character, in order for him to function properly within his own universe, you need to take everything away from him. I don’t think that you can keep doing that.”

It’s true that the previous two movies have put Wade Wilson through the ringer, where he’s been broken down - both figuratively and quite literally - to be put back together bigger and badder by the end of the film. And whilst that recipe might be a little overdone in terms of number three, that doesn’t mean there isn’t other options for a third movie to explore.

Thankfully, the writers agree - and after the next X-movies are out the way, they're sure to be back for some singular Deadpool goodness. You can let out that breath now.