The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is still reeling from the seismic impact of Deadpool & Wolverine, the 2024 blockbuster that smashed box office records and brought Ryan Reynolds’ irreverent Deadpool and Hugh Jackman’s grizzled Wolverine into the MCU fold. Now, just months after its release, whispers of a sequel are already swirling—and Reynolds himself is fanning the flames. In a recent interview at a promotional event on March 15, 2025, the actor dropped tantalizing hints about what’s next for the foul-mouthed mercenary and his clawed counterpart, promising fans “bloodier chaos” and teasing a mysterious X-Men cameo that’s sure to set the internet ablaze. With the MCU’s Phase Six on the horizon, this sequel could be the next big jolt to an already electrified franchise.

Deadpool & Wolverine was a cultural juggernaut, grossing over $1.3 billion worldwide and becoming the sixth-highest-grossing MCU film to date. Its success wasn’t just financial—it bridged Fox’s X-Men universe with Marvel Studios’ meticulously crafted multiverse, delivering a cocktail of R-rated humor, visceral action, and jaw-dropping cameos that left audiences hungry for more. Reynolds, who co-wrote and produced the film alongside director Shawn Levy, knows he’s sitting on a goldmine. “We barely scratched the surface with the first one,” he said, flashing his trademark grin. “The sequel’s going to crank the chaos up to eleven—more blood, more guts, and a lot more me breaking the fourth wall to annoy Logan.”

The promise of “bloodier chaos” isn’t just hyperbole. Sources close to the production suggest that Reynolds and Levy are keen to double down on what made the original stand out: its unapologetic R-rated edge. While the MCU has historically played it safe with family-friendly fare, Deadpool & Wolverine proved there’s a massive appetite for something rawer. “We got away with a lot last time,” Reynolds quipped. “This time, we’re aiming to make the MPAA sweat a little harder.” Fans can likely expect even more over-the-top gore—think decapitations, limb-severing, and Deadpool’s signature regenerative antics pushed to absurd new heights. Pair that with Wolverine’s berserker rage, and the sequel could redefine superhero violence on screen.

But the real kicker? That mystery X-Men cameo Reynolds dangled like a carrot. “Oh, we’ve got someone special lined up,” he teased, refusing to drop names. “It’s an X-Men character you’ve been dying to see, and they’re going to shake things up in a way even I didn’t see coming.” Speculation is already rampant on platforms like X, with fans tossing out names like Storm, Cyclops, or even a resurrected Jean Grey. Some bolder theories point to Gambit, whose brief appearance in Deadpool & Wolverine—played by Channing Tatum—left audiences clamoring for more. “If it’s Gambit again, I’ll lose my mind,” one X user posted. “But imagine if it’s Ian McKellen’s Magneto crossing over—that’d be insane!” Whoever it is, the cameo promises to deepen the multiversal ties, potentially setting the stage for Avengers: Secret Wars in 2027.

Reynolds’ enthusiasm is infectious, but it’s tempered by his own admission that a sequel isn’t greenlit—yet. “I’d love to do it, but I’m not rushing back into the suit tomorrow,” he said. “We’ve got to get the story right, and that takes time.” Still, the groundwork is there. The first film’s ending—Deadpool saving his timeline with Wolverine in tow—left the duo poised for more adventures. The Time Variance Authority (TVA), introduced as a multiversal watchdog, could easily pull them into another crisis, especially with the MCU’s multiverse saga heating up. “The TVA’s got a long list of messes,” Reynolds hinted. “And let’s just say Wade and Logan aren’t exactly at the bottom of it.”

Hugh Jackman’s return as Wolverine remains a wild card. After retiring the role in 2017’s Logan, his comeback was a one-off fueled by Reynolds’ relentless persuasion. “Ryan wouldn’t shut up about it,” Jackman laughed in a recent podcast. “I’m glad I did it, but I’m not sure how many more times I can grow the mutton chops.” Yet the chemistry between the two—equal parts bickering and begrudging respect—was the heart of the film. Fans on X are adamant: “No Wolverine, no sequel,” one wrote. “Hugh’s gotta come back—those claws are non-negotiable.” If Jackman signs on, expect the sequel to lean hard into their dynamic, with Reynolds promising “more insults, more fights, and maybe one heartfelt moment before I ruin it.”

The timing feels ripe. With Avengers: Doomsday slated for 2026 and Secret Wars following, a Deadpool & Wolverine sequel could slot into 2028, bridging the gap between major team-ups. Reynolds has expressed interest in crossing paths with other MCU heroes, name-dropping Tom Holland’s Spider-Man as a dream matchup. “Imagine Wade swinging around with Spidey, driving him nuts—that’s the chaos I live for,” he said. The mystery X-Men cameo could also tie into the X-Men’s slow integration into the MCU, a process Kevin Feige has teased since Disney’s 2019 acquisition of Fox.

For now, it’s all tantalizing speculation—but Reynolds knows how to keep fans hooked. “We’re cooking something wild,” he concluded. “Bloodier, messier, and with a surprise that’ll make you spit your popcorn.” Whether it’s Gambit’s exploding cards or Magneto’s magnetic wrath, the sequel promises to be another unhinged ride. As the MCU marches toward its multiversal climax, Deadpool and Wolverine might just be the chaotic glue holding it all together—or tearing it apart in the most entertaining way possible.