Key points:
- Ryan Reynolds surprised fans by appearing in character as Deadpool during Marvel Studios’ San Diego Comic-Con panel.
- The actor wore Deadpool’s grey X-Force suit, a costume never before seen in a live-action Marvel film.
- Reynolds jokingly questioned the cast about Thor’s emotional scene from Deadpool & Wolverine.
- Robert Downey Jr. responded that Avengers: Doomsday had already been filmed, prompting a humorous exchange.
- Marvel has not officially confirmed Deadpool’s appearance in Avengers: Doomsday, despite continued speculation.
San Diego – Ryan Reynolds made an unexpected appearance during Marvel Studios’ San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) panel on Saturday, reigniting speculation over Deadpool’s possible involvement in Avengers: Doomsday.
The actor surprised Hall H attendees by emerging from the audience dressed in Deadpool’s grey X-Force suit, a comic-inspired costume that has yet to appear on the big screen. Introducing himself as “Ricky,” Reynolds joked that he was “cosplaying hard” before directing his first question to actor Paul Rudd.
What Reynolds said about Thor?
“Where is Thor, and why was he crying?” Reynolds asked, referencing a scene from Deadpool & Wolverine in which Chris Hemsworth’s Thor is shown holding an injured Deadpool in what appears to be a future timeline. Rudd responded with a joke of his own, saying, “He’s a Wrexham fan?” — a playful reference to the Welsh football club owned by Reynolds and actor Rob McElhenney.
Reynolds quickly replied, “You know goddamn well why he was crying.”
The actor then shifted his attention to Avengers: Doomsday, joking that Marvel had spent a significant amount to announce the film and asking when production would begin. Robert Downey Jr., who will portray Doctor Doom after previously starring as Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, responded by saying, “It’s in the can, bro. Look around you. Did you bump your head?”
Playing along, Reynolds pretended to be disappointed before jokingly asking whether there would be any reshoots or last-minute additions.
“No further questions. Happy Hogan, fetch the Audi. We’re leaving,” he said before dropping the microphone and exiting the hall.
Deadpool’s Marvel future remains unconfirmed
Marvel Studios has not officially announced whether Deadpool will appear in Avengers: Doomsday. However, Reynolds’ surprise appearance has further fuelled rumours that the character could feature in the highly anticipated film. Deadpool was last seen alongside Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine in Deadpool & Wolverine, which earned more than $1.3 billion at the global box office.
Other Marvel announcements
Marvel’s Comic-Con presentation featured several major announcements beyond Reynolds’ surprise appearance. Ryan Gosling confirmed he will star in a Ghost Rider film directed by Shawn Levy.
Meanwhile, filmmaker Ryan Coogler announced that actor David Jonsson will portray T’Challa’s adult son in Black Panther 3, scheduled for release in 2028.
