“This movie is built for entertainment”: Deadpool & Wolverine Director Vows to Break a Major Marvel Trend That’s Killing the MCU in the Long Run

The highly anticipated third Deadpool flick promises to deliver an entertaining experience without the pressure of catching up on previous Marvel projects.

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Have you ever felt the crushing burden of having to catch up on a vast universe of MCU films just to enjoy the latest blockbuster? Well, according to the director of Deadpool & Wolverine, viewers don’t need to watch previous flicks to understand the upcoming Ryan Reynolds starrer.

Shawn Levy, 55, appears to have boldly promised to end a long-running trend in the Marvel Cinematic Universe that has plagued fans for years. With a commitment to making Deadpool 3 an exhilarating standalone hit, Levy ensured that this film is designed for pure “entertainment”, removing the need for audiences to do extensive research.
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in Deadpool & Wolverine
Following the enormous box office success of the first two flicks, Deadpool swiftly gained popularity, and fans were eager to see the Merc with a Mouth join the Marvel Cinematic Universe. With Reynolds as the star, co-writer, and co-producer, Levy is helming the flick for the third time.

Deadpool & Wolverine Director Promises a Refreshing Change for the MCU

Are you sick of having to watch every single Marvel flick in order to follow the ever-expanding plot threads and grasp the nuances of the story? Fortunately, the acclaimed director Shawn Levy (Big Fat Liar, Night at the Museum) is here to turn things around.

Ryan Reynolds in Shawn Levy’s Deadpool & Wolverine [Credit: Walt Disney Pictures]
In a recent interview with The Associated Press, the Canadian film director, 55, explained why his upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine is intended to be as approachable as possible:

“I was a good student in school. I’ll do my homework as an adult. But I am definitely not looking to do homework when I go to the movies. I very much made this film with certainly a healthy respect and gratitude towards the rabid fan base that has peak fluency in the mythology and lore of these characters and this world. But I didn’t want to presume that.”

It is a refreshing change while also welcoming casual moviegoers who simply want to join in the fun without having to do their “prior research”: The Oscar-nominated director further added:

“This movie is built for entertainment, with no obligation to come prepared with prior research.”

Definitely, Levy’s promise is music to the ears of casual moviegoers who might feel intimidated by the daunting task of catching up on years of Marvel lore.

Deadpool & Wolverine: Director’s Game-Changing Announcement

Shawn Levy | Credit: Gaga Skidmore – Wikimedia Commons
The upcoming superhero threequel will differ from its first two entries, according to Deadpool & Wolverine director Shawn Levy. In an interview with Screen Rant, Levy explained why the third Deadpool flick should not be considered “Deadpool 3”.

Having said that, he confirmed that the upcoming MCU flick was made to set itself apart from the first two Deadpool movies. To quote him:

“As far as crafting the Deadpool & Wolverine story, I just felt privileged every day because you’re talking about two massive movie stars in their most iconic roles. It also gave me an opportunity. It’s the third Deadpool movie, but it’s not Deadpool 3.

The upcoming July release, according to the director, also made no attempt to “copy” anything from its earlier first two flicks.

“It’s a different thing that’s very much Deadpool & Wolverine. And it’s not trying to copycat anything from the first two movies. They were awesome, but this is a two-hander character adventure.”

Levy is helming the first R-rated MCU film, which is based on a screenplay co-written by Ryan Reynolds, Zeb Wells, Paul Wernick, and Rhett Reese. The Free Guy star and Hugh Jackman, who are reprising their beloved roles as Wade Wilson/Deadpool and Logan/Wolverine, respectively, are leading the ensemble cast.

Anyway, whether you’re a hardcore Marvel aficionado or a casual moviegoer, Levy’s promise of entertainment without the burden of prior knowledge is sure to be a welcome change.

Deadpool & Wolverine is arriving in theaters on July 26, 2024.

Meanwhile, you can stream Deadpool & Deadpool 2 on Disney Plus.

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The Palace has be warned that a potential move could spark backlash from the public if it’s given the go ahead.

A royal expert has claimed that it’s unlikely that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will be stripped of their titles.

Ingrid Seward, editor in chief of Majesty Magazine, told The Royal Beat that it’s unlikely Meghan, 42, and Prince Harry, 39, will be stripped of their royal titles by King Charles III, even though they quit their royal duties in 2020.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle attend a reception for young people at the Palace of Holyrood House on February 13, 2018 in Edinburgh, Scotland. Photo: Andrew Milligan – WPA Pool/Getty Images.
“I don’t think anything will happen to the titles because, if they lose their titles, Harry is still a prince of the blood and Meghan, instead of being the Duchess of Sussex, [would] be Princess Henry,” Seward said, according to The Mirror.

She went on to suggest that were the Palace to strip the pair of the titles it could be seen as “unkind” move by the public.

“That really would [confuse the Americans],” she added. “I think [it’s] probably best just to leave it because it looks unkind, it looks unnecessary.”

Prince Harry was born Prince Henry Charles Albert David, but goes by Harry. If Meghan lost her title as Duchess of Sussex, she would technically be called Princess Henry, since it’s royal tradition that a princess takes an official title with her husband’s name.

The same rule applies for Kate Middleton, who is technically Princess William — but is referred to as the Princess of Wales.

A royal expert has claimed it’s “unlikely” that the Palace would take such a step. Photo: Mike Coppola/Getty Images.
Seward said Harry and Meghan will likely be known as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex forever.

“The Queen gave them the titles, let them keep them – they’re going to be ‘H and M’ anyway,” she said.

“I think the best thing is to leave them, ignore them, and let them get on with it – which is really what the Palace and the Royal Family are doing.”

Meghan and Harry stepped down as senior working members of the Royal Family in 2020, and they now live in California with their two children Archie, four, and Lilibet two.

Royal author Tom Quinn recently claimed that Charles, 75, and William, 41, “have had lengthy discussions about stripping” the couple of their royal titles.

However, he doesn’t believe the king and his heir will make the move.

“They are terrified this would backfire and make the situation worse,” Quinn told The Mirror last month. “The last thing they want is to give the renegade royals something else to complain about.”