Deadpool & Wolverine Director Disappoints with Home Media Release Details

The following contains very mild spoilers for: Deadpool and Wolverine!

Deadpool and Wolverine exit, Shawn LevyHe has already prepared the new film with several short scenes for long-time Marvel fans. However, that is not enough for some, as fans have wondered if an extended version of the film could be released in the future, or a so-called “Levycut,” if you will. Deadpool and Wolverine The film was a huge box office success, and quickly became the highest-grossing R-rated film of all time domestically.

Shawn Levy spoke to Collider about the success of Deadpool and WolverineHe was asked about the possibility of releasing an extended version of the film in the future. Levy quickly rejected the idea, much to the disappointment of fans.The director said that the version Deadpool and Wolverine The final cut of the film was released in theaters. Levy, Hugh Jackman, Ryan Reynolds, and everyone involved in the film were so happy with the final cut that they didn't see fit to re-edit the film into a longer version. Levy said:

Deadpool and Wolverine

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A sequel to the hugely successful Deadpool and Deadpool 2 films starring Ryan Reynolds as the Merc with a Mouth, the third film will be the first in the franchise to be developed under the Marvel Studios banner following Disney's acquisition of 20th Century Fox.

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July 26, 2024

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However, all hope is not lost for MCU fans who want to see more of the Deadpool and WolverineWhile the extended version is a myth, Reynolds and Levy have hinted at what will be included in the film’s bonus features when it’s released on Blu-ray later this year, and the selections appear to be slim. The special features will include some deleted scenes, director (and actor) commentary, and a montage of stand-ins. Levy said:

Then Ryan Reynolds upped the ante. Deadpool and WolverineParody video. The actor explained that the video basically consists of alternate takes of the jokes featured in the film. As he put it:

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And tomorrow is funny
There is beautiful fun. [gag reel]“This movie doesn't have blunders as much as it has alternate takes and moments, because everyone is so professional on this movie.”

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During the conversation, Ryan Reynolds explained how much effort he put into production to ensure Deadpool and Wolverine These jokes were meant to be as funny as possible. The actor said that in addition to writing many jokes for himself, he would also prepare short jokes for less important background characters, just in case he struck comedy gold. Reynolds explained:

“I think a lot of people think I just show up, pull the strings and improvise all day. But I don't do that.
We write everything. We write 10 alternative jokes for any given joke.
“I don't just write jokes for myself, I write them for other characters. There might not even be a single line in the background.”