Shawn Levy Addresses Easter Eggs in Deadpool & Wolverine

Ryan Reynolds' latest film, Deadpool & Wolverine, has reignited interest in the X-Men's potential inclusion in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), showcasing Hugh Jackman's Wolverine alongside Deadpool. The film explores Wolverine's troubled past, leading to fan theories suggesting he may be responsible for the X-Men's absence in the MCU. Reynolds, who aimed to honor past comic book roles, attempted to include Ben Affleck and Nicolas Cage but ultimately did not secure their appearances. The film is also filled with Easter eggs, featuring iconic references from 20th Century Fox and Marvel, including a crumbled Fox logo and a crashed helicarrier. Director Shawn Levy revealed that the team considered including the Titanic as an Easter egg but ended up using a generic ship instead. Overall, Deadpool & Wolverine has been praised as a potential contender for the best superhero movie ever, combining humor and nostalgia effectively.