Deadpool & Wolverine Script Features Stranger Things Names

The upcoming Marvel film Deadpool & Wolverine has created an unexpected connection to Netflix's Stranger Things through a clever script tactic. To maintain the secrecy of surprise cameos, the script used code names from Stranger Things for iconic characters, such as renaming Elektra as Eleven and Wolverine as Hopper. Director Shawn Levy, who has ties to Stranger Things, acknowledged the unique crossover, noting that his 'worlds collided' during the scriptwriting process. Ryan Reynolds expressed concern over potential leaks, emphasizing the lengths taken to prevent spoilers, including a plan for hiding from drones. This strategy contributed to the film's success, as it grossed $1.34 billion, becoming the highest-grossing R-rated film of all time. The revelation of this coding technique has intrigued fans and added an extra layer to the film's marketing efforts.