Deadpool and Wolverine: Hugh Jackman stars in Marvel trailer Marvel 's latest R-rated action extravaganza, Deadpool and Wolverine , made a splash at its New York premiere yesterday, with critics quick to weigh in on the superhero blockbuster. Starring the formidable duo of Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, the film marks the third chapter in the wildly popular Deadpool series. The Hollywood Reporter has tipped the movie for a colossal opening weekend, forecasting over $165 million in domestic ticket sales, potentially setting a new record for an R-rated debut.

Helmed by director Shawn Levy, who also contributed to the screenplay alongside Reynolds, Rhett Reese, Paul Wernick, and Zeb Wells, Deadpool and Wolverine promises high-octane thrills. Emma Corrin of The Crown fame takes on the role of the film's chief villain, while Dafne Keen reprises her role as Wolverine's progeny, Laura, from the 2017 hit Logan, reports the Mirror . Don't miss.

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They team up to defeat a common enemy." Critics have taken to X, the platform previously known as Twitter , to share their early reviews following a privileged preview.