Overview

• On August 12, Reynolds posted an altered Avengers logo with a red anarchic “A,” the word “WHAT” and a smirking emoji, prompting widespread fan interpretation as a cameo hint.
• Marvel Studios has not officially confirmed Deadpool’s participation in the film, though president Kevin Feige said the studio held informal talks with Reynolds.
• The published ensemble cast list for Avengers: Doomsday still excludes both Deadpool and Wolverine despite extensive character announcements.
• The Russo brothers began filming the tentpole in London in March, setting a December 18, 2026 release after an earlier postponement.
• Some analysts and unverified leaks suggest the movie could draw on Deadpool & Wolverine elements such as “The Void,” but those theories have not been corroborated.