Deadpool & Wolverine Topping £1.3 Billion, Becomes Highest-Grossing R-Rated Film Ever
The much-anticipated team-up of two of Marvel’s most irreverent characters, ‘Deadpool & Wolverine,’ has smashed box office records, crossing the £1.3 billion mark globally. This milestone cements the film as the highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time, surpassing previous record holders such as Joker (2019) and Deadpool 2 (2018).
A Winning Formula
Produced on a budget of £200 million, the film brought together two of the most beloved antiheroes in superhero cinema. Directed by Shawn Levy, it marks Ryan Reynolds’ return as Deadpool, alongside Hugh Jackman’s iconic portrayal of Wolverine, reprising the role after his supposed retirement in Logan (2017).
The film’s success can be attributed to its unique blend of mature humor, action-packed sequences, and fan-favorite characters. Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman’s on-screen chemistry drew millions to theaters, not just from the Marvel fanbase but also from audiences who appreciate a more mature take on superhero films. The movie’s R-rating allowed for the signature irreverent tone of Deadpool, mixed with Wolverine’s gritty, no-holds-barred combat style.
Deadpool & Wolverine Topping £1.3 Billion Worldwide is no easy task!
The Biggest R-Rated Movie of All Time
With this record-breaking haul, ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ has dethroned Joker (2019), which previously held the title of the highest-grossing R-rated movie with a global box office take of £820 million. The film is also outperforming other notable R-rated releases like Deadpool 2 (£738 million) and The Matrix Reloaded (£625 million).
Can ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’ Challenge the Record?
However, ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ may not hold this title for long. In just a few weeks, the highly anticipated Joker: Folie à Deux—the sequel to the 2019 box office phenomenon—will hit theaters on October 4th. Directed by Todd Phillips, the film will once again star Joaquin Phoenix as the titular Joker, alongside Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn. The psychological thriller with musical elements has already generated immense buzz, and its predecessor proved that R-rated films can dominate the box office, having grossed over £800 million.
With Folie à Deux expanding the Joker’s dark, complex story and adding Gaga’s star power, it could pose a legitimate threat to Deadpool & Wolverine’s reign at the top. Some industry insiders are already predicting that the film could gross over £1 billion, potentially challenging or even surpassing Deadpool & Wolverine as the highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time.
A New Era for R-Rated Blockbusters
The runaway success of Deadpool & Wolverine demonstrates the continued appeal of R-rated superhero films. Despite their more restricted audience, these films are proving that darker, edgier takes on beloved characters can lead to massive financial success. With Joker: Folie à Deux on the horizon, the future of mature, boundary-pushing superhero cinema looks brighter—and more profitable—than ever.
Fans of both franchises will undoubtedly keep their eyes on the box office race as October 4th approaches. Will Deadpool & Wolverine hold onto its crown, or will the Clown Prince of Crime dance his way to the top once more?
Stay tuned for more updates on Comic Movie DB as this box office showdown unfolds and if the gross goes up on Deadpool & Wolverine Topping £1.3 Billion Worldwide
