If you’re going to do a big screen crossover, you might as well shoot for the stars. And there might not be a bigger crossover than havingSpider-Manjoin forces with Wade Wilson in the officially confirmedDeadpool 2. While it’s a long shot, just announced sequel directorTim Millerand producerSimon Kinbergare trying to find a way to make this happen. But will they succeed? Probably not.
Fox Home Entertainmentrecently held an exclusive press day for the release ofDeadpool, coming to Blu-ray May 10. Joining in the festivities were directorTim Millerand producerSimon Kinberg. And they have long wanted to getSpider-Manand theMerc with the Mouthtogether on the big screen. About the idea, Miller had this to say.
“Simon and I have been trying to build bridges.”
Perhaps the idea isn’t so far fetched. Just less than two years ago, no one thought they’d see Spider-Man swinging with the Avengers on te big screen. But that idea becomes a reality in next month’s blockbuster sequelCaptain America: Civil War. Sony and Marvel struck up a unique business relationship that will allow both studios to utilize the character. ProducerSimon Kinberghopes a similar deal can be struck between 20th Century Fox, Disney and Sony. And he claims he might have an ace in the hole. He explains.
“I would love to see it. Both of us are close with [Marvel’s] Kevin [Feige], we respect and love Kevin. If it were even remotely possible, we will find a way ‘cause we’d would love to see it.”
WhileSimon Kinberghas shepherded the recentX-Menmovie franchise to success, he’s also been working with Disney onStar Wars Rebels, so he does have a foot in the door at both studios. He’s also the one who finally convinced Fox to take a chance on the hugely successfulDeadpoolafter the test footage went viral. But there is one small problem besides all the bureaucratic red tape. Spider-Man doesn’t belong in an R-Rated movie, and probably will never find himself in one. SaysKinberg.
“I just don’t know if it would be possible.”
In the Marvel Comic Books, Spider-Man and Deadpool’s relationship has proven to be quite popular with fans. And it’s surely something fans would love to see come to fruition as a movie at some point. But that could be years away, whenRyan Reynoldsis too old, andTom Hollandhas out grown the part.Simon Kinbergdoesn’t rule out the fact thatDeadpool 2will have a surprise cameo that no one will see coming. He explains.
“My favorite comic books in the old days used to be like DC vs. Marvel, Teen Titans vs. the X-Men or Teen Titans vs. New Mutants. Justice League vs. the Avengers. This could be something like that.”
It wasn’t until earlier today that 20th Century Foxofficially confirmedthatDeadpool 2is even happening.Tim Millerwas officially announced as the director.Ryan Reynoldswill be back for the sequel, as will writersRhett ReeseandPaul Wernick. It’s also been confirmed that Wade Wilson andX-Force leader Cablewill be teaming up. No further characters or cast have been announced yet.
