The upcoming film Deadpool & Wolverine is set to redefine fans' understanding of the multiverse with a groundbreaking twist for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Insider reports have revealed that this highly-anticipated sequel will introduce a new multiverse concept from the comics, never before seen in the MCU.
The film will explore the idea that each universe in the multiverse contains a unique hero, known as a nexus being, whose existence is vital for the survival of that universe. The removal or demise of a nexus being leads to the collapse of their respective universe, ensuring that characters like Spider-Man and Hulk do not have duplicates with the same pivotal role across different universes.
Nexus beings are significant figures in Marvel Comics, serving as anchors that maintain the stability of their universes within the multiverse. They possess the power to influence probability and the flow of time, with oversight from entities like the Time Variance Authority and the Time-Keepers, as seen in the MCU's Loki series.
Deadpool & Wolverine, transitioning from 20th Century Fox to Marvel Studios, marks a milestone in the MCU. The film's trailer hints at Deadpool's involvement with the Time Variance Authority, with Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman reprising their roles alongside Emma Corrin as the main antagonist, Cassandra Nova.
The film's release is highly anticipated for its blend of action, humor, and potential significance in the MCU storyline. Following Deadpool & Wolverine, the multiverse will remain a central theme in upcoming Marvel projects, with confirmed explorations in the two Avengers sequels and potential ventures in The Fantastic Four and Shang-Chi 2.
Reports suggest that Doctor Strange 3 is in development, potentially laying the groundwork for Avengers: Secret Wars, inspired by the 2015 comic book storyline about worlds colliding. Deadpool & Wolverine is scheduled for release on July 26, 2024, directed by Shawn Levy, promising to be a game-changer for the MCU and offering a fresh take on the multiverse for future cinematic adventures.
