“Deadpool & Wolverine” is another hit from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, bringing Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman together as the iconic heroes. Some fans might be surprised to see Wolverine back in action, considering he met a clear and final end in “Logan.” But Wolverine isn’t the only mutant missing in action—his fellow X-Men are also conspicuously absent. So, where did they go?
In “Logan,” the film takes a more somber tone and doesn’t delve too deeply into explaining the fate of the mutants. It simply shows that they’re all gone, with strong hints that Professor X (played by Patrick Stewart), suffering from dementia, accidentally caused their demise when his powers went out of control.
That’s the main theory for what happened in “Logan.” But what about the X-Men in the timeline of “Deadpool & Wolverine”? In this universe, it’s not Xavier who’s responsible for their downfall, but the outcome is just as grim.
What Happens to the X-Men in Deadpool & Wolverine?
“Deadpool & Wolverine” is a wild ride that explores different universes, but the Wolverine and X-Men in this story aren’t the same ones from “Logan.” Even so, the X-Men in this new timeline are also dead, but this time, it’s suggested that humans were the cause of their extinction, not Professor X.
Adding to the drama, Wolverine in this universe carries a heavy burden of guilt. During the crucial battle where his fellow mutants were wiped out, he was off drinking in a bar, making him arguably the most ineffective Wolverine across the Multiverse. This twist ensures that the tragic ending of “Logan” remains untouched. However, it also shows that mutants face harsh realities in most versions of existence.
In summary, “Deadpool & Wolverine” respects the solemn conclusion of “Logan” while spinning its own tale of multiversal chaos and mutant struggles,
