Deadpool & Wolverine has certainly been a rollercoaster of meta-humor, Marvel references, and surprising cameos. Here’s a rundown of the notable Easter eggs and references that make this film a treasure trove for fans:

Wolverine Variants

  1. Wolverine Variants:
    • Short Wolverine: A nod to Wolverine’s canonical height, which contrasts with Hugh Jackman’s stature.
    • Weapon Omega: Referencing X-Men: Alpha #1.
    • Patch: Another Wolverine alias.
    • Old Man Logan: A callback to the older, grizzled version of Wolverine.
    • Crucified Wolverine: A reference to Uncanny X-Men #251.
    • Hulk vs. Wolverine: Hinting at the character’s introduction in The Incredible Hulk comics.
    • Henry Cavill as The Cavillrine: A meta-jab at Cavill’s previous role as Superman.

Deadpool Variants

  1. Lady Deadpool: Played by Blake Lively, fueling speculation about her identity. The end credits confirm her role, though her face remains hidden.
  2. Dogpool: Voiced by Peggy, a character from Deadpool Corps #3.
  3. Headpool: Voiced by Nathan Fillion.
  4. Cowboy Deadpool: Voiced by Matthew McConaughey.
  5. Peterpool: Voiced by Rob Delaney.

Ryan Reynolds’ Family Cameos

  1. Betty: Credited as “Hugh Jackman Wrangler.”
  2. James: As “Screaming Mutant.”
  3. Inez: As Kidpool.
  4. Olin: As Babypool.
  5. Ryan Reynolds: Credited as Gordon Reynolds, a nod to his GQ interview.

Kevin Feige References

  1. Name-Drop: Deadpool mentions Kevin Feige directly.
  2. Pizza Box: “Feige’s Famous Pizza” as a subtle nod to the Marvel Studios president.

Pop Culture and MCU References

  1. Stan Lee: Appears on a bus and in the end credits.
  2. Liefeld’s Just Feet: A gag about Rob Liefeld’s infamous drawing style.
  3. Blade’s Line: “Some motherf***ers are always trying to ice skate uphill” from the original Blade movie.
  4. Avengers References: Includes a mention of shawarma and a nod to the Avengers’ post-credits scene.

Chris Evans as Human Torch

  1. Cameo: Evans plays Johnny Storm, poking fun at his previous role and contrasting with his Captain America persona.
  2. Post-Credits Scene: A humorous twist reveals Johnny Storm’s foul-mouthed remarks, contradicting his cleaner Captain America image.

Tribute to 20th Century Fox

  1. Fox Tribute: The credits feature a heartfelt tribute to Fox’s X-Men era, showcasing behind-the-scenes footage and interviews.

Deadpool & Wolverine manages to blend humor, meta-commentary, and fan service in a way that keeps the superhero genre fresh and exciting. The film not only celebrates its own legacy but also pays homage to the broader Marvel and X-Men universes.

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