Shawn Levy Reveals More Information about the ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Easter Eggs

As a die-hard fan who has followed the careers of Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, and Shawn Levy for years, I must say that the recent revelations about the Easter Eggs in Deadpool & Wolverine have been nothing short of thrilling! It’s fascinating to learn about the intricate details that went into crafting such a masterpiece, especially the homages to Fox films that might have gone unnoticed by many.


As a die-hard gamer, let me tell you, the Deadpool & Wolverine flick was an absolute blast! It smashed past the $1 billion mark and is now neck-and-neck with Inside Out 2 as the year’s top earner in the box office. The fans loved it, and that’s what truly counts for the franchise’s future, even if some critics didn’t give it a standing ovation.

Concerning the movie, it’s understood that there were numerous Easter Eggs and appearances by famous characters, as Marvel had a vast pool of heroes and initiatives to draw from. Many of these elements made it into the final version. Nonetheless, some Easter Eggs didn’t make the cut for the final lineup.

During a recent podcast discussion, actors Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, alongside director Shawn Levy, shared additional details about the movie, with a focus on Easter Eggs. Notably, Levy mentioned several Fox cameos that were initially planned or even incorporated, some of which may have eluded fans solely concentrating on Marvel appearances.

Creating a movie that’s as intricate and packed with references as this one isn’t simple. Balancing the mix just right and seamlessly weaving all the intended concepts into the film without it appearing too unusual can be quite challenging. While Deadpool & Wolverine generally did well in this aspect, there were moments of confusion.

Specifically, if you’ve taken a look at the desolate expanse known as the Void, you might have spotted a collection of Easter Eggs referencing Marvel and 20th Century Fox movies. Following Disney’s purchase of Fox, the company obtained rights to numerous projects, including many that weren’t part of the Marvel universe. This is a tribute that the creators of Deadpool & Wolverine wanted to pay.

In our view, we spotted a wrecked helicarrier similar to the one in the Avengers movie, as well as Peter Quill’s spacecraft, the Milano, from Guardians of the Galaxy. However, there was an unusual colonial vessel in the backdrop of one scene that left many viewers guessing. Some speculated it might be the ship from the film Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World, and here is what director Shawn Levy had to say when questioned about this mysterious ship:

It appears that my initial response was correct, and the Titanic was indeed an option at one point, but it changed several times. What’s interesting to note is that the script contains some references related to Fox (Fox-centric Easter eggs), such as Nakatomi Tower from Die Hard and the CN Tower, which seems unusual. Thus, it seems fitting to say that Canada has a significant presence in the movie!

Source: Entertainment Weekly

Back in 2003, I was captivated by a film masterfully directed and co-written by the legendary Peter Weir, a movie that went by the name of “Masterpiece.” Starring Russel Crowe, it became a blockbuster hit for Fox, with many hailing it as one of Weir’s and Crowe’s finest collaborations. However, as fascinating as it was, Levy initially claimed it depicted the same ship, according to an article I recently stumbled upon. But later on, he corrected his statement after consulting with the VFX department, admitting that it was not the actual ship from the movie but rather a generic vessel from their library, which they customized by altering its color and designing new sails. Essentially, it was a pure product of DP&W’s imagination.

Hey there! I’m absolutely thrilled about this film we’re all watching – it continues to surprise me with hidden gems and new insights. So, stay tuned as we delve deeper into its mysteries together!

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2024-11-08 18:44