What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedDeadpool 2
David Leitch · Film · 2018
If you loved Deadpool 2, start with Deadpool (Tim Miller, 2016) — a film from the same story. Below: 4 books, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Deadpool 2 across media.
If you loved Deadpool 2, you crave the reckless blend of subversive humor and deeply dysfunctional characters finding purpose in chaos.
Start with the source
The source
Deadpool
Tim Miller · Film · 2016
Adaptation
Deadpool: No Good Deed
David Leitch · Film · 2017
Adaptation
Once Upon a Deadpool
David Leitch · Film · 2018
Books on the same thread
Dog Man: Fetch-22: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #8)
Dav Pilkey · Book · 2019
Explores: Good vs. Evil, Friendship, Justice.
Fans of Deadpool 2 will appreciate how this graphic novel mirrors the mercenary’s chaotic energy while focusing on the surprisingly heartfelt theme of redemption within a found family.
Invincible Compendium Two
Robert Kirkman · Book
Explores: coming-of-age, intergalactic conflict, moral complexity.
Just as Deadpool 2 deconstructs the superhero archetype with sharp wit, this series offers a brutal, complex look at heroics that will satisfy your appetite for high-stakes, violent conflict.
The Bad Guys
Aaron Blabey · Book
Shares a thread with Deadpool 2: Redemption.
Like Deadpool 2, this story delights in subverting tropes by placing anti-heroes in the lead, proving that even the most unlikely characters can find a path toward redemption.
Dog Man and Cat Kid: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #4)
Dav Pilkey · Book · 2018
Shares a thread with Deadpool 2: Redemption.
Readers who enjoyed the irreverent humor of Deadpool 2 will find a similar spirit here, where chaotic action meets the heartwarming pursuit of building a chosen family.
Series on the same thread
Peacemaker
James Gunn · Series · 2022
Explores: Anti-hero redemption, Dysfunctional team, Government conspiracy.
If you loved the satirical edge of Deadpool 2, this series delivers an equally ruthless look at morality through a dysfunctional team of anti-heroes caught in government conspiracies.
The Boys
Eric Kripke · Series · 2019
Shares a thread with Deadpool 2: Anti-Hero.
The Boys captures the same cynical, anti-establishment spirit seen in Deadpool 2, trading spandex heroics for the gritty reality of vigilantes fighting back against corrupt and powerful entities.
Marvel's Daredevil
Drew Goddard · Series · 2015
Shares a thread with Deadpool 2: Redemption.
While darker in tone, this show shares the grounded, street-level intensity and moral ambiguity that made the personal battles of Deadpool 2 feel so urgent and compelling.
Wednesday
Miles Millar · Series · 2022
Explores: Outsider Perspective, Coming-of-Age, Murder Investigation.
Wednesday channels the same biting, sarcastic wit that defined Deadpool 2, placing a cynical outsider at the center of a mystery that challenges her perspective on friendship.
Podcasts on the same thread
The Adventure Zone
The McElroys · Podcast · 2026
Explores: improvised storytelling, group dynamics, high fantasy satire.
The improvisational energy and constant meta-commentary in this podcast mirror the comedic rhythm of Deadpool 2, focusing on the hilarious group dynamics of a highly unconventional team.
Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend
Team Coco & Earwolf · Podcast · 2026
Explores: parasocial relationships, professional intimacy, self-deprecating humor.
Conan O’Brien’s self-deprecating humor and willingness to puncture his own public image provide the same level of raw, meta-aware entertainment that made Deadpool 2 so distinct and memorable.
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Common questions
Should I watch the 2016 Deadpool movie before Deadpool 2?
Yes, watching the 2016 Deadpool movie first provides essential context for the character and his origin story. Following that film, you can move on to Deadpool 2 to see the mercenary continue his journey while battling Cable to save a boy's life.
Is Once Upon a Deadpool different from Deadpool 2?
Once Upon a Deadpool is an adaptation released in 2018 that serves as a re-edited version of Deadpool 2. It offers a distinct viewing experience compared to the original 2018 theatrical release directed by David Leitch, while retaining the core narrative of the mercenary's mission.
What is the chronological order for the Deadpool movies including Deadpool 2?
The viewing order begins with the 2016 Deadpool movie, followed by the 2017 short film Deadpool: No Good Deed. You should then watch Deadpool 2, which features the mercenary facing off against Cable, before concluding with the 2018 adaptation titled Once Upon a Deadpool.
Does Deadpool: No Good Deed relate to the events in Deadpool 2?
Deadpool: No Good Deed is a 2017 short film that features the character before the events of Deadpool 2. While it does not directly impact the plot regarding Cable or the boy the mercenary saves, it serves as a brief supplemental entry within the Deadpool film series.