Where to start
Deadpool
5 versions · originally a film, 2016
The Deadpool franchise delivers irreverent, meta-textual superhero action defined by a foul-mouthed mercenary who constantly breaks the fourth wall.
✦ Most fans start here
Deadpool (2016)
The original movie
✦ Start hereDeadpool
Tim Miller · Film · 2016
Deadpool (2016) establishes the definitive origin story for the character, blending gritty mercenary action with a signature comedic tone that sets the standard for the entire cinematic series.
2017 film
Deadpool: No Good Deed
David Leitch · Film · 2017
Deadpool: No Good Deed (2017) acts as a brief, experimental short film that offers a distilled dose of the character's humor, perfect for viewers seeking a quick, self-contained comedic vignette.
2018 film
Deadpool 2
David Leitch · Film · 2018
Deadpool 2 (2018) expands the franchise's scope by introducing high-stakes conflict and new team dynamics, serving as the essential next chapter for those invested in Wade Wilson's evolving narrative arc.
2018 film
Once Upon a Deadpool
David Leitch · Film · 2018
Once Upon a Deadpool (2018) provides a unique, PG-13 re-imagining of the second film, utilizing a clever framing device that highlights the character's ability to satire his own cinematic presentation.
2024 film
Deadpool & Wolverine
Shawn Levy · Film · 2024
Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) represents the peak of the cinematic series, offering a massive, high-concept crossover that revitalizes the character's civilian life through an existential threat and a legendary team-up.
Common questions
What order should I watch the Deadpool movies in?
You should watch the movies in their order of release to follow the character's progression. Start with Deadpool (2016), followed by the short film Deadpool: No Good Deed (2017), then Deadpool 2 (2018), Once Upon a Deadpool (2018), and finally Deadpool & Wolverine (2024).
Is Once Upon a Deadpool a separate sequel to Deadpool 2?
Once Upon a Deadpool is not a new sequel, but rather a re-edited version of Deadpool 2. It was released in 2018 as an alternative cut of the second film in the series.
How does Deadpool: No Good Deed fit into the series?
Deadpool: No Good Deed is a short film released in 2017 that serves as a bridge between the original Deadpool (2016) and the release of Deadpool 2 (2018). It features the character in a standalone scenario that maintains the tone of the feature films.
Is Deadpool & Wolverine the latest installment in the Deadpool franchise?
Yes, Deadpool & Wolverine, released in 2024, is the most recent entry in the series. It follows the events of the previous films, including Deadpool (2016), Deadpool 2 (2018), and the re-edited version titled Once Upon a Deadpool (2018).