Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds now carry writing credits on Avengers: Doomsday, which is the strongest signal yet that Deadpool and Wolverine appear in the film. IGN reports that the Writers Guild of America (WGA) updated its online directory with the film’s final credits, dated 21 October 2026. Stephen McFeely and Michael Waldron hold the main screenplay credit, while the “Additional Literary Material” line names Eric Pearson, Chris McKenna, Erik Sommers, Jeff Loveness, Andrew Lanham, Destin Daniel Cretton, Reynolds and Jackman.
That last category covers writers who did work on the script without earning a full credit, typically punch-ups or a pass on specific scenes. IndieWire notes Reynolds was a writer on 2024’s Deadpool & Wolverine, but this is Jackman’s first official writing credit in the WGA directory. Reynolds’ involvement fits his track record with the character. Jackman’s name suggests he helped shape his own scenes, which makes sense after 26 years of playing Wolverine.
Marvel hasn’t announced either character for the film, but the two actors have kept the question alive. IGN says both teased a return in tongue-in-cheek promos at San Diego Comic-Con and D23 this summer, and we covered the Comic-Con Deadpool promo when it landed. Comic Book Club reads the credits as the third beat of that running joke: in both promos the pair were told the film was already shot, and the credits suggest they were in it all along. The outlet also repeats a persistent rumour, unconfirmed by Marvel, about how the characters feature in the film’s opening.
The credits list holds other clues. IGN points out that Cretton, who directed Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings and Spider-Man: Brand New Day, is also credited. Since Shang-Chi is confirmed for the ensemble, IGN reasons his contribution most likely covers that character, and says Spider-Man’s presence remains unclear. For more on the character, see Shang-Chi’s future in the MCU.
IGN adds that Marvel confirmed earlier this week that Scarlet Witch returns in Doomsday. She was seen at the end of VisionQuest being abducted by Doctor Doom, and IGN suggests she could be an antagonist again, this time under another character’s control. Marvel has been drip-feeding surprises as release approaches, a pattern we saw when David Harbour appeared to spoil a Tony Stark twist.
Avengers: Doomsday is due in cinemas on 18 December 2026. We haven’t seen a UAE-specific release date.
Does a WGA credit prove Deadpool and Wolverine are in Avengers: Doomsday?
No. The credit shows Reynolds and Jackman contributed writing, and Marvel hasn’t confirmed their roles. Given Reynolds’ history writing Deadpool, it’s the most likely reason for the credits.
What is “Additional Literary Material”?
It’s a WGA category for writers who did covered writing work on a film but don’t receive a full writing credit. It’s listed in the guild’s directory, not on screen.
When can UAE audiences see Avengers: Doomsday?
The film opens in cinemas on 18 December 2026. We haven’t found a separate UAE date, so check local cinema listings closer to release.
