Hugh Jackman used Marvel’s D23 presentation to pitch a Deadpool and Wolverine Doomsday cameo — himself, and possibly Ryan Reynolds, who could be heard off-screen.
The X-Men movie cast announcement was the main event of Marvel’s portion of the Disney Entertainment Showcase on Friday night, but the segment opened with a video message from Jackman, with Reynolds heard off-screen. “They have 20-some people, why do they need us?” Jackman joked, before adding: “I’d love to join, and I might be able to convince Ryan to appear.” The exchange was reported by The Direct and ABC News.
The clip ended without confirmation either way — Marvel has not said whether the pair will appear in the December 18 film. The studio’s official Doomsday synopsis teases a story across three universes, which leaves plenty of room for cameos, but Feige has kept the full roster close.
Why the Deadpool and Wolverine Doomsday pitch matters
Jackman and Reynolds last shared the screen in 2024’s Deadpool & Wolverine, which brought Hugh Jackman’s Logan back after 2017’s Logan and made Deadpool an official MCU fixture. Jackman has repeatedly said he is done playing Wolverine “for real” — the pitch at D23 sounds like him keeping the door open just enough for the multiverse to walk through. A Deadpool and Wolverine Doomsday appearance would also give Marvel’s December release the same box-office chemistry the pair delivered two years ago.
When does Avengers: Doomsday open?
December 18, 2026, per Marvel. UAE showtimes and ticket details are not confirmed yet — local chains usually surface those closer to release.
Did Hugh Jackman join Avengers: Doomsday?
No confirmation. Jackman pitched himself and Ryan Reynolds during Marvel’s D23 presentation, but Marvel has not announced either actor for the film.
What did Jackman say about Doomsday at D23?
In a video message, he joked ‘they have 20-some people, why do they need us?’ before saying he would love to join and might convince Ryan Reynolds to appear.
When does Avengers: Doomsday open?
December 18, 2026, per Marvel. UAE showtimes and ticket details are not confirmed yet.
