When is Deadpool and Wolverine coming to Disney Plus? Streaming release date speculation, is it worth watching, and more
Deadpool and Wolverine is in theaters now (internationally; in the US, it opens July 26) – and while you should see it on the biggest screen possible to fully appreciate it, we suspect you’re already wondering when it’s coming to Disney Plus.
So, when will the latest Marvel movie land on Disney’s primary streaming platform? The short answer is: we don’t know. That doesn’t stop us from speculating about when it might hit one of the world’s best streaming services, though, and armed with evidence of when other Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) films made the jump to Disney Plus, we can guess when that might happen. So, here’s when to expect Deadpool3 so you can watch it at home.
Does Deadpool and Wolverine Have a Release Date on Disney Plus?
As mentioned, not yet. The Marvel Phase 5 film didn’t hit theaters in the US until July 26 – in some international territories, including the UK, it launched a day earlier – so it’ll be a while before you see it Deadpool and Wolverine on your own TV. Oh, and if it proves to be as successful as industry insiders claim (it’s expected to gross more than $1 billion at the global box office), its likely money-making theatrical run could be a long one.
Either way, we can hazard a guess at the streaming release date based on the debuts of other recent MCU films on the service. Check out the list below to see when every recent Marvel film, starting with 2021’s Black Widowlaunched on Disney Plus:
After a highly inconsistent release schedule that ranged from 47 to 82 days, Marvel has since committed to a more regular launch pattern. Black Panther 2Nowadays, MCU films typically release on the streamer about 13 weeks (roughly 90 days) after they hit the big screen.
When do we expect to use this data? Deadpool and Wolverine to carve its way onto Disney Plus? An early October launch would be the most likely option, based on the nearly 90-day gap between recent movies’ big screen releases and their Disney Plus debuts.
However, we don’t think the X-Men-related film will bring The Merc With a Mouth and his adamantium-clawed mutant friend to Disney Plus until early November. That’ll be largely thanks to Agatha Always Alreadythe next MCU Disney Plus series, with a two-episode premiere on Wednesday, September 18.
With seven more episodes per week thereafter, WandaVision spin-off doesn’t end until November 6. Marvel and Disney don’t want viewers’ attention to be divided between that series and Deadpool and WolverineSo don’t be surprised if the only Marvel movie of 2024 doesn’t hit the platform until a week later, on November 13.
Is Deadpool and Wolverine Worth Watching on Disney Plus?
We certainly think so. Read our spoiler-light Deadpool and Wolverine review later today for more on what we thought of it. Until that review is live, we’ll consider it one of the best Marvel movies to come out since its release.Avengers: EndgameOnce you read our review, we recommend that you go for a screening as soon as possible.
Should I watch any other MCU or X-Men movies before watching Deadpool and Wolverine?
Not you need but we recommend you watch the first two Death Pole movies – 2016 Death Pole and 2018’s Deadpool2 – to get an idea of how utterly hilarious, bloody, and chaotic the character’s threequel is. You should check out the 2017 film Loganone of 20th Century Fox’s last X-Men films (read our guide on how to watch the film) X-Men movies in order if you need more details), also if you want additional context regarding Deadpool and Wolverine‘s plot.
Luckily, that trio, plus every other X-Men film, is available on Disney Plus, no matter where you are in the world. If you’re not already signed up for the service, it’s worth reading our Disney Plus pricing article to see how much a monthly and/or annual subscription will cost in your region.
How long are Deadpool and Wolverine?
Deadpool and Wolverine clocks in at two hours and eight minutes – or 128 minutes – including the end credits and post-credits scene (more on that later). So, if you were worried you’d have to watch it again, Avengers: Endgame-like a runtime where you have to go to the toilet several times, you can breathe a sigh of relief.
Is there a post-credits scene in Deadpool and Wolverine? And how does it affect the MCU?
Yes, there is a post-credits scene. If we were to explain that in detail and/or reveal how the film will impact the MCU going forward, it would ruin the movie experience for you. So, bookmark this page, go check it out, and then come back for our Deadpool and Wolverine the final explainer article (once it’s live) for answers to your biggest spoiler questions.
