A social media post from Ryan Reynolds has reignited speculation that Deadpool could appear in Marvel's Avengers: Doomsday, scheduled for release in December 2026. The image, showing the Avengers logo, appeared without a caption on the actor's official Instagram account.
The post has prompted debate among Marvel fans and industry commentators. While some believe it hints at a surprise cameo, others see it as a playful tease. Marvel Studios has yet to confirm Deadpool's inclusion in the film, which is expected to feature a number of X-Men characters alongside the Avengers.
Reynolds' Cryptic Hint
Reynolds' post, which appeared on his official Instagram account, offered no explanation or follow-up. As reported by Zoom TV, the image's lack of context quickly led to speculation that Deadpool might feature in Avengers: Doomsday.
In earlier interviews, however, Reynolds has said that incorporating Deadpool into the Avengers or X-Men could fundamentally change the character's trajectory. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, he remarked that such a move 'would be the end' of Deadpool's narrative as it currently stands.
What is Confirmed So Far
Marvel Studios has announced that Avengers: Doomsday will feature several characters from the X-Men franchise, including Professor X, Beast and Magneto. Robert Downey Jr., who portrayed Iron Man in previous films, is set to return in a new role as Doctor Doom, according to Business Insider.
Deadpool's name, however, has not appeared on any official cast lists. GamesRadar reported that Reynolds is developing a separate ensemble project involving Deadpool and several X-Men characters, but this is an independent concept that has not yet been formally pitched to Marvel Studios.
Why Speculation is Growing
Much of the current interest is fuelled by Marvel's history of surprise cameos and tightly guarded casting announcements. Previous instalments in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) have featured unannounced appearances by major characters, encouraging fans to interpret even the smallest clue as a possible confirmation.
The post's ambiguity has been enough to generate online discussions across social media platforms. Discussions on Reddit have debated whether the timing of Reynolds' post might align with upcoming MCU announcements, while others argue it may be unrelated to Avengers: Doomsday.
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Official Silence
Neither Marvel Studios nor Reynolds has issued a definitive statement linking Deadpool to the upcoming film. Reynolds has alternated between playful denials and guarded comments about the character's future, adding to the uncertainty.
Given that Avengers: Doomsday will reportedly feature a mix of Avengers and X-Men characters, the potential for a Deadpool cameo cannot be entirely ruled out, even if not confirmed in advance. Reynolds has previously used deliberate misdirection when discussing future projects, which makes interpreting the post more difficult.
The Current Status
At present, there is no verifiable evidence that Deadpool will appear in Avengers: Doomsday. The social media post may be a light-hearted nod to the broader Marvel universe, or it could form part of a coordinated marketing strategy to build anticipation ahead of the film's release.
Until Marvel or Reynolds makes an official announcement, the possibility remains speculative. Fans will likely have to wait for a trailer or formal confirmation to know whether the Merc with a Mouth will join the Avengers on screen.
