Ryan Reynolds confirmed a new Deadpool film is in development, despite previously stating he couldn’t see the character as the main focus again; Speaking at the Fanatics Fest 2026, Reynolds said, ‘It will come, I think—eventually,at least in some form, there will be another Deadpool movie. It will be great.’ The announcement follows the massive success of Deadpool & Wolverine, which earned over $1 billion worldwide.

Deadpool’s Future in the MCU

Reynolds has hinted that the next film won’t necessarily center on Deadpool alone. He expressed interest in drawing inspiration from comics by Fabian Nicieza and Gerry Duggan, noting there are ‘some real deep cuts’ yet to be explored on screen. Marvel has not officially confirmed the project’s details, including a director or screenwriter, according to Caschys Blog.

During a recent panel at San Diego Comic-Con, Reynolds humorously approached the Avengers: Doomsday panel dressed as Deadpool, joking with cast members including Robert Downey Jr. and Kevin Feige. Though no official role has been confirmed, rumors persist that Deadpool may appear in the film.

Family Life and Parenting

In a separate interview on The Today Show, Reynolds joked about the challenges of being a stay-at-home dad to his three daughters,James, 7, Inez, 5, and Betty, 2,with actress Blake Lively. ‘It’s been hell, I’m going right back. I’m taking the first movie I can find,’ he said, adding, ‘I’m no less busy, I’m just home more.’

Reynolds described the unpredictability of daily routines with young children, saying he lies awake at night worrying about what the day will bring. ‘Morning routine is just so unpredictable, there’s anxiety,’ he said. He also admitted to feeling the pressure of not missing out on their childhoods. ‘You don’t really get that time back,’ he added.

Business and Personal Life

While Reynolds focuses on family. His business ventures continue to evolve; a distillery he supported has recently closed, as the share of Americans drinking alcohol hits a new low, according to NBC News. Meanwhile, his ownership of the English soccer team Wrexham AFC remains a frequent topic of discussion, even in Hollywood circles.

Reynolds has also taken a break from acting to spend more time with his family, a decision he described as ‘trying to create a little bit more space for my family and time with them.’