Deadpool and Wolverine may be filthy, but Paradox star Matthew Macfadyen says it's ultimately "a really lovely buddy movie"

Jul. 23, 2024

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Deadpool and Wolverinelooks set to be an ultra-violent R-rated entrance into the MCU for the Merc with the Mouth, but according to one of its stars, it’s also a really “big-hearted” film.

Matthew Macfadyen, who playsTVAagent Paradox in the new movie, tells us what audiences can expect from the threequel.

“I mean, apart from anything else, it’s a really lovely buddy movie, you know, it’s a story about friendship,” the Succession actor explains. “It’s great, fun, silly, rude, filthy, and hilarious, and they have visually extraordinary fight sequences. But ultimately, it’s quite a big-hearted film I think with Wolverine and Deadpool’s relationship.”

“I think that anchors it in a really satisfying way,” Macfadyen adds of the long-awaited team-up. As well as the heart of the movie, though, the actor adds that he thinks there’s a lot in there for longtime MCU fans as well – even if he missed a lot of the references.

“For the superfans, there are a squillion Easter eggs and treats for you to pick out and find and noodle over,” he grins. “Most of which went over my head, but I’m sort of getting more and more every time I see it.”

Director Shawn Levyhas been open about the huge creative freedom that Marvel gave himwhen making the movie. Macfadyen explains that this brought a vibrant energy to the set, too.

“The set was lovely,” he explains. “It was great, very relaxed and happy – and that’s due to Shawn’s energy and Ryan’s energy and that care and love for the project. It sort of transmits through everybody and on the set.”

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For more on the new movie, check out whatMacfadyen thinks about his character’s villainous nature. We’ve also got guides to all of theupcoming Marvel movies and showsand a breakdown of how to watch theMarvel movies in order.

I’m the Deputy Entertainment Editor here at GamesRadar+, covering TV and film for the Total Film and SFX sections online. I previously worked as a Senior Showbiz Reporter and SEO TV reporter at Express Online for three years. I’ve also written for The Resident magazines and Amateur Photographer, before specializing in entertainment.

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