When does Deadpool and Wolverine take place on the Marvel timeline?

Jul. 25, 2024



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Deadpool and Wolverineis out in cinemas now, and we finally know exactly when it takes place on theMarvel timeline. The threequel for the Deadpool franchise sees Ryan Reynolds' foul-mouthed hero enter the MCU thanks to some multiversal shenanigans. He’s not alone, either, as theTVAare also back after first being introduced in Loki, as well as a certain clawed mutant named Wolverine.

Now, the fact that Deadpool 3 is part of Marvel’sMultiverse Sagashould alert you to the fact that we’re in for a bit of a complex breakdown below. But fear not, we’ve shouldered the headache so you (hopefully) don’t have to. We’ve got all of the details you need to navigate the not-so-simple MCU timeline. So if you’re trying to make sense of everything from anchor beings to sacred timelines, you’re in the right place.

Naturally, we will be getting intosome spoilers belowthough, so make sure you’ve seen the movie (or at least don’t mind spoilers) before scrolling on…

When does Deadpool and Wolverine take place on the Marvel timeline?

When does Deadpool and Wolverine take place on the Marvel timeline?

At this point, the Merc with a Mouth is living a pretty quiet life as a used car salesman, having put his superhero days behind him. However, he’s soon pulled right back in when the TVA pluck him out of his timeline and tell him that he has only 72 hours to save his universe before it’s wiped out of existence.

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For more, check out our guides to all theupcoming Marvel movies and showsas well as our 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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