The first night of San Diego Comic-Con took an unexpected turn as attendees were treated to a surprise screening of Deadpool & Wolverine. The stars of the film, Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, Emma Corrin, and the movie’s director/writer/producer Shawn Levy, graced the stage alongside Marvel Studios’ Kevin Feige for a brief yet comical chat with the fans in Hall H. The atmosphere was electric as fans eagerly awaited the screening, clutching their Wolverine popcorn buckets which hinted at an exciting night ahead.
Deadpool & Wolverine, the first R-rated movie in Disney’s Marvel Cinematic Universe, is poised to set a new precedent with an expected record-breaking preview night box office between $35M-$40M+. This staggering figure is set to surpass the previous record held by Deadpool 2, which raked in $18.6M on its preview night. While initial projections pegged the film to open between $160M-$170M, industry experts are now speculating that a $200M 3-day weekend haul is not out of the realm of possibility.
The buzz surrounding Deadpool & Wolverine is palpable, with many anticipating a new R-rated record for the film. The director Shawn Levy and the star-studded cast have garnered high praise for their performances, with special mentions to the various cameos in the movie including Jennifer Garner, Channing Tatum, Wesley Snipes, Chris Evans, and Dafne Keen. The standing ovation at the end of the screening was a testament to the audience’s enthusiasm and appreciation for the film’s thrilling storyline and engaging characters.
As the lights came up in Hall H, the audience was left in awe, eagerly anticipating a drone show in the San Diego skies as teased by Kevin Feige. The festive atmosphere and the unexpected twist of Deadpool & Wolverine’s premiere have sparked discussions about why Marvel Studios doesn’t unveil more movies during Comic-Con weekend. It is evident that a new tradition of surprise screenings and exclusive previews has been established in the heart of California, captivating audiences and setting the stage for future blockbuster releases in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
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