Deadpool

Deadpool

The Merc with a Mouth - a wise-cracking, fourth-wall-breaking anti-hero with regenerative healing powers and a twisted sense of humor.

IP Overview & Key Facts

IP Key Facts

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Full Name
Deadpool (Wade Winston Wilson)
Also Known As
The Merc with a Mouth, Regenerating Degenerate, Wade Wilson
Format
Comic Book Character/Anti-Hero
Release Year
1991
Current Status
Active
Country of Origin
United States
Region
United States
Creator
Rob Liefeld, Fabian Nicieza
Publisher
Marvel Comics
Original Work
Comic Books
Genre
Superhero, Comedy, Action, Satire

Story, World & Core Themes

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Story
High-level synopsis and narrative focus.
A former Special Forces operative turned mercenary who gains accelerated healing powers through the Weapon X program, becoming an unpredictable anti-hero.
World
Setting, cultures, and distinctive elements.
Marvel Universe, primarily New York and various global locations
Themes
Core ideas and recurring motifs.
Redemption, love, friendship, breaking conventions, dark humor

Cultural Impact Timeline

High-level milestones showing Deadpool's global influence.
1991
First appearance in New Mutants #98
1993
First solo limited series
1997
First ongoing solo series begins
2009
X-Men Origins: Wolverine film appearance (poorly received)
2016
Deadpool film becomes massive success
2018
Deadpool 2 continues film success
2019
Disney acquires Fox, Deadpool joins MCU
Sales
Millions of comic book sales
Awards
Teen Choice Awards, People's Choice Awards

Key Characters

Meet representative characters from Deadpool.
Deadpool/Wade Wilson
Vanessa Carlysle
I played a lot of roles, but 'damsel in distress' ain't one of them.
Wade Wilson's girlfriend and the love of his life, a former escort with a heart of gold who matches his unique brand of crazy.View Profile
Colossus
I have given Deadpool every chance to join us, but he never listens.
A Russian mutant with the ability to transform his body into organic steel, who serves as the moral compass trying to guide Deadpool toward heroism.View Profile
Negasonic Teenage Warhead
It's the moody teen in me.
A moody teenage mutant with explosive atomic powers and a sarcastic attitude that rivals Deadpool's own snark.View Profile

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Deadpool?
Deadpool is the alter ego of Wade Wilson, a disfigured Canadian mercenary with superhuman regenerative healing abilities. Known as the 'Merc with a Mouth', he is famous for his non-stop talking, twisted sense of humor, and tendency to break the fourth wall by addressing the audience directly.
What are Deadpool's superpowers?
His primary power is an accelerated healing factor that allows him to regenerate from virtually any injury, including beheading. He also possesses superhuman strength, agility, and reflexes, along with immunity to diseases and telepathy. He is an expert marksman, swordsman, and martial artist.
Is Deadpool a hero or a villain?
Deadpool is best described as an anti-hero. While he often fights bad guys and saves the world, his methods are violent, his morality is flexible, and he is motivated by money or personal reasons as often as altruism. He operates in a gray area between heroism and villainy.
Why does Deadpool break the fourth wall?
Deadpool possesses 'comic awareness', meaning he knows he is a fictional character in a comic book (or movie). This allows him to talk to the audience, reference pop culture, and comment on the medium itself, which is a unique trait that defines his storytelling style.
Who is Deadpool's main love interest?
Vanessa Carlysle (Copycat) is Deadpool's most significant love interest. Their relationship is a core emotional anchor in the films. In the comics, he has also had relationships with Shiklah (whom he married) and a complex flirtation with Death herself.
What is the relationship between Deadpool and Wolverine?
Deadpool and Wolverine have a complicated dynamic ranging from enemies to reluctant allies. They share a connection through the Weapon X program and their healing factors. Their relationship is often characterized by Deadpool's annoyance of the serious Wolverine, culminating in their team-up in the 2024 film 'Deadpool & Wolverine'.
Is Deadpool a mutant?
Technically, Deadpool is a 'mutate', not a mutant. He was born a regular human and his powers were artificially induced through the Weapon X program's experiments, rather than being born with an X-gene. However, he is closely affiliated with the X-Men universe.
What is the best starting point for reading Deadpool comics?
Good starting points include 'Deadpool Classic Vol. 1' (collecting his early appearances), the 'Cable & Deadpool' series for his best team-up dynamics, or the 2012 'Deadpool' run by Gerry Duggan and Brian Posehn for a modern, humorous take.
Are the Deadpool movies connected to the MCU?
The first two Deadpool movies were produced by Fox and loosely connected to the X-Men films. However, with 'Deadpool & Wolverine' (2024), the character has officially been integrated into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) via the multiverse concept.
Why does Deadpool wear a red suit?
As he famously jokes in the movie, he wears a red suit so bad guys can't see him bleed. Practically, it also conceals the extensive scarring on his body caused by his cancer and the experimental treatment that gave him his powers.

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