How to Watch Deadpool and Wolverine in Order

How to Watch Deadpool and Wolverine in Order

To watch the Deadpool and Wolverine movies in a way that makes sense chronologically and contextually within the X-Men universe, you should follow a specific order that aligns with the timelines and character development of both characters. Here’s a detailed guide to help you navigate through these films:

“X-Men Origins: Wolverine” (2009)

Overview: This film serves as a prequel to the original X-Men trilogy and focuses on the backstory of Wolverine, aka Logan. It explores his early years, his involvement with the Weapon X program, and his tumultuous relationship with his half-brother, Victor Creed (Sabretooth).

Why Watch First: As the film provides foundational background on Wolverine, it sets the stage for understanding his character in later films. Watching this first gives you insight into Wolverine’s origins, including his adamantium claws and his complex past.

“X-Men” (2000)

Overview: This is the film that started the modern X-Men franchise. It introduces the core characters of the X-Men team, including Professor X, Cyclops, Jean Grey, and Wolverine.

Why Watch Second: After learning about Wolverine’s past, this film introduces him into the larger X-Men universe. It helps you see how Wolverine fits into the broader story of mutants and their struggle for acceptance.

“X2: X-Men United” (2003)

Overview: The sequel continues the story from the first X-Men film, with the team facing new threats and exploring deeper character dynamics, including Wolverine’s search for his origins.

Why Watch Third: It builds on the relationships and storylines established in the first film and delves deeper into Wolverine’s character development, particularly his struggle with his past and his place within the X-Men team.

“X-Men: The Last Stand” (2006)

Overview: This film concludes the original X-Men trilogy. It deals with a cure for mutation and has significant consequences for the X-Men team.

Why Watch Fourth: Understanding the end of the original trilogy gives context to Wolverine’s evolving role and the broader consequences of the mutants’ existence.

“Deadpool” (2016)

Overview: This film introduces Wade Wilson, a former special forces operative who becomes Deadpool after undergoing an experimental treatment that gives him accelerated healing powers. It’s a standalone film with its own unique, irreverent style.

Why Watch Fifth: While Deadpool is set in the same universe, it is tonally different from the X-Men films. Watching it now provides a refreshing change of pace and introduces Deadpool’s irreverent humor and meta-commentary on superhero films.

“Deadpool 2” (2018)

Overview: The sequel continues Deadpool’s adventures and introduces Cable, a time-traveling mutant with a dark agenda. The film features more of Deadpool’s trademark humor and a cameo from Wolverine.

Why Watch Sixth: This film expands on the Deadpool universe and brings in new characters, while also paying homage to and poking fun at the X-Men franchise, including some references to Wolverine.

“Logan” (2017) – How to Watch

Overview: Set in a dystopian future, “Logan” portrays an older, weary Wolverine who is caring for an ailing Professor X and trying to protect a young mutant named Laura (X-23), who has similar abilities to his own.

Why Watch Last: This film represents a poignant and fitting conclusion to Wolverine’s story arc, offering a mature and reflective end to the character’s journey. It’s a powerful standalone film that serves as a farewell to Hugh Jackman’s portrayal of Wolverine.