Has ‘Deadpool’ Ever Fought Doctor Doom? What is Ryan Reynolds Hinting with His ‘Avengers’ Poster?

Ryan Reynolds, the man who can sling a joke faster than Deadpool can unsheathe a katana, has danced across genres like Thor swings Mjolnir. From melting hearts in The Proposal to breaking the fourth wall in Deadpool, his range rivals Tony Stark’s tech collection. Reynolds has stormed action blockbusters, toyed with romance, and conquered business arenas with Maximum Effort and Wrexham AFC. Now, the Merc with a Mouth aims higher with an upcoming Avengers movie.

Ryan Reynolds’ latest poster dropped like a mic, sending fans spiraling, has Deadpool ever clashed with Doctor Doom? Comic history whispers, theories explode, and Reynolds fuels the fire with his perfectly chaotic tease.

Why Ryan Reynolds’ latest tease has Marvel theorists in overdrive

Deadpool and Doctor Doom have crossed paths in Marvel comics more than once, from the retro Deadpool’s Secret Wars clash to tense moments in Latveria with Captain America, to the wild chaos of Deadpool vs. Thanos and the high-stakes events of Doomwar. Their encounters range from alternate-reality duels to cosmic chaos, proving Doom is no stranger to Wade Wilson’s world. Now, Ryan Reynolds has ignited speculation by posting a red Avengers symbol, different from the blue seen in Deadpool & Wolverine. With Avengers: Doomsday filming, fans suspect this is his sly nod toward a long-awaited cinematic showdown.

The altered emblem, shared without a caption, leaves room for wild theories, much like Reynolds enjoys sparking. Comic fans recall past Deadpool-Doom encounters as potential inspiration for the MCU. The Russo brothers’ involvement in Avengers: Doomsday only heightens anticipation, hinting that Marvel may finally bring this unpredictable hero and iconic villain face-to-face in a spectacle worthy of their chaotic legacies. With excitement building over the possibility of Deadpool and Doctor Doom clash,  James Marsden offered his own insight, describing what the filming experience has been like for him.

James Marsden returns to a role that first defined his career, stepping back into familiar territory as part of the star-studded ensemble for Avengers: Doomsday, offering fans a nostalgic yet fresh chapter in the Marvel saga.

James Marsden on returning to a defining role in Avengers: Doomsday

Speaking to Vanity Fair, The Paradise star and Emmy nominee James Marsden shared his thoughts on reprising Cyclops in the Russo Brothers’ upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. Marsden admitted, with humor, that he feels “a little long in the tooth” for the superhero suit, yet welcomed the return as a “homecoming” to the role that launched his career. Reflecting on two decades of fan requests for his comeback, he called the experience “special,” praising Cyclops as a beloved comic icon and a defining chapter in his journey.

James Marsden first portrayed Scott Summers, or Cyclops, in Bryan Singer’s X-Men (2000), returning for X2 (2003) and The Last Stand (2006). Though the character was killed early in the latter, Marsden reappeared in Days of Future Past (2014), which rewrote several fates. This year has been busy for Marvel talent, with a Deadpool cast member joining the new Harry Potter series and Ryan Reynolds teasing Avengers: Doomsday, keeping the Marvel spotlight bright and fans eager for the cinematic stories ahead.

What do you think about Ryan Reynolds’ latest tease? Let us know in the comments below.