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Deadpool and Wolverinecast list rumors continue dropping just days before the film’s theatrical release. The latest rumor involves an Oscar-winning actor who previously rejected Marvel Studios' offer for a different role in one of the MCU’s most successful franchises.
TheDeadpool and Wolverinecast is rumored to include several actors from past Marvel films produced by 20th Century Fox before Disney acquired the company. While some of these cameos have been confirmed by theDeadpool and Wolverinetrailers, others, likeTaylor Swift’s speculated role as Dazzler, have seemingly been debunked. Deadpool variants are also expected to appear in the film, and there are big names allegedly to at least two of them.
The Cosmic Circus’Alex P. posted a Tweet implying Matthew McConaughey plays Cowboy Deadpool inDeadpool and Wolverine.The Twitter post featured a GIF of McConaughey saying his iconic, “Alright, Alright, Alright,” line during an interview on CBC’sGeorge Stroumboulopoulos Tonight. In the post, Alex P. wrote, “Anyways, back to business,” with cowboy and skull and crossbones emojis, which fans interpreted as confirmation of McConaughey’s role as Cowboy Deadpool. After someone claimed Alex P. wasn’t saying McConaughey plays Cowboy Deadpool, the scooper responded with a subsequent Twitter post, writing, “It’s what I implied. So yes, he is.”
Alex P. also quoted a GIF of Blake Lively that he posted in early July. In the Quote Tweet, Alex P. included the woman emoji alongside the skull and crossbones emoji, implying Lively will play Lady Deadpool. A female Deadpool variant has been teased inDeadpool and Wolverinepreviews, but the actor behind the role has yet to be officially announced. Lively and Swift have long been rumored contenders for the role, as Lively is married to Deadpool actor Ryan Reynolds and Swift is friends with the couple.
While it wouldn’t be surprising if Lively or Swift (possibly both) appear inDeadpool and Wolverine,McConaughey’s casting would arguably be a casting coup for Marvel Studios. McConaughey was approached to play Ego the Living Planet inJames Gunn’sGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. However, he turned down the opportunity, tellingPlayboythat while he loved the first film, he’d “feel like an amendment” by joining the sequel. Ego the Living Planet, Star-Lord’s villainous biological father, was played by Kurt Russell.
Of course, official sources have not confirmed or denied McConaughey and Lively’s casting inDeadpool and Wolverine. With so manyDeadpool and Wolverinerumors, there’s a solid chance at least a few aren’t true. There’s only a week left before the film hits theaters, so fans will likely have to wait untilDeadpool and Wolverine’s theatrical debut to find out for themselves. Anticipation for the film is palpable, as fans hopeDeadpool and Wolverinecan end Marvel Studios' recent string of critical and box office flops.
Deadpool and Wolverinewill be released in theaters on June 24, 2025.
Deadpool & Wolverine
Deadpool & Wolverine marks Ryan Reynold’s take on the Merc with a Mouth’s entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, along with Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine. Together, the two embark on a universe-hopping, R-rated adventure that will change the MCU forever.
