Avengers: Secret Wars' darkest twist could be derived from Deadpool’s most comedic element according to this genius Marvel theory. Firstly, it is worth noting that Deadpool has not been confirmed as part ofAvengers 5&6’s team, but there are many theories that he will be involved in some capacity after the success ofDeadpool & Wolverine. After all,Deadpool & Wolverine’s endingincluded several overt hints that the characters had a future in the sprawling MCU multiverse.
Naturally, eyes will turn to thestory ofAvengers: Doomsdayand its sequel.Doomsdayis expected to tie directly into the climacticstory ofAvengers: Secret Warswhich, if the title is anything to go by, will be based heavily on the Marvel Comics story of the same name. Of the two upcomingAvengersfilms, it can be argued that Deadpool is more likely to appear inSecret Wars,given the concept of several Marvel universes being combined into Battleworld. Thanks to this concept, a genius theory has been concocted that will see Deadpool’s funniest aspect become a much darker character trait.
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The comedic element in question is Deadpool’s ability to break the fourth wall. Whether it be in Marvel Comics' many stories or theDeadpooltrilogy, Wade Wilson endlessly addresses the readers or watchers in a way that many other MCU characters do not. In essence, every time Deadpool breaks the fourth wall, he is looking across the multiverse and talking to the audience in theirs. In theDeadpoolmovies especially, this trend is used as a primary source of the character’s humor, allowing his self-referential, meta jokes to come across in ways they might not if his fourth wall breaking was removed.
Deadpool may not be able to address anyone - like the audience - in another timeline…
However, the aforementioned theory posted on X byOnthewayjaytwists this humor, turning it into a dark reality for Deadpool. The theory claims thatAvengers: Secret Wars' story will render Deadpool’s fourth-wall-breaking abilities inert. If the story follows the comics heavily, Doctor Doom will reshape the multiverse after its partial destruction, combining every surviving plane of existence into a singular world: Battleworld. This will mean that the multiverse ceases to exist beyond Battleworld, meaning Deadpool may not be able to address anyone - like the audience - in another timeline.
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Not only would this be an excellent mirroring of one of Deadpool’s most prevalent character traits to differentiate him in anAvengersmovie, but it would prove to be a darker element of the story that raises the stakes. Concerning Deadpool’s character specifically, he is almost always depicted as a carefree, unserious, irreverent, and overall humorous character. That is not to say Deadpool cannot be serious, and it is a testament to the strength and depth of his character that these characteristics mask his more emotionally resonant feelings. Nonetheless, untroubled humor is perhaps the main personality of Deadpool.
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Marvel has had many characters over the years that have either broken the fourth wall discreetly or has flaunted their self-awareness to fans.
If the predominant trait that allows this personality to shine through is taken away from Deadpool inAvengers: Secret Wars, it would give the film a chance to explore a much more somber storyline for Wade. If this theory came to fruition, Wade could be shown to be overly scared and freaked out that an ability he has always had is now gone. This could combine with the likes of Vanessa and his family from back home being lost in the transition to Battleworld, removing everything that makes Deadpool, well, Deadpool, thus establishing a high set of stakes for defeating Doom.
Avengers: Secret Wars Could Still Get Some Humor From Deadpool’s Failed Fourth Wall Breaks
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Of course, this is not to say thatAvengers: Secret Warsshould make Deadpool completely devoid of comedy and utterly humorless. Interestingly, this very plot point of removing his fourth-wall-breaking ability could still allow for some humor to be derived. For instance,when Deadpool first arrives on Battleworld, he could try talking to the “camera” but is unable to do so, looking around at nothingnessas he first experiences this phenomenon. Deadpool could spend the first half of the movie constantly looking for someone to talk to who is no longer there, allowing for some truly funny moments.
If She-Hulk is part ofAvengers: Secret Wars, she and Deadpool could bond over this shared element given that Jennifer Walters is also capable of breaking the fourth wall.
This would also give Deadpool some funny interactions withAvengers: Secret Wars' other characters. If Deadpool is consistently attempting to contact the audience but failing to do so, getting frustrated in the process, it could allow for some humor to be mined via arguments with other characters who simply think he is insane. In almost every aspect, thisAvengers: Secret Warstheory is genius and would provide an overly compelling continuation of Deadpool’s character should he be part of the ensemble chosen by Marvel Studios to face Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom.
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Avengers: Secret Wars is an anticipated installment in Phase 6 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, serving as the finale of The Multiverse Saga. Scheduled for release in December 2027, the film’s plot remains under wraps, fueling curiosity about its role in the expansive Marvel narrative.
