"Deadpool and Wolverine" set a world record: the highest-grossing R-rated film

Marvel's "Deadpool and Wolverine" did the unthinkable: it set a world record by becoming the highest-grossing film in its category. Superhero picture with Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in the lead roles has already collected more than a billion dollars at the global box office.

Marvel success

With $1.80 billion, "Deadpool and the Wolverine" surpassed the previous record holder, 2019's "Joker, " which collected $1.79 billion. This result is impressive, considering that the R rating limits the access of younger viewers to the film.

Why the R rating?

An R rating means that the film is restricted to viewers under 17 due to violence, profanity or drug use. Usually, movies about superheroes try to avoid such a rating, because teenagers make up a large part of the audience. However, Marvel took a risk and it turned out to be successful.

What's next for Deadpool and Wolverine?

In the new movie, which takes place six years after the events of Deadpool 2, Wade Wilson (Ryan Reynolds) comes out of retirement to save the universe with Wolverine (Hugh Jackman). The film was directed by Sean Levy, who managed to create a dynamic and exciting story.

Will the Joker sequel break a new record?

It is interesting that the sequel "Joker: Madness for Two" is expected to be released already this fall, where Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga will take part. There is every reason to believe that this film could reclaim the title of the highest-grossing R-rated film for The Joker.

Final thoughts

Thus, "Deadpool and Wolverine" holds the lead for now, but the competition is not standing still. Can the new "Joker" beat this new record? Time will tell.

Editor: Emiliia Morozova