The Letterboxd Legacy Of Deadpool & Wolverine: 5 Reasons Why The MCU's R-Rated Hit Still Divides Fans In Late 2025
Over a year after its explosive theatrical debut, *Deadpool & Wolverine* remains one of the most logged and intensely debated superhero films on Letterboxd, the social film-logging app. As of late December 2025, the film’s average rating continues to fluctuate wildly, a perfect reflection of the movie itself: a chaotic, meta, and deeply polarizing entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) that simultaneously delighted and disappointed the platform's discerning audience. The film, which brought back *Hugh Jackman* as Wolverine in his comic-accurate yellow and blue suit alongside *Ryan Reynolds'* fourth-wall-breaking anti-hero, has solidified its place not just as an MCU box office success but as a permanent fixture in Letterboxd meme culture.
The reception is a fascinating case study in modern fan critique, where the film’s self-aware humor and relentless barrage of cameos were either lauded as a brilliant palate cleanser for the *Multiverse Saga* or dismissed as a hollow, over-stuffed nostalgia trip. The sheer volume of reviews—many of them short, sharp, and hilarious—has made the film a constant source of discussion, often pitting fans who rated it a triumphant 5-stars against critics who logged a disappointed 1/2-star.
The Letterboxd Scorecard: A Deep Dive into the Post-2024 Reception
While the exact average rating on Letterboxd is a constantly shifting target, the long-term sentiment for *Deadpool & Wolverine* has settled into a mixed-to-positive spectrum, which is surprisingly low for a massive MCU crossover event. The film’s score is often compared to the highest-rated superhero films on the platform—like *Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse* and *Logan*—and frequently falls short of the critical darling *Dune: Part Two*, which many Letterboxd users consider the definitive blockbuster of 2024.
The initial wave of 5-star reviews upon release, driven by pure fan hype and the thrill of seeing the *Wolverine* and *Wade Wilson* pairing finally realized by director *Shawn Levy*, has been tempered by a year of rewatches and more critical analysis. This is where the film’s unique status as the MCU's first R-rated entry truly comes into play, as the platform's users are not shy about critiquing the mature content.
- The Iman Vellani Factor: One of the most famous and cited Letterboxd reviews came from *Ms. Marvel* star *Iman Vellani*, a known Letterboxd user who gave the film a rating lower than *Spider-Man 3*, sparking a massive, meta-discussion on the film's place in the MCU canon and the validity of celebrity reviews.
- The Chemistry Consensus: Nearly all reviews, regardless of the final star rating, universally praise the electric chemistry between *Ryan Reynolds* and *Hugh Jackman*. This dynamic is cited as the movie's greatest strength, often being the sole reason for a higher score despite other perceived flaws.
- The "Too Many Jokes" Critique: A persistent criticism among the lower-rated reviews is the film's reliance on meta-jokes and overly crude humor. Some users felt the constant breaking of the fourth wall and the sheer volume of "sex jokes" were "annoying" and detracted from the emotional core of the *Wolverine*'s character arc.
The Viral Letterboxd "Burns" and Meme Culture
One of the most enduring aspects of *Deadpool & Wolverine*'s Letterboxd legacy is the sheer volume of hilarious and often brutally honest one-line reviews, or "burns," that have become social media gold. The film's self-referential nature encourages users to be equally meta and witty in their critiques, turning the review section into a comedy battleground.
The film’s plot, which deals with the *Time Variance Authority (TVA)* and the destruction of the Fox *X-Men* timeline, provided a perfect canvas for existential and funny critiques. Users often reference the film's perceived plot holes or its heavy use of cameos in their short reviews. The performances of the film's villains, including *Emma Corrin* as Cassandra Nova and *Matthew Macfadyen* as Paradox, are also frequent targets of both praise and parody.
Topical Authority: How Deadpool & Wolverine Ranks in the MCU
The most significant long-term discussion on Letterboxd revolves around where *Deadpool & Wolverine* fits into the overall *Multiverse Saga* and the broader *X-Men* franchise. For many users, the film is seen as a crucial corrective to the "superhero fatigue" that plagued the MCU's Phase 4 and 5, while for others, it's just another example of a blockbuster relying too heavily on fan service.
When users rank the film against its predecessors, the results are telling:
- Versus *Logan* (2017): *Logan* almost universally holds a higher average rating and is considered the superior, more emotionally resonant film. Many reviews criticize *Deadpool & Wolverine* for undoing the definitive ending of *Logan*, even if they enjoyed the return of the character.
- Versus *Deadpool 2* (2018): The reception is more split here. While *Deadpool 2* is often praised for its tighter plot and introduction of the *X-Force*, the 2024 film is seen as having higher stakes and better action sequences, particularly those featuring the *Yellow and Blue suit*.
- The MCU Comparison: The film is generally ranked higher than most recent MCU entries, such as *The Marvels* or *Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania*, but it rarely cracks the top tier alongside *Avengers: Endgame* or the original *Iron Man*. It is often praised for its distinct, adult tone and its successful integration of the Fox-era characters into the main continuity.
Ultimately, the Letterboxd reception of *Deadpool & Wolverine* in late 2025 is a testament to its cultural impact. It's a film that demands a reaction, and the platform has become the perfect digital arena for fans to express their love, their disappointment, and their funniest one-liners about the movie that changed the R-rated superhero landscape forever. The debate over whether it’s a brilliant meta-masterpiece or an overhyped spectacle is a conversation that will likely continue as long as the film remains logged on the internet.
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