Ryan Reynolds has recently cast doubt on the possibility of Deadpool joining the Avengers or the X-Men, suggesting that such a move would signal the end of the character's journey. In an interview with Time, Reynolds stated, "If Deadpool becomes an Avenger or an X-Man, we're at the end. That's wish fulfillment, and you can't give him that." This statement comes in the wake of the success of Deadpool & Wolverine, where Deadpool's desire to join the Avengers was a central theme, leading to speculation about his future within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

The cast announcement for Avengers: Doomsday last month included several veteran actors from the X-Men franchise, such as Kelsey Grammer, Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, Alan Cumming, Rebecca Romijn, and James Marsden, sparking rumors that the film might secretly be an Avengers vs. X-Men movie. However, Reynolds' name was notably absent from the list of confirmed stars, further fueled by the inclusion of Channing Tatum, who played Gambit in Deadpool & Wolverine.

While Reynolds has ruled out a formal promotion to the Avengers or X-Men, he hinted at the possibility of a surprise appearance in a supporting role, citing the positive reception to Wesley Snipes' cameo as Blade in Deadpool & Wolverine. Looking ahead, Reynolds mentioned he is currently writing a new project involving an "ensemble," though he remained tight-lipped about the details. This could suggest another Deadpool movie with a focus on cameos, potentially including characters like Snipes' Blade, Tatum's Gambit, Jennifer Garner's Elektra, and Dafne Keen's Laura Kinney/X-23.

As for Avengers: Doomsday, while the cast list has been revealed, little else is known about the film's plot. Anthony Mackie, set to reprise his role as Sam Wilson/Captain America, expressed optimism about the film, suggesting it would recapture the classic Marvel feel. Other cast members like Paul Rudd and Joseph Quinn have also spoken positively about the upcoming epic. A recent set photo leak has stirred the MCU fandom, with some interpreting it as a bad omen for the X-Men. Additionally, there is speculation about Oscar Isaac potentially appearing as Moon Knight, prompted by his withdrawal from a Star Wars event due to scheduling conflicts. Marvel Studios producer Kevin Feige confirmed that the Avengers: Doomsday cast reveal was not exhaustive, hinting at more surprises to come.

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