The release of Deadpool and Wolverine marked a significant moment in Marvel's cinematic history, not just for the long-awaited team-up but for what it represented: a resurrection of sorts for Marvel. Despite the film's tremendous success, some fans expressed concerns that it might have "messed up" the Marvel timeline. However, the truth is, when it comes to Deadpool, timelines don’t really matter—because Deadpool exists in a space where he’s not bound by the usual rules.

Deadpool Lives in the Audience's Timeline

To understand how Deadpool interacts with the timeline, we can look back at Deadpool 2 (2018). There's a memorable moment where Wade Wilson, aka Deadpool, plays with an action figure of Logan (Wolverine) impaled on a tree branch. He then says, "Logan died…", referencing the events of Logan (2017). It’s a clear nod to Hugh Jackman’s farewell performance as Wolverine, a film set in 2029. But here’s the twist—Deadpool acknowledges it as something that’s already happened, despite the future setting of Logan. How could that be?

The answer lies in Deadpool’s unique relationship with the audience. Deadpool is a character who breaks the fourth wall, speaking directly to us, the viewers. In Deadpool’s world, the release date of a movie matters more than its in-universe timeline. Logan came out in 2017, so in Deadpool's mind, Logan’s death is part of his reality—regardless of the fact that the event is technically set years in the future.

The Illogical Logic of Deadpool

This is the magic of Deadpool: he doesn’t play by the same rules as everyone else. He exists in a space where continuity is more of a suggestion than a rule. By acknowledging events based on when the audience experiences them, rather than when they "officially" happen in the Marvel timeline, Deadpool creates a fluid sense of reality. This allows for storytelling that’s both self-aware and delightfully chaotic.

For fans who worried that the Deadpool and Wolverine movie would disrupt the established timeline, it’s clear now that Deadpool’s world doesn’t adhere to strict continuity. In a sense, it doesn’t make any sense, and that’s precisely the point. Deadpool’s reality is shaped by a combination of in-universe events and meta-commentary, blending the two into a narrative that’s uniquely his own.

Resurrection of Marvel

The collaboration between Deadpool and Wolverine was more than just fan service; it symbolized Marvel’s willingness to embrace the unexpected. After the era of the Infinity Saga, some wondered if Marvel could continue to captivate audiences. Enter Deadpool and Wolverine—a pairing that not only reinvigorated interest but also challenged the norms of superhero storytelling.

Deadpool's irreverent take on timelines and continuity meant that this movie wasn’t just another chapter in the Marvel saga; it was an evolution. It represented a resurrection of Marvel’s spirit, showing that the franchise could still surprise and entertain in ways we never imagined.

Debunking the Timeline Myth

So, did the Deadpool and Wolverine movie really mess up the timeline? Not at all. Instead, it embraced the very essence of Deadpool—a character who acknowledges his existence as a fictional being, living in a reality where timelines, logic, and continuity are all secondary to entertaining the audience.

In the end, trying to impose strict timeline rules on Deadpool was like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. Deadpool is about breaking rules, and that’s exactly what made him—and this movie—so exciting.

So if you’ve watched the movie, you already know: in Deadpool’s world, the only timeline that matters is the one you’re living in right now.