Marvel will be able to release their upcoming “Deadpool & Wolverine” film in China. However, they will likely need to make some edits to the film to do so. The film is set to be released in China on July 26, 2024, the same day it is released in North America.
The first “Deadpool” film was not allowed to be released theatrically in China due to the violence. “Deadpool 2” was permitted to release, but not until it was turned into the PG version “Once Upon a Deadpool“ film version.
Hollywood has long appealed to the Chinese market, but in recent years, it hasn’t been as successful in getting films released there. Disney needs every market it can get, and China used to be one of its big ones. It seems that Disney will pander when needed to win over the huge market.
China has a thriving film and show market and has done fine without titles from the United States. In fact, two of the top 10 films globally in 2023 were Chinese films, with “Full River Red” in seventh place and “The Wandering Earth II” in ninth place. They also took 12th and 14th place in the top 20.
It’s a big deal that the third film will be released at the same time as it is released globally. However, I’m sure many cuts will be made for the approved Chinese release. Disney and Marvel have not commented on any changes made for China, but it’s unlikely they got a release unless they promised a version similar to “Once Upon a Deadpool.”
The go-ahead to release in China could boost the already promising box office performance of “Deadpool & Wolverine.” To add to the momentum, Ryan Reynolds(Deadpool), Hugh Jackman(Wolverine), and director Shawn Levy will also be headed to China early next month to promote the film.
“Deadpool & Wolverine” hits theaters on July 26.
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