Deadpool 2 Timeline ( Real )

movie_release
February 12, 2016

Release of Deadpool

The first Deadpool movie starring Ryan Reynolds is released, setting the stage for the sequel.

announcement
May 23, 2016

Deadpool 2 Official Announcement

20th Century Fox officially announces Deadpool 2, confirming the sequel to the popular Deadpool movie.

production_start
June 12, 2017

Filming of Deadpool 2 Begins

Principal photography for Deadpool 2 starts in Vancouver, beginning production of the sequel.

production_end
October 12, 2017

Filming of Deadpool 2 Wraps

Filming for Deadpool 2 is completed, moving into post-production.

trailer_release
May 10, 2018

First Trailer for Deadpool 2 Released

The official first trailer for Deadpool 2 is released, showcasing new characters and story elements.

premiere
May 14, 2018

Deadpool 2 Premiere

Deadpool 2 has its world premiere, introducing the movie to audiences and critics for the first time.

movie_release
May 18, 2018

Global Theatrical Release of Deadpool 2

Deadpool 2 is released worldwide in theaters, available to the general public.

home_media_release
August 14, 2018

Deadpool 2 Home Media Release

Deadpool 2 is released on DVD, Blu-ray, and digital platforms for home viewing.

Deadpool 2 Timeline ( Fictional )

origin_event
Several years before movie events

Wade Wilson starts mercenary work

Wade Wilson begins his career as a mercenary before becoming Deadpool.

relationship
Months before movie events

Wade Wilson meets Vanessa

Wade Wilson starts a relationship with Vanessa, who becomes his fiancée.

origin_event
Shortly before movie events

Wade diagnosed with cancer

Wade is diagnosed with terminal cancer, which leads him to undergo experimental treatment.

origin_event
Shortly before movie events

Wade undergoes Weapon X program

Wade undergoes mutagenic treatment that gives him accelerated healing powers but scars his body.

trauma_event
Just before main events

Vanessa is killed

Vanessa is killed during an attack, leading Wade into despair and suicidal tendencies.

inciting_event
Day 1

Deadpool saves Russell

Deadpool saves a young mutant, Russell, from a juvenile detention center escape.

character_development
Day 2

Russell's first attempt to use powers

Russell struggles to control his firepower, accidentally hurting others and himself.

team_formation
Day 3

Deadpool assembles X-Force

Deadpool recruits a team of mutants to help protect Russell.

conflict
Day 4

Firefist attacks mutant center with murdering intent

Russell attacks the orphanage, leading to violent confrontations.

time_travel
Day 4

Cable arrives from the future

Cable arrives in present time to kill young Russell, trying to prevent a catastrophic future.

major_battle
Day 4

Deadpool and X-Force fight Cable

The X-Force battles Cable but most are defeated or killed.

time_travel
Day 5

Deadpool travels back in time to save Russell

Using Cable's time device, Deadpool journeys back in time to rescue Russell from a troubled childhood.

character_growth
Day 5

Deadpool mentors young Russell

Deadpool helps a younger Russell develop control and confidence over his powers.

decision_point
Day 6

Russell decides to change future

Inspired by Deadpool, young Russell decides to stop being violent and improve his future.

resolution
Day 6

Present-day Russell is spared by Cable

After witnessing Russell's changed future, Cable allows Russell to live.

character_climax
End of movie

Deadpool reconciles with Vanessa's death

Deadpool comes to terms with Vanessa's death and decides to live meaningfully.