Ryan Reynolds Turns Heads With 'Avengers' Post, Sending 'Deadpool' Fans Into a Frenzy

When Marvel released the lengthy list of names and superheroes cast in Avengers: Doomsday, there were many noteworthy stars absent from the roughly six-hour livestream. Among them was Ryan Reynolds’ beloved, foul-mouthed superhero, Deadpool.

While Marvel has made it known that the list released wasn't the full cast for Avengers: Doomsday or the follow-up 2027 film Avengers: Secret Wars, it's left fans speculating about who else could be in the mix. And with plenty of buzz surrounding Reynolds as a potential inclusion, the Deadpool actor threw fuel all over that fire with a post in the early hours on Tuesday, Aug. 12.

Ryan Reynolds' Cryptic 'Avengers' Post Leaves 'Deadpool' Fans Crossing Their Fingers

Little has been said by Marvel about the remaining cast, even with the movie's filming officially underway. So, when Reynolds dropped a cryptic post featuring the Avengers logo on Instagram, the intrigue immediately skyrocketed—and his caption only sparked more buzz.

"WHAT," Reynolds said in the caption, with a side-eye emoji.

Considering the timing of the post, as actors have seemingly made it clear they've been in-and-out of filming for Avengers: Doomsday, and the obvious photo selection, it's hard to envision that something isn't on the horizon for the Deadpool star.

Fans All Reacted to Reynolds' 'Avengers' Post With the Same Optimistic Comments

It didn't take long for the post to go viral, as it topped roughly 80,000 likes within the first 25-30 minutes of going up. And not surprisingly, the bulk of the responses from fans featured visions of Deadpool joining the Avengers in the 2026 film.

"Don’t do that. Don’t give me hope," joked one fan with a crying laughing emoji.

"If you are saying what I think you’re saying, I’m actually gonna scream," said another optimistic fan.

Ryan Reynolds on Instagram ???????????? Deadpool in Doomsday?!?!?! #AvengersDoosmday pic.twitter.com/OpGfghJI8G

— Vincent (@VGotGame) August 12, 2025

"Avengers x Deadpool confirmed?!" read another reply.

"Plz tell me that Deadpool & Wolverine are returning for Avengers: Doomsday! I need to know!" excitedly responded another fan.

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