“Deadpool 3” is making waves around the globe, and it’s easy to see why. Giving the Merc With a Mouth access to multiversal travel is sure to create an unhinged and hilarious mess.
But one of the biggest questions you might have after watching “Deadpool 3” is what timeline all of this takes place in.
This article will give you a straightforward answer about the timeline in which “Deadpool 3” occurs.
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Spoiler Warning
This article contains spoilers for “Deadpool & Wolverine.”
The Main Setting: The Void
Most of the events in “Deadpool 3” take place in The Void, a realm that exists outside all established timelines. This unique setting allows for a multitude of multiverse references without being tied to any specific timeline. However, several key moments happen within distinct timelines, which we’ll explore next.
Deadpool Interviews for the Avengers in Prime Earth (Earth-616)
Continuation from Deadpool 2
“Deadpool 3” picks up directly from the events of “Deadpool 2.” At the end of the second movie, Deadpool acquires Cable’s time-traveling device. In the opening scenes of “Deadpool 3,” Deadpool uses this device to travel to Earth-616, the main timeline of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
The Avengers Interview
In Earth-616, Deadpool interviews with Happy Hogan, hoping to join the Avengers. Despite his efforts, he is rejected, though Happy suggests that there might be a chance for him in the future and that he will keep an eye on him. Disappointed but undeterred, Deadpool returns to his original timeline using Cable’s time-travel device.
Deadpool’s Return to the Fox Universe (Earth-10005)
Life as a Car Salesman
After his rejection from the Avengers, Deadpool returns to his timeline in the Fox Universe, designated as Earth-10005. Here, Deadpool finds himself working as a car salesman, a job that is far from satisfying.
Abduction by the TVA
This mundane existence is interrupted when Deadpool is abducted by the Time Variance Authority (TVA). The TVA offers him a deal: he can join the MCU if he allows his timeline to be pruned. Deadpool refuses this offer and goes rogue, setting the stage for the main plot of “Deadpool 3.”
The Final Act: Battle in the Fox Universe (Earth-10005)
The Threat of Mr. Paradox
The climax of the movie brings us back to the Fox Universe timeline. Mr. Paradox, a new villain, plans to destroy Deadpool’s timeline using a device called the Time Ripper. Deadpool and Wolverine, having escaped from The Void, team up to stop Mr. Paradox’s nefarious plan.
Enter Cassandra Nova
Just when the battle against Mr. Paradox reaches its peak, Cassandra Nova arrives, posing a threat to the entire multiverse. The stakes are raised, and it falls upon Deadpool and Wolverine to save all of reality. Their efforts culminate in an epic finale, securing the timeline and preserving the multiverse.
Deadpool’s Multiverse Travels
Seeking the Right Wolverine
Throughout the movie, Deadpool jumps through various timelines to find a suitable Wolverine to aid him in his mission. While the film does not specify which timelines these are, it showcases Deadpool’s relentless determination to find the perfect ally.
Conclusion
In summary, “Deadpool 3” primarily unfolds in The Void, with significant events taking place in Earth-616 and Earth-10005. The movie cleverly navigates multiple timelines, adding layers of complexity and humor, characteristic of the Deadpool franchise. The interplay between different universes and the characters’ journeys through them make “Deadpool 3” a unique and engaging addition to the Marvel multiverse saga.
