Once Upon a Deadpool (2018): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Once Upon a Deadpool is a 2018 action comedy directed by David Leitch, starring Matt Damon, Brad Pitt and Ryan Reynolds. It runs 1 hour 59 minutes and earned $392.1 million worldwide on a $90 million budget. Critics gave it 57% on Rotten Tomatoes and 53 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.2/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 59m (119 min)
- Director
- David Leitch
- Original language
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English
- Budget
- $90M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Once Upon a Deadpool About?
The premise of Once Upon a Deadpool without spoilers.
A wisecracking mercenary, Deadpool, teams up with an unusual group of allies to protect a young mutant named Russell. Facing off against the formidable soldier Cable, Deadpool assembles a motley crew including Domino and Shatterstar. They must use their combined skills and sharp wit to overcome Cable's powerful weaponry and ensure Russell’s safety in this irreverent adventure.
Once Upon a Deadpool Cast
Matt Damon leads the cast, with Brad Pitt and Ryan Reynolds. Directed by David Leitch; 20 actors are credited in all.
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Director David Leitch
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Once Upon a Deadpool Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Once Upon a Deadpool 57% on Rotten Tomatoes and 53 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.2/10. Our Echo Score gives it 48/100, strongest in character & emotion (70) and weakest in rewatch factor (30).
Once Upon a Deadpool Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, Once Upon a Deadpool presents a structurally faithful yet diminished version of the original material. Critics generally acknowledge that the re-cut retains the basic narrative framework, but many point out that the removal of intense violence and the insertion of framing scenes disrupts the film’s flow and reduces its impact. While the chemistry between Reynolds and Savage earns occasional praise, the overall execution feels like a marketing exercise rather than a creative endeavor. The net impression is a mixed, mildly disappointing package that will likely satisfy only devoted fans.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 50
In terms of art and craft, the film’s editing and direction exhibit uneven pacing and abrupt transitions. Multiple reports highlight that the re-editing of gore and the insertion of framing scenes sometimes interrupts the film’s rhythm. There is limited commentary on cinematography or production design, suggesting a neutral visual style. Overall, the art direction feels serviceable but occasionally disjointed.
- Character & Emotion 70
When it comes to character and emotion, performance dynamics between Reynolds and Savage receive consistent recognition for witty interplay. Observers note that the rapport injects moments of genuine humor, even if deeper emotional beats remain underexplored. Apart from the leads, character depth is generally modest due to the film’s framing conceit. In sum, character engagement is intermittently entertaining but lacks substantial resonance.
- Story & Flow 50
In terms of story and flow, critics agree that the core narrative remains intact but suffers from repeated interruptions. The pacing is described as uneven, with the added framing scenes frequently halting the momentum. Originality is limited since the film relies heavily on existing material rather than fresh plot developments. Overall, the story delivers familiarity at the expense of cohesive engagement.
- Sensory Experience 55
When evaluating the sensory experience, the removal of explicit violence and strong language notably alters the film’s tone. Views indicate that the PG-13 edit reduces the visceral impact of action sequences, while there is little discussion of the soundtrack or sound design. Visually, the style remains consistent with the original but feels muted. Altogether, the sensory dimension is moderately scaled-back yet recognizable.
- Rewatch Factor 30
In terms of rewatch factor, the film offers limited incentive for multiple viewings beyond initial curiosity. Observers suggest that the framing device serves as a novelty that wears off quickly, and many fans regard it as a single-watch curiosity. The absence of unfolding surprises or deeper layers diminishes replay value. Ultimately, the rewatch appeal is minimal for all but dedicated franchise enthusiasts.
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IMDb 6.2 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 57% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 61%
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Metacritic 53 Metascore
User score 4.9
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TMDB 71% User score
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Letterboxd 3.1 /5
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Movie Insider 3.8 /5
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Once Upon a Deadpool Box Office & Budget
Once Upon a Deadpool grossed $392.1 million worldwide on a $90 million budget, 4.4 times what it cost. $142.5 million came from the US and Canada and $249.6 million (64%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$392.1M
4.4× its budget
- US & Canada
- $142.5M
- International
- $249.6M
- Budget
- $90M
Once Upon a Deadpool Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Once Upon a Deadpool.
Cars in Once Upon a Deadpool
5 cars on screen, including the 1948 Chevrolet Fleetline Aerosedan and the 1956 Hillman Minx Phase VIIIa.
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1948 Chevrolet Fleetline Aerosedan Minor role -
1956 Hillman Minx Phase VIIIa Minor role -
1957 Morris JB Minor role -
1956 Morris-Commercial J-Type Minor role
Once Upon a Deadpool Also Known As
22 alternative titles, including “원스 어폰 어 데드풀” and “Був собі Дедпул”.
- Also known as
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- 원스 어폰 어 데드풀
- Був собі Дедпул
- Fungus
- Жил-был Дэдпул
- 데드풀 2: 순한맛
- Érase una vez Deadpool
- Érase una vez un Deadpool
- Volt egyszer egy Deadpool
- Il était une fois Deadpool
- Deadpool: Es war einmal ein Deadpool
- Era uma Vez um Deadpool
- Имало едно време Дедпул
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- Był sobie Deadpool
- Жив-був Дедпул
- في يوم من الديدبول
- A fost odată.. Deadpool
- היה היה דדפול
- 從前有個死侍
- C'era una volta Deadpool, იყო ერთი დედპული
- 死侍2:我爱我家
- Deadpool Ngày Xửa Ngày Xưa
- デッドプール2のおとぎばなし
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Once Upon a Deadpool FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Once Upon a Deadpool, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Once Upon a Deadpool?
Once Upon a Deadpool runs 1 hour 59 minutes (119 minutes).
When was Once Upon a Deadpool released?
Once Upon a Deadpool was released on December 12, 2018.
Who directed Once Upon a Deadpool?
Once Upon a Deadpool was directed by David Leitch.
More films by David Leitch Who is in the cast of Once Upon a Deadpool?
Once Upon a Deadpool stars Matt Damon, Brad Pitt and Ryan Reynolds, among 20 credited actors.
How much did Once Upon a Deadpool make at the box office?
Once Upon a Deadpool grossed $392.1 million worldwide ($142.5 million domestic, $249.6 million international) on a budget of $90 million.
How is Once Upon a Deadpool rated?
Once Upon a Deadpool has 6.2/10 on IMDb, 57% on Rotten Tomatoes, 53 on Metacritic and 71% on TMDB.
Does Once Upon a Deadpool have a post-credit scene?
No. Once Upon a Deadpool has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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