Deadpool (2016)
A high-octane mercenary origin story unfolds with relentless, darkly comic action and raunchy, witty humor.
The origin story of former Special Forces operative turned mercenary Wade Wilson, who, after being subjected to a rogue experiment that leaves him with accelerated healing powers, adopts the alter ego Deadpool. Armed with his new abilities and a dark, twisted sense of humor, Deadpool hunts down the man who nearly destroyed his life.
How intense is Deadpool?
Deadpool has graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch and a party watch. The humor runs dry and raunchy. Rated R.
What Deadpool feels like
- Tone
- campydarkly comicpulpyhigh octane
- Pace
- Relentless
- Humor
- dry and witty, raunchy
- Best for
- Full attentionParty
Where to stream Deadpool
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 12, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Deadpool for you?
Is Deadpool scary?
No. Deadpool is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Deadpool gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is Deadpool sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Deadpool OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3.
How long is Deadpool?
Deadpool runs 1h 48m.
Where can I stream Deadpool?
Deadpool is streaming on Disney+.
Does Deadpool have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
Cast and crew
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