Deadpool and Wolverine makers aim to get Hugh Jackman an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor; film to be considered in multiple categories

Deadpool and Wolverine’s Oscar ambitions

Variety quoted sources as saying that as far as the Oscars are concerned, Deadpool and Wolverine will try for nominations in technical categories, including production design, sound and visual effects. However, in a surprise move, the producers will also campaign for Hugh Jackman in the Best Supporting Actor category. The actor reprised his iconic role as Wolverine in the fourth wall-breaking superhero film and received praise from fans and critics alike. But trade insiders are not sure whether there will be an Oscar nomination or not, as the buzz around the film is not about critical acclaim but commercial success.

Deadpool and Wolverine at other awards

The report also mentions that the film aims to establish itself as a comedy and compete for all the major awards at the Golden Globes, including Best Actor in a Comedy or Musical for Ryan Reynolds and Best Supporting Actor once again for Hugh Jackman. Variety says that the film is almost certain to win in the Golden Globes’ recently introduced Cinematic and Box Office Achievement category, which celebrates films that have achieved both critical acclaim and commercial success.

All About Deadpool and Wolverine

Directed by Shawn Levy, Deadpool & Wolverine reunites Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, taking advantage of the franchise’s multiversal loophole to bring mutants into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The film has grossed over a billion dollars worldwide, becoming one of the most successful Marvel movies since Avengers: Endgame five years ago.