‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Beats ‘Joker’ to Become Highest-Grossing R-Rated Film Ever

By Nikki Reese | August 17, 2024
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‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Beats ‘Joker’ to Become Highest-Grossing R-Rated Film Ever

Deadpool & Wolverine has claimed the top spot as the highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time, surpassing Joker. The film, Marvel Studios' first R-rated MCU entry, has earned $1.086 billion worldwide after 23 days in theaters, edging out Joker’s $1.0789 billion. Though it remains the second highest-grossing movie of the year behind Inside Out 2, the success is a major win for Disney, which released both films.

Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige celebrated the milestone with a light-hearted note, thanking audiences for making the film a hit. He also humorously addressed the ban on certain drug references in the film, with a comical list of prohibited names, highlighting the playful side of the production.