Once Upon a Deadpool

A sanitized, PG-13 cut of Deadpool 2, this version retells the story of Deadpool's journey to protect a young mutant named Russell. In this adaptation, Deadpool kidnaps Fred Rogers and forces him to read the story, framing it as a fairy tale. The narrative follows Deadpool as he forms the X-Force team to confront the powerful Cable and save Russell from a grim fate.

Once Upon a Deadpool was generally seen as a clever and amusing re-edit, praised for its meta-humor and ability to retain much of the original film's R-rated charm despite its family-friendly alterations. Critics noted that the framing device was inventive, though some felt it was primarily a marketing ploy to reach a wider audience during the holiday season.

• A surprisingly effective PG-13 re-edit that maintains much of the original's humor.
• The framing device is inventive and adds a layer of meta-commentary.
• While fun, it ultimately feels like a way to cash in on a wider audience.

Google audience: Google users found Once Upon a Deadpool to be a fun and enjoyable experience, appreciating the effort to make the film accessible to a broader audience without completely sacrificing its comedic spirit. Many enjoyed the creative framing of the story and Ryan Reynolds' continued commitment to the character.

The framing device of Deadpool kidnapping Fred Rogers and forcing him to read the story was conceived and filmed specifically for this PG-13 version, adding a unique meta-narrative to the re-release.