Deadpool Co-Creator Rob Liefeld Cuts Ties with Marvel

Rob Liefeld, co-creator of Deadpool, has severed ties with Marvel following an alleged snub at the "Deadpool & Wolverine" premiere afterparty.

Grievances with Marvel

Liefeld cited several grievances with Marvel, including:

* Lack of recognition in film credits
* Perceived disrespect from Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige
* Exclusion of his family from the afterparty

Premiere Experience

According to Liefeld, his experience at the premiere was designed to belittle him. He claims that photos of him on the red carpet were deleted and that his family was denied entry to the afterparty.

Departure from Marvel

After the premiere, Liefeld realized that his relationship with Marvel was irreconcilable. He stated, "At some point, you go, 'I've received the message, and the message is clear.'"

Collaboration History

Liefeld emphasized that he had never experienced similar treatment during his involvement with the first two "Deadpool" movies under 20th Century Fox. He expressed forgiveness for the decision-makers responsible for his exclusion from the premiere.

Marvel's Response

Disney and Marvel Studios declined to comment on Liefeld's allegations. A source familiar with the situation countered his claims, stating that he was invited to the set and supported in hosting post-premiere screenings.

Future Collaborations

Liefeld claims that his last collaboration with Marvel will be the comic book "Deadpool Team Up," releasing on February 12.

Marvel's Ownership and Liefeld's Rights

Despite his departure, Marvel retains ownership of Deadpool. However, Liefeld maintains "authorship, creative rights, and monetization" of the character. He will continue to receive financial compensation from future Deadpool projects.

Previous Announcements of Departure

This is not Liefeld's first announcement of leaving Marvel. In February and October 2024, he expressed intentions to retire from the character and focus on his own work.

"Deadpool & Wolverine" Success

"Deadpool & Wolverine," starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, became the highest-grossing R-rated film in cinema history. The movie featured a nod to Liefeld in a scene that poked fun at his artistic style.

Conclusion

Deadpool co-creator Rob Liefeld has cut ties with Marvel after feeling disrespected and excluded from company events. He claims that Marvel has shown a lack of appreciation for his contributions to the Deadpool character.