Can Deadpool Really Die? Unpacking Marvel’s Unkillable Antihero
Deadpool, with his extraordinary healing powers, is one of the hardest characters to kill in the Marvel Universe. He can bounce back from nearly any injury, making him almost invincible. But can Deadpool die? The answer is more nuanced than a simple yes or no.
Deadpool’s Death in Marvel Comics
In 2020, Marvel released a series of comics showing how different heroes meet their end. “Deadpool: The End,” created by Joe Kelly, Mike Hawthorne, Victor Olazaba, Ruth Redmond, and VC’s Joe Sabino, tells the story of Deadpool’s ultimate fate. Despite Thanos cursing him with immortality to keep him away from Death, Deadpool does meet his demise in a touching and wild story involving his daughter, Death, and Mephisto.
The Story of “Deadpool: The End”
The comic starts with Deadpool at the end of the Marvel Universe, about to kill Death so he can live forever. Before he can do it, someone in a Deadpool mech suit shows up—it’s his daughter, Ellie Wilson. He, emotional and desperate, wants to end his life so Ellie can live. Ellie reveals a bomb that will kill them both, allowing them to die together.
Deadpool is overwhelmed, realizing he can finally die alongside his daughter. Ellie promises that they will completely disappear, and they share a heartfelt moment before vanishing into the void.
What Happens After he Dies?
Even after dying, his soul regenerates. He learns from Death that Ellie is in a better place. He then lives forever in the Realm of Death, with Mephisto watching. A past deal reveals that he promised his soul to Mephisto if he didn’t kill Ellie. Since Ellie was forced into the situation by Deadpool’s actions, Mephisto loses his claim on his soul and his title as King of the Underworld.
Alternate Endings
In typical Deadpool fashion, “Deadpool: The End” includes several alternate endings in a “Choose Your Own Adventure” style. In one, he lives a hedonistic life inside an impenetrable Dead Dome, protecting Earth’s last survivors. In another, he joins the Avengers and has a relationship with Captain Marvel. In yet another, he’s dating Iceman. There’s also a reality where he becomes Captain Universe and reboots a dark Marvel Universe.
One of the funniest endings shows him and Death living a normal life in Hell, bickering like an old married couple. In this version, Death is unhappy with her life and meets Thanos for coffee. Each ending captures his humour and fits his unpredictable character.
Conclusion: Deadpool’s Immortality
The story explores his creation, powers, existence, and immortality. The movie provides an open-ended conclusion that suits his unpredictable nature. Deadpool can die but don’t expect him to stay dead for long. His character thrives on uncertainty, ensuring he lives on, whether in his current form or as a soul ruling the Underworld with Death.
