Why Ryan Reynolds’ “Stolen” Deadpool & Wolverine Trinket Is a Symbol of Hollywood’s Slow Burn

If you thought celebrity antics couldn’t stoop any lower, meet Ryan Reynolds casually admitting he “stole” a tiny Wolverine statuette from the Deadpool & Wolverine set—because of course even blockbuster films turn into souvenir hunts. During a recent chat on Jimmy Kimmel Live (People Magazine), the actor shrugged that Disney is “not litigious at all,” apparently blind to his own sarcasm. He went on to detail how the film’s Australian shoot was peppered with knickknacks begging to be liberated: “There was this goofy little Wolverine model sitting in a corner,” Reynolds confessed, “and I just put it in my luggage.”

This “crime” unfolded amid the typical fanfare for Deadpool & Wolverine, with Hugh Jackman reprising Logan in what promises to be the most violent team-up since comic book crossovers became cinematic gold (Dotdash Meredith). Reynolds’ Instagram story—a grainy selfie of the figural loot—instantly ignited social feeds, prompting debates over set security, intellectual property, and whether your morning coffee mug gets confiscated for lesser infractions. Meanwhile, Disney watches amusedly, apparently more concerned about PR headaches than actual lawsuits.

Beyond the chuckle-worthy confession, there’s an ominous undertow: when an A-list talent feels free to help themselves to production props, what does that say about accountability in Tinseltown? We’ve seen bigger scandals—budget overruns, CGI catastrophes, on-set disputes—yet here we are, marveling at an actor’s bedside table décor. Industry insiders (Variety, The Hollywood Reporter) note that the film’s tight-lipped crew has been bracing for more “creative liberties” from its stars. Reynolds’ offhand joke about walking away scot-free underscores a shift where even mega-studios tolerate minor transgressions as long as the box office inflates.

Deadpool & Wolverine slashes into theaters this summer, and if you thought the real thefts happen on screen, think again. With merchandising deals already in the works and Mickey’s legal team apparently sipping iced lattes, the real takeaway is this: in modern movie-making, nothing is sacred—least of all the props. Brace yourselves for more “harmless” heists and the studio’s winking indifference.

Anyway, can’t wait to see how this gets worse.

Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, “Ryan Reynolds Reveals the 1 Thing He ‘Stole’ from Deadpool & Wolverine Set”
Dotdash Meredith RSS Feed, “Ryan Reynolds Stole Wolverine Statue From Deadpool & Wolverine Set”
Variety, The Hollywood Reporter
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