The X-Men team-up movie Deadpool & Wolverine, which was released in theaters in recent weeks, has crossed the $1 billion mark worldwide. This means it is the highest grossing R-rated movie of all time. It also surpassed cult favorites like The Joker.

Deadpool & Wolverine grosses over $1 billion

The movie, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, surpassed $1.14 billion in ticket sales worldwide. This figure means that it surpassed the previous record holder, The Joker, which grossed $1.79 billion.

Deadpool & Wolverine also grossed over $200 million in the US in its opening weekend. This means that it is the biggest R-rated movie ever in terms of opening. It also became the second R-rated movie to cross the $1 billion mark worldwide after The Joker.

Deadpool & Wolverine’s dominance at the box office means a big win for Marvel Studios. It is also notable for being the first X-Men movie since Marvel’s acquisition of 21st Century Fox. The movie has also surpassed all previous films featuring X-Men characters.

Deadpool & Wolverine looks set to be one of the highest grossing films of the year worldwide with its $1 billion milestone. It’s worth noting that Marvel has eleven $1 billion movies compared to DC and Warner Bros.’ four.

Deadpool & Wolverine is approaching its fourth weekend in theaters. Starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, the movie looks like it will continue to make waves for a while.