Histoire de Deadpool : naissance et liste complète des comics

The foundational mini-series by Fabian Nicieza and Joe Madureira. Wade Wilson chases the legacy of his late former employer, Mister Tolliver. The tone is still under construction (more action than meta comedy), but the foundations are there: Deadpool is a chatty mercenary, disfigured under the mask, using humor to hide his pain. Issue #1 remains highly sought-after in high CGC grades, marking Deadpool's transition into headliner status.

Second mini-series, written by Mark Waid with Ian Churchill on art. Black Tom Cassidy, Juggernaut, Banshee. Mark Waid begins digging into Wade's psyche — the mercenary who hates himself, who loves for the wrong reasons, who wants to be saved without admitting it. This psychology would feed Joe Kelly's entire run to come. An essential mini-series for understanding the character's narrative evolution before the ongoing.

The first official ongoing, launched in 1997 by then-unknown writer Joe Kelly and artist Ed McGuinness. An absolutely foundational run: Joe Kelly invented the Deadpool we know today — systematic fourth-wall breaks (#11 remains the iconic episode), cult supporting cast (Blind Al, Weasel, T-Ray), antihero who wants to become a real hero but keeps failing. Joe Kelly leaves at #33, followed by Christopher Priest (#34-45), then Frank Tieri and Gail Simone through to the end. 69 issues that form the cornerstone of any serious Deadpool collector.

After Vol.1 ended, Marvel brought Fabian Nicieza back at the helm for a buddy-cop series between Wade and Cable, with Patrick Zircher on art. 50 issues of formidable chemistry: the chatty mercenary and the messiah from the future. Considered by many to be the best Deadpool series after the Joe Kelly run. Key issues: #1 (launch), #15 (Civil War tie-in), #36 (One World Order), #50 (finale). An excellent entry point for new readers.

The second main volume, written entirely by Daniel Way with Paco Medina then Carlo Barberi on art. Launched in the middle of the Deadpool popularity wave (X-Men Origins: Wolverine 2009, the early buzz around the solo film). 63 issues that push the comedy dimension to the max: Wade hears voices in his head (the famous yellow and white narrative boxes), strings together absurd missions, becomes a popular figure with teens. A very accessible run, slightly knocked by Joe Kelly purists but the one that exploded the fanbase. Key issues: #1, #13 (Suicide Kings), #27 (anniversary), #50, #1000 (Marvel 70th anniversary one-shot).

Reboot under the Marvel NOW! initiative with an unexpected writing duo: stand-up comedian Brian Posehn and journalist Gerry Duggan, with art by Tony Moore then Mike Hawthorne. A more mature, more emotional run: Wade fights the zombie U.S. Presidents (#1-6), explores his past, marries Shiklah (#27, "The Wedding of Deadpool"). 45 issues over two and a half years. An excellent modern entry point, especially for fans of the 2016 film.

Launched just before the release of Tim Miller's Deadpool film (February 2016), which crushed the box office ($783 million), this volume exploded in sales thanks to the Ryan Reynolds effect. Solo writing by Gerry Duggan, art by Mike Hawthorne. Wade leads his own mercenary team (the Mercs for Money), officially marries Shiklah, and manages his newfound celebrity. 36 issues that then transition into Despicable Deadpool as part of the Legacy era.

Direct sequel to Vol.4 under Marvel's legacy numbering. The title goes from Deadpool #36 to Despicable Deadpool #287 (cumulative historical count 1+1+1+1+...). Gerry Duggan wraps up his arc with Wade fully villainous again, hunting Cable, and closing a narrative loop he started 6 years earlier. Issue #300 closes the Duggan arc with an emotional climax.

Writer Skottie Young (known for Rocket Raccoon and his cartoonish run on Strange Academy) takes over with Nic Klein on art. The most unhinged tone yet, almost adult swim: Deadpool hunts monsters for the gods of Asgard, becomes king of the monsters, charges headlong into absurd situations. 15 issues that mark the return to a 100% comedy Deadpool after the more emotional Duggan era.

Run by Kelly Thompson (acclaimed writer on Captain Marvel and Black Widow) with Chris Bachalo and Gerardo Sandoval on art. Wade becomes king of Staten Island, oversees a city of monsters, and rediscovers his heroic side from a new angle. 10 dense, emotional issues, praised by critics for their writing of female characters (Elsa Bloodstone in particular). Short but essential for understanding the transition into the post-2020 Marvel era.

Run by Alyssa Wong (Doctor Aphra, Iron Fist) with Martin Coccolo on art. Wade faces a new enemy, Eppu, host of an alien parasite. More horror than comedy, exploring the body horror inherent to Deadpool (constant regeneration, flesh in tatters). Direct setup for the Deadpool/Wolverine crossover (2024) to come. 10 issues that tighten up the franchise before the film's release.

Special crossover launched in May 2024 to accompany the release of Shawn Levy's Deadpool & Wolverine film (July 2024, $1.3 billion at the box office, the biggest Deadpool success of all time and the first R-rated MCU film). Story by Joe Kelly (back 22 years after his original run!), art by Adam Kubert. An essential tie-in for collectors of MCU phase 6.

Post-Deadpool & Wolverine launch to capitalize on the MCU popularity wave. Story by Cody Ziglar (Miles Morales: Spider-Man), art by Rogê Antônio. Wade looks after Princess (his daughter Eleanor) and faces a new cyborg enemy, "Death Grip." Run still ongoing in 2026, with variant covers in high demand. Probably the reference run for new readers who came in through the films.

The founding issue. Wade Wilson aka Deadpool is sent by Mister Tolliver to assassinate Cable. Triple historic first in a single issue: Deadpool, Domino (technically Copycat impersonating her, but counted as 1st app), and Gideon. A CGC 9.8 copy sold for over $10,000 in 2024 after the success of Deadpool & Wolverine. For the detailed valuation, check out our dedicated New Mutants #98 guide.

Second appearance of the mercenary, in the new series Liefeld launched as a spin-off of New Mutants. Deadpool faces off against Cable and the X-Force team. An often-overlooked issue, but essential for completing a Deadpool key issue collection. Much more affordable than New Mutants #98.

Third Deadpool appearance and an important step. The issue is also notable for broader reasons tied to the Cable / X-Force ecosystem. A sought-after issue for Liefeld-era completists.

First issue of the first solo Deadpool mini-series. Iconic Liefeld cover. The issue kicks off the format of Wade Wilson headlining his own adventures, with a still-very-young Joe Madureira on art (before his explosion on Uncanny X-Men).

First issue of the second mini-series, written by Mark Waid. A key step that sets up the upcoming ongoing: Waid starts digging into Wade's psychology. An issue often forgotten by mainstream collectors but important for the character's narrative evolution.

Launch of the first Deadpool ongoing. Joe Kelly arrives from Wildstorm/Image and signs on for what would become the run that defined the character. Ed McGuinness, future star artist, makes his notable debut. 1st appearance of Blind Al, cult supporting cast.

The founding issue of the Deadpool fourth-wall break. Wade and Blind Al travel inside a Silver Age Spider-Man comic and shatter every narrative convention. Joe Kelly invents here, in the middle of Marvel continuity, the tone that would define every Deadpool to come and directly inspire the Ryan Reynolds films.

Central issue of the The Drowning Man arc, where Wade faces Mister Sinister in a memorable showdown. The Joe Kelly run hits an emotional peak here on Wade's tortured psyche. A pivotal moment of Vol.1.

Vol.1 anniversary issue, double-page format, contributions from multiple artists. Joe Kelly is long gone by now; Frank Tieri is on writing duties. A pivotal issue before Vol.1 wraps at #69.

Launch of the Cable & Deadpool buddy-cop series, written by co-creator Fabian Nicieza. 50 issues of formidable chemistry. An absolute reference for both Cable and Deadpool fans. A highly sought-after issue in CGC 9.8.

Launch of the second main volume under Daniel Way. Wave of mainstream popularity, maximum accessibility, record sales. For a lot of fans who came in around 2010, this is the reference Deadpool. Lots of variant covers in high demand.

Vol.2 anniversary issue, part of the Dead arc. Setting up the end of the Daniel Way run. Important for completing the run.

Anniversary one-shot celebrating Marvel's 70 years through Deadpool. Anthology of writers, jumbo format. A rare issue that combines several graphic styles.

Marvel NOW! reboot. Wade fights the zombie U.S. Presidents. Tony Moore (co-founder of The Walking Dead) on art. Highly collected variant covers, especially the Skottie Young hidden gems.

Launch 3 months before the release of Tim Miller's Deadpool film (February 2016). Iconic cover celebrating Wade's Avenger status. Demand exploded after the film's success ($783 million). Ryan Reynolds variant covers in very high demand.

First issue of the cult mini-series where Wade hunts literary characters (Sherlock Holmes, Tom Sawyer, Don Quixote) after the events of Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe. Brilliant concept, memorable execution. A reference mini-series for meta-fiction lovers.

First issue of the out-of-continuity mini-series where Wade slaughters every Marvel hero. An independent best-seller that launched a whole franchise (Killustrated, Kills Deadpool, Kills the Marvel Universe Again). An essential issue for understanding Deadpool's dark dimension.

Transition issue between Vol.4 and Despicable Deadpool, under Marvel's legacy numbering. The title jumps from Deadpool #36 to Despicable Deadpool #287 (cumulative historical count). Important for legacy completists.

Launch of the Kelly Thompson run. Wade becomes king of Staten Island. A short run (10 issues) but very well reviewed by critics for its writing of relationships.

More horror-flavored run by Alyssa Wong. Direct setup for the Deadpool/Wolverine crossover. Variant covers in very high demand in anticipation of the film.

Launch of the tie-in for the phenomenal Deadpool & Wolverine film ($1.3 billion). The iconic return of Joe Kelly to Deadpool 22 years after his original run. Adam Kubert on art. An indispensable issue for MCU phase 6.

Post-Deadpool & Wolverine launch to capitalize on the MCU wave. Wade is taking care of his daughter Eleanor. Run still ongoing in 2026, with variant covers in very high demand among new collectors who came in via the films.