Hugh Jackman is reportedly returning for a brand-new solo Wolverine film according to the latest industry leaks. This news follows the massive billion-dollar success of Deadpool & Wolverine, which officially brought the character into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. While fans previously thought the actor was finished with the role after 2017’s Logan, recent developments suggest a major reversal. Insiders claim that Marvel Studios is now looking to capitalize on Jackman’s popularity by giving him another standalone outing
The New Wolverine Trademark Filing
A major piece of evidence for this project arrived via a recent legal discovery at the USPTO. Disney and Marvel Characters, Inc. officially filed a new trademark for the name “WOLVERINE” on December 12, 2025. This specific filing is significant because it explicitly covers motion picture production and distribution. While Marvel often protects its character names, the timing of this filing suggests the studio is fast-tracking a standalone project.
DanielRPK Reports on Wolverine’s Future
The rumors gained even more traction following a detailed report from prominent industry insider DanielRPK. On December 18, 2025, he revealed that Marvel is moving forward with a standalone Hugh Jackman Wolverine movie. Additionally, he noted that the current script for the MCU’s X-Men reboot deliberately excludes Logan. Marvel reportedly made this decision to allow Jackman to remain the definitive version of the character while the new mutant team establishes itself.
Jackman Hints at a Long-Term Future
Hugh Jackman himself has fueled these rumors during his recent press tours for Song Sung Blue. While appearing on The View and Variety’s “Actors on Actors” series this month, Jackman admitted that returning to the role felt different this time. He stated that his gut tells him he is “not done” with the character and that he is “never saying never again”. These comments are a total 180-degree turn from his previous retirement stance, signaling his willingness to lead another solo film.
A Bridge to the Mutant Saga
Speculators suggest this solo film could serve as a crucial bridge between Avengers: Secret Wars and the eventual X-Men reboot. Some insiders believe Kevin Feige is pushing for this project to finally feature the legendary “Wolverine vs. Hulk” showdown. By giving Jackman a solo platform now, Marvel can explore new sides of Logan that the Fox era never featured. Whether it is a multiverse story or a new “Sacred Timeline” entry, a solo Wolverine film would be a massive win for the studio.
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