Deadpool (2016)

Deadpool (2016) shattered superhero movie conventions with its R-rated humor, fourth-wall breaks, and antihero charm. Ryan Reynolds stars as the foul-mouthed, regenerating mercenary Wade Wilson, delivering a perfect blend of violent action and self-aware comedy. The film's meta-commentary on superhero tropes, combined with its surprisingly emotional origin story, created a fresh take on the genre. Despite its modest budget, Deadpool became the highest-grossing R-rated film at the time, proving audiences craved edgier comic book adaptations. Its success paved the way for more adult-oriented superhero films while maintaining heart beneath the crude humor and graphic violence.