One ofMarvel’smost recentDisney+shows was not allowed to featureDeadpoolas a cameo, according to its showrunner.

This isnot the first timeMarvelprevented certain charactersfromappearing in certain projectsfor one reason or another.

Often, it comes down tocharacter ownership rights.

Deadpool in Deadpool and Wolverine movie

But sometimes, it could be for another reason entirely.

It has delivered, featuring characters from all across the Marvel Universe within its first nine episodes.

These cameos have ranged in both recognizability and prominence in the plot.

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For instance, MCU fans would certainly recognize characters likeCaptain America(who appeared in episode 7).

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The new series has been full of cameos including characters likeDoctor Doomwho have yet to appear in the MCU.

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This all makes it seem like the possibilities for who can cameo in the series are endless.

Still, Deadpool was specifically put"off-limits."

However,Deadpool also appearedinX-Men: The Animated Series, albeit briefly.

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But, it is possible that theMultiversal elements ofDeadpool & Wolverinecould be in conflict with a potential cameo.

The finale ofX-Men ‘97Season 1 hits Disney+ on Wednesday, May 15.

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Gillian Blum has been a writer at The Direct since 2022, reporting primarily from New York City.

She also commonly reports on Percy Jackson, Invincible, and other similar franchises.

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