Deadpool & Wolverine is now making historic changes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Aside from being the first Deadpool film under Marvel Studios and the first movie that will officially introduce X-Men to the MCU, it makes another Marvel history after receiving an audience age rating of R15+ in Japan, which is quite different from other movies from the franchise.
The official website of Marvel Japan has confirmed that The Japanese Film Ethics Classification and Rating Organization system, or simply EIRIN, gives Deadpool & Wolverine an age rating of R15+. Though it’s a first for a Marvel Studios movie in the said Asian country, the first two Deadpool films, which were still under 20th Century Fox, received the same rating. Hence, the third film’s rating was quite expected.
Following the EIRIN system, films with an R15+ rating can only be seen by individuals aged 15 and older. No one younger than 15 can enter the theaters to watch the movie.
Though the studio has yet to reveal the reason behind its R15+ rating, the first Deadpool movie was rated the same due to its “highly stimulating depictions of murder, bloodshed, and sexual love.” Deadpool 2, alternatively, also had the same rating for its depiction of “severe bodily injury, killing, injury, and bleeding caused by swords and firearms.”
In the US, Deadpool & Wolverine is rated R, which means it’s “restricted,” and kids under 17 years old can only see the film if they’re accompanied by adults. So, while the US and Japan’s ratings differ, they’re both trying to prevent children from seeing potentially harmful content that the film will depict.
For starters, other Marvel Studios movies in Japan received a G rating, which means general and suitable for all ages. In the US, however, they received a PG-13 rating because some materials might not be appropriate for children under 13 years old. This way, Disney can maintain its family-friendly reputation and tone.
Why do Deadpool & Wolverine receive R15+ and R ratings?
Fans who have seen the first two Deadpool movies probably know why Deadpool & Wolverine received R15+ and R ratings in Japan and the US. For a film to be deemed unsuitable for younger audiences, it means it will feature mature content.
In fact, its ratings don’t come as a surprise at all. The first two films are full of violence, curse words, and sexual scenes, making the franchise not good for kids. Now that Wolverine joins Deadpool 3, viewers can expect to see more action-packed scenes, complete with dicing and slicing, which are not suitable for young audiences. It’s also good to note that the 2000 X-Men movie is rated R due to its great deal of comic-book violence.
What is Deadpool & Wolverine about?
Fans will finally see Wade Wilson and Logan working together in Deadpool & Wolverine. After the Merc with a Mouth’s abduction by the TVA, the two will find themselves fighting off the same enemy in the MCU. It will start with their first meeting when Wolverine recovers from his injuries. From there, they’re about to go on a mission that will change Marvel’s shared universe.
You can read the synopsis below:
Wolverine is recovering from his injuries when he crosses paths with the loudmouth Deadpool. They team up to defeat a common enemy.
Deadpool & Wolverine is set to simultaneously release in Japan and the US on July 26. Dubbed as an irresponsible hero and a dangerous adamantium-clawed mutant, putting these two together will be dangerous for younger audiences to see.
