Executive Claims ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Are Behind the Rise in Online Piracy

Deadpool & Wolverine has undoubtedly been one of the top-grossing films of the year, earning over $1 billion at the box office and securing its place as one of the most profitable superhero movies ever made. Despite a mixed reception from critics, fans loved it, and it ranked second on the annual box office list, just behind Inside Out 2.

However, while the movie continues to dominate discussions, especially among MCU fans, it seems to have sparked an unexpected and troubling trend online—one that many may not have even noticed.

Remember the leaks of scenes from the film before its release? You might not have thought much about it, but according to an unnamed studio executive who spoke to Variety, this is part of a much bigger issue. We’re about to dive into the details!

As fans, we love to revisit scenes from our favorite movies. Whether it’s a leak we want to see before the movie hits theaters or just a scene we want to watch again, we’re always eager to enjoy them.

This is why platforms like YouTube are filled with movie and TV scenes, many of which are officially released. It’s a great way for fans to relive moments, and it benefits both the fans and the studios.

But have you noticed a different trend on X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok? Now, even if you haven’t seen the movie yet, you can find the final scene from Wicked online, just after its theater release.

Leaked scenes from Gladiator II appeared before the movie even premiered, and intimate moments from the upcoming film Queer have been circulating online since September. A similar situation occurred with Deadpool & Wolverine this past summer, and it seems this movie might have started this trend. Here’s why:

Something has happened post-pandemic where movie theater behavior has really changed. They have a different relationship with the material, it’s all just content to them. Something really happened with that movie.

Source: Variety

The article doesn’t name the source, but whoever it is suggests that Deadpool & Wolverine sparked a negative trend. People are increasingly treating movies as mere content to be shared on social media, without considering the legal and artistic implications of their actions.

While it’s true that most fans don’t have bad intentions and simply want to share their appreciation for the film, and although the clips are typically short (even if they can last for several minutes) and don’t feature the entire movie, the reality is that what fans are doing is piracy. That’s the bottom line.

This is why there are clear warnings before movie screenings that recording is strictly prohibited, yet fans continue to do it and post the footage online.

Social media platforms allow it, and studios, with their legal teams, aren’t taking action—it’s just happening, and it seems like everyone is turning a blind eye. In fact, studios may even be using it as a PR tool.

However, this behavior can show a lack of respect for the filmmakers and their work. We hope this trend doesn’t discourage people from attending theaters, as the best way to show your support for a movie is to buy a ticket and watch it on the big screen!

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