The Merc with a Mouth and his adamantium-clawed companion are back, and film lovers and critics are loving it! “Deadpool & Wolverine,” the highly anticipated R-rated superhero film, debuted with a strong 79% rating on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes. While “Deadpool & Wolverine” has certainly made a splash with an 85% on Rotten Tomatoes, it’s a bit of a letdown compared to its predecessors.

The original film and its sequel both boasted higher scores, setting the bar incredibly high for this latest film. While it’s still a fun ride, fans might be left wanting a little more from the Merc with a Mouth and his clawed counterpart. This score indicates a critical success and bodes well for the movie’s box office performance.

The film reunites Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, reprising their iconic roles of Deadpool and Wolverine, respectively. Fans have been eagerly awaiting this team-up since the success of the first two Deadpool movies.

Early reviews point to a successful blend of action, humor, and character development.

“Deadpool & wolverine retains all the edge of Deadpool’s Fox projects but with enough Disney budget to make his exploits feel bigger and crazier than ever,” noted reviewer Christopher Campbell at Tom’s Guide.

With a positive critical reception and a loyal fanbase, “Deadpool & Wolverine” looks poised to be a summer blockbuster. The film slashes its way into theaters this Friday, July 26th. Get ready for some chimichangas, claws, and the signature fourth-wall-breaking humor that Deadpool is known for.