​Deadpool isn't just known for the being the first R-rated superhero film to come out of the Marvel universe, but for breaking records, as the first film took in over $132m despite being made with a $58m budget.





The budget for the sequel was doubled, and according to ​The Hollywood Reporter, early showings of Deadpool 2 show the film already breaking records.

Suit up. Grab a friend. Join the Pool Party. Get your #Deadpool2 tickets at https://t.co/Q7XP5Hlcyi pic.twitter.com/V8doDY89yr — Deadpool Movie (@deadpoolmovie) May 18, 2018

Earning $18.6m for the Thursday opening, Deadpool 2 surpasses It ($13.5m) and the original Deadpool ($12.6m) to become the highest earning R-rated film for a Thursday opening, likely to continue into opening weekend numbers.





Even more, Deadpool 2 took the prize for the biggest Thursday preview of any Marvel film not produced for the MCU.

10 years all lead to this. #Deadpool2 opens in theaters tonight. Get tickets at https://t.co/Q7XP5Hlcyi pic.twitter.com/UttoVihrjK — Deadpool Movie (@deadpoolmovie) May 17, 2018

The original Deadpool is the second highest grossing R-rated film of all time, maxing out at $363m, just behind The Passion Of the Christ ($370 domestic, and $783.1 worldwide).





Early projections for Deadpool 2 showed the film taking in $154m for opening weekend, which would break its own record for Deadpool as well, thanks to a wave of positive reviews.

Deadpool 2 is currently playing in theaters.