# Should Deadpool stop joking to become a true Marvel hero?

A Guardian article questions whether Deadpool's constant humor prevents him from being seen as a serious Marvel superhero. It examines if the character needs to mature to fit into the broader Marvel universe. This reflects ongoing debates about balancing comedy and gravity in superhero storytelling.

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- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2026/jul/24/deadpool-marvel-avengers-doomsday-time-he-grew-up-week-in-geek) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 11:44:06 GMT