'Deadpool & Wolverine' has emerged as the second-highest grossing movie of the year, trailing only behind Disney/Pixar's 'Inside Out 2,' which has earned $652.9 million.

Globally, it recorded the largest opening for an R-rated film with $441 million.

Directed by Shawn Levy, known for his work on 'Stranger Things' and 'Free Guy,' the film has received widespread acclaim from both audiences and critics.

It boasts an A CinemaScore and a 95% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes from audience reviews, indicating strong viewer satisfaction.

With a staggering global gross of $1.336 billion, 'Deadpool & Wolverine' now holds the title of the highest-grossing R-rated film of all time.

The film has also surpassed 'Barbie' to become the 12th highest-grossing film at the domestic box office, earning $636 million in North America.

This weekend, 'Deadpool & Wolverine' added $679,000 to its domestic total, bringing it to $636.3 million.

Remarkably, it achieved this milestone in just 87 days, while 'Barbie' took 185 days to reach its domestic total.

The film broke multiple records upon its release, including the biggest opening weekend for an R-rated movie, grossing $211 million domestically.

Since its release in July, 'Deadpool & Wolverine' has maintained a steady presence in theaters, even as digital home release options became available.

Hugh Jackman reprises his iconic role as Wolverine, marking what he claims will be his final appearance, alongside Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool.

The film's success comes at a time when Marvel Studios and the superhero genre have faced mixed box office results, highlighting a renewed interest in original and engaging storytelling.