'Deadpool 2' on Track to Make $150 Million Opening Weekend On Thursday, The Hollywood Reporter said If predictions ring true, it will make more than ‘Deadpool,’ which raked in $132.4 million in its debut weekend back in February 2016. The first film went on to gross $783 million at the worldwide box office, making it the highest-grossing R-rated film ever. ‘Deadpool 2’ is directed by David Leitch and will see a return from cast members Ryan Reynolds, T.J. Miller and
Morena Baccarin. Josh Brolin, Zazie Beetz and Julian Dennison join the cast for part two. ‘Deadpool 2’ hits theaters May 18.