"X-Men Origins: Wolverine" (2009)
Leading up to the events of "X-Men," "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" — written by David Benioff ("The Kite Runner") — tells the story of Wolverine's epically violent and romantic past, his complex relationship with Victor Creed, and the ominous Weapon X program. Along the way, Wolverine encounters many mutants, both familiar and new, including surprise appearances by several legends of the X-Men universe.
"X-Men Origins: Wolverine" Photo Gallery
Gallery of photos from the movie "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" starring Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Ryan Reynolds, and Taylor Kitsch.
Gallery of photos from the movie "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" starring Hugh Jackman, Liev Schreiber, Ryan Reynolds, and Taylor Kitsch.
"X-Men Origins: Wolverine'' Trailers
Trailers for "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" in Real Player and Windows Media formats.
Trailers for "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" in Real Player and Windows Media formats.
"X-Men Origins: Wolverine" Movie Review
"X-Men Origins: Wolverine" kicks off the summer of 2009 not with a bang, but a semi-enthusiastic, 'could have been better but it's okay enough for an action film if that's all it aspires to be' whimper. Whimper's not exactly the right word as that implies "Wolverine" completely sucks. It doesn't.
"X-Men Origins: Wolverine" kicks off the summer of 2009 not with a bang, but a semi-enthusiastic, 'could have been better but it's okay enough for an action film if that's all it aspires to be' whimper. Whimper's not exactly the right word as that implies "Wolverine" completely sucks. It doesn't.
"X-Men Origins: Wolverine" Press Conference
Hugh Jackman, Taylor Kitsch, Ryan Reynolds, Lynn Collins, will.i.am., and director Gavin Hood discuss "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," the story, the set, and the leaked print on the internet.
Hugh Jackman, Taylor Kitsch, Ryan Reynolds, Lynn Collins, will.i.am., and director Gavin Hood discuss "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," the story, the set, and the leaked print on the internet.
On the Red Carpet - Hugh Jackman
Hugh Jackman spent the weeks leading up to the release of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" trotting the globe promoting the film. And even though we caught up with him on one of his last legs of the tour, Jackman's energy hadn't waned.
Hugh Jackman spent the weeks leading up to the release of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" trotting the globe promoting the film. And even though we caught up with him on one of his last legs of the tour, Jackman's energy hadn't waned.
On the Red Carpet - Ryan Reynolds
Ryan Reynolds has said he's wanted to play Deadpool in the "X-Men" film franchise for quite a while, and with "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" Reynolds finally got his shot at bringing the mutant to life on the big screen.
Ryan Reynolds has said he's wanted to play Deadpool in the "X-Men" film franchise for quite a while, and with "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" Reynolds finally got his shot at bringing the mutant to life on the big screen.
On the Red Carpet - Lynn Collins and Lauren Shuler Donner
At the special LA screening of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" - the action film that kicks off the 2009 summer movie season - Lynn Collins ('Kayla Silverfox') and producer Lauren Shuler Donner chatted up the highly anticipated movie.
At the special LA screening of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" - the action film that kicks off the 2009 summer movie season - Lynn Collins ('Kayla Silverfox') and producer Lauren Shuler Donner chatted up the highly anticipated movie.
On the Red Carpet - Kevin Durand
Kevin Durand wanted to play a mutant in an "X-Men" movie after seeing the first film back in 2000. He gets his wish with "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" which introduces some new mutants to the big screen including Durand's character, The Blob.
Kevin Durand wanted to play a mutant in an "X-Men" movie after seeing the first film back in 2000. He gets his wish with "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" which introduces some new mutants to the big screen including Durand's character, The Blob.
On the Red Carpet - Danny Huston and will.i.am
Danny Huston is so good at playing bad that he makes it look easy. In "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," Huston takes on the role of William Stryker, the man responsible for making Logan into Wolverine. And will.i.am gets powered up as mutant John Wraith.
Danny Huston is so good at playing bad that he makes it look easy. In "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," Huston takes on the role of William Stryker, the man responsible for making Logan into Wolverine. And will.i.am gets powered up as mutant John Wraith.
On the Red Carpet - Tim Pocock
Tim Pocock makes his feature film acting debut in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" starring Hugh Jackman and Danny Huston. Pocock plays a young Scott Summers ('Cyclops') in this origin tale which finds Wolverine in love and mutants in danger.
Tim Pocock makes his feature film acting debut in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" starring Hugh Jackman and Danny Huston. Pocock plays a young Scott Summers ('Cyclops') in this origin tale which finds Wolverine in love and mutants in danger.
On the Red Carpet - Gavin Hood
Gavin Hood ("Tsotsi," "Rendition") tackles the biggest film of his directorial career - thus far - with "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," the fourth "X-Men" movie and the first to explore one specific character's origins.
Gavin Hood ("Tsotsi," "Rendition") tackles the biggest film of his directorial career - thus far - with "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," the fourth "X-Men" movie and the first to explore one specific character's origins.
"X-Men Origins: Wolverine" Exclusive Premiere Photos
Exclusive gallery of photos from the LA premiere of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" featuring Hugh Jackman, Ryan Reynolds, Halle Berry, Mel Gibson, Lynn Collins, Anjelica Huston, Danny Huston, Gavin Hood, will.i.am, Fergie, Tim Pocock, Tahyna Tozzi, Kevin Durand, Dominic Monaghan, Daniel Henney, Amanda Peet, David Benioff, Diora Baird, Kelsey Grammer, Zachary Levi, and Mary Lynn Rajskub.
Exclusive gallery of photos from the LA premiere of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" featuring Hugh Jackman, Ryan Reynolds, Halle Berry, Mel Gibson, Lynn Collins, Anjelica Huston, Danny Huston, Gavin Hood, will.i.am, Fergie, Tim Pocock, Tahyna Tozzi, Kevin Durand, Dominic Monaghan, Daniel Henney, Amanda Peet, David Benioff, Diora Baird, Kelsey Grammer, Zachary Levi, and Mary Lynn Rajskub.
"X-Men Origins: Wolverine" Movie Credits
Cast and crew list for "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," MPAA rating, and release date info.
Cast and crew list for "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," MPAA rating, and release date info.
Director Gavin Hood Talks "Wolverine"
(Oct 2007) At the press conference for the dramatic thriller "Rendition," director Gavin Hood couldn’t avoid a couple of questions about his next project – "Wolverine." Hood's filmmaking background didn't exactly set him up as the go-to guy for directing a big-budget action film about a clawed (and flawed) mutant hero.
(Oct 2007) At the press conference for the dramatic thriller "Rendition," director Gavin Hood couldn’t avoid a couple of questions about his next project – "Wolverine." Hood's filmmaking background didn't exactly set him up as the go-to guy for directing a big-budget action film about a clawed (and flawed) mutant hero.
Exclusive Interview with Director Gavin Hood
(April 2009) Exclusive interview with director Gavin Hood on "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," working with Hugh Jackman, Wolverine's war background, CGI, and not using shaky cam tactics.
(April 2009) Exclusive interview with director Gavin Hood on "X-Men Origins: Wolverine," working with Hugh Jackman, Wolverine's war background, CGI, and not using shaky cam tactics.
"Wolverine" Leaked Online
(April 2009) A full month before its release, an illegal copy of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" found its way onto the net.
(April 2009) A full month before its release, an illegal copy of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" found its way onto the net.
Hugh Jackman Reacts to "Wolverine" Leak
(April 2009) While promoting the movie in Australia, Hugh Jackman spoke about the leaked print.
(April 2009) While promoting the movie in Australia, Hugh Jackman spoke about the leaked print.
Hugh Jackman on "Wolverine" the Movie
Hugh Jackman on screenwriter David Benioff, the story, the appeal of playing Wolverine, and why it's not "X-Men 4."
Hugh Jackman on screenwriter David Benioff, the story, the appeal of playing Wolverine, and why it's not "X-Men 4."
Ryan Reynolds on Playing Deadpool
(March 2009) During his press rounds for the independent film "Adventureland," Ryan Reynolds was, of course, asked about his part in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine." Reynolds makes his "X-Men" debut playing Wade Wilson (aka Deadpool) in the highly anticipated spin-off from the "X-Men" film trilogy.
(March 2009) During his press rounds for the independent film "Adventureland," Ryan Reynolds was, of course, asked about his part in "X-Men Origins: Wolverine." Reynolds makes his "X-Men" debut playing Wade Wilson (aka Deadpool) in the highly anticipated spin-off from the "X-Men" film trilogy.
Liev Schreiber's a Wolverine Fan
(Dec 2008) While doing press for "Defiance," Schreiber talked about being a fan of the Wolverine character and fighting with Hugh Jackman.
(Dec 2008) While doing press for "Defiance," Schreiber talked about being a fan of the Wolverine character and fighting with Hugh Jackman.
"X-Men Origins: Wolverine" Poster
Hugh Jackman looks fierce on the teaser poster for "X-Men Origins: Wolverine."
Hugh Jackman looks fierce on the teaser poster for "X-Men Origins: Wolverine."
"Wolverine" Premiere News
(Apr 2009) 20th Century Fox let fans decide where to hold a premiere for "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" and an Arizona city won out.
(Apr 2009) 20th Century Fox let fans decide where to hold a premiere for "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" and an Arizona city won out.
"Wolverine" Cast Expands
(Feb 2008) Dominic Monaghan, Ryan Reynolds, will.i.am, and Taylor Kitsch have joined the cast of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" starring Hugh Jackman.
(Feb 2008) Dominic Monaghan, Ryan Reynolds, will.i.am, and Taylor Kitsch have joined the cast of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" starring Hugh Jackman.
Gavin Hood Takes on Directing Duties for "Wolverine"
(July 2007) 20th Century Fox has tapped Gavin Hood to direct "Wolverine," the "X-Men" spinoff starring Hugh Jackman as the clawed mutant.
(July 2007) 20th Century Fox has tapped Gavin Hood to direct "Wolverine," the "X-Men" spinoff starring Hugh Jackman as the clawed mutant.
The First Serious Bit of "Wolverine" News
(Oct 2004) David Benioff will write "Wolverine," a movie based on the popular X-Men character played by Hugh Jackman in the "X-Men" movies.
(Oct 2004) David Benioff will write "Wolverine," a movie based on the popular X-Men character played by Hugh Jackman in the "X-Men" movies.
Official "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" Website
20th Century Fox's official site for "X-Men Origins: Wolverine." Release Date: May 1, 2009
20th Century Fox's official site for "X-Men Origins: Wolverine." Release Date: May 1, 2009