when Tim Miller Joined as Director 2016 dead Poolhe’s not in it for the money, which is a good thing considering how much money he makes.
In a recent interview with Collider , Miller discussed the financial realities of being a first-time feature director, even on a blockbuster superhero movie.
Miller explained: “You may not know this, but being a first-time director in Hollywood is not very lucrative. I was paid $225,000 to direct. dead Pool. I know that sounds like a lot of money, but for two years of work, it’s not a lot of money.
Marvel movies starring Ryan Reynoldsgrossing over $782 million at the global box office, becoming one of the most successful R-rated movies of all time.
Despite the film’s huge success, Miller’s salary was still low by Hollywood standards. Looking back on the current situation, Miller said:
“It’s not that I’m not grateful, I really am, and that’s just the way it is, because when you first become a director, that’s what you’re supposed to do. My agent said, ‘Man, you make more money in one episode. many The Walking Dead!
although dead Pool As Miller steps into the spotlight and launches a blockbuster franchise, he admits he can’t help but wonder what might have been.
“I feel so lucky to be a part of this huge franchise,” he shared. “Then my second thought was, I hope my directing deal gets a cut of the merchandising so I can Get some money out of all this.
Miller did not return for the 2018 sequel, which was directed by David Leitch,but dead Pool Franchising continues to thrive. After Disney acquired Fox in 2017, the character was integrated into Marvel Studios’ MCU. The third installment, Deadpool and Wolverinedirected by Sean Levyto be released in 2024.
While Miller may not have been well paid while directing dead PoolIt’s a shame, as his work on this film cemented his reputation in Hollywood and paved the way for a hugely successful franchise.