April Fool's Day Celebrates Deadpool with New Trading Cards
Christopher Davis
Updated on May 17, 2026
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To celebrate April Fool’s Day, Marvel and Topps are launching a celebration of one of comics’ biggest jokesters, . For over 30 years, the Merc With a Mouth has blazed a trail of chaos and carnage across the Marvel Universe, all the while slinging quips and one-liners rivaling those of Spider-Man.
and Fabian Nicieza, Deadpool arrived on the scene in 1991. Born Wade Wilson, Deadpool was a product of the Weapon Plus Project, which gave him a healing factor on par with Wolverine’s. Skilled in a variety of weapons as well as hand-to-hand combat techniques, Deadpool is one of Marvel’s deadliest, but funny, assassins.
The past decade has been kind to Deadpool. Whereas many of his peers introduced at the same time have fallen into obscurity, or are objects of derision, Deadpool is going as strong as ever, thanks to three feature films, one set in the MCU, as well as a continual stream of comics and guest appearances.
Topps Is Releasing An Awesome Line of Deadpool Trading Cards
Topps Is Going All Out For Its Deadpool Trading Cards
Given Deadpool’s gimmick, April Fool’s Day is the perfect occasion to celebrate the character. Topps, one of the premier manufacturers of trading cards, is getting in on the act with a new line commemorating the violent, but hilarious, world Wade Wilson works and fights in. And the best part is: these cards are available now, and ScreenRant is pleased to offer a first look at these gorgeous collectibles.
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Topps has provided a first look at some of the cards making up its new Deadpool collection, shared above. The cards feature a mixture of scenes from Deadpool’s various film outings, mixed in with other cards spotlighting characters such as Cable, Sabretooth and Peter, Deadpool’s friend. Topps is going deep into Deadpool’s past.
And it would not be a trading card line without premium chase cards as well. Topps has revealed that the line will feature sketch cards as well as some with autographs by actors. In the first look provided by Topps, fans can see the design of the autograph cards, featuring signatures by Dafne Keen and Josh Brolin, both of whom have starred in Deadpool’s movies. The 100-card set will be available at noon Eastern Standard Time, on the EQL platform.
Deadpool Deseves His Own Trading Card Line
Topps Also Acknowledges Deadpool's Supporting Cast
Deadpool is one of comics’ most popular characters. His zippy one-liners and continual breaking of the fourth wall have endeared him to legions of fans for generations, and now Topps has crafted the ultimate celebration for Wade Wilson. The cards are stunning in design, perfectly capturing Deadpool’s vibe and swagger. Topps also acknowledges that Deadpool has one of comics' best supporting casts, and gives them cards as well.
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Although it may be hard to believe, at one point, nearly every major movie and TV program received a line of trading cards. In the 1980s, it was not unusual to see cards for not only Star Wars, but Alf and even Growing Pains as well. While this may not be the case today, companies such as Topps are still producing high-quality collectibles that give fans a cool way to commemorate their favorite characters.
In the 1980s, it was not unusual to see cards for not only Star Wars, but Alf and even Growing Pains as well.
And no character in pop culture is more deserving of a trading card line than Deadpool. Topps has done right by the Merc With a Mouth by creating some truly awesome-looking cards. While April Fool’s Day may not be for everyone, Deadpool fans are going to have plenty of reasons to celebrate the day
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