Fans of the 'Merc with a mouth' have anxiously awaited the release of the 2016 "Deadpool" movie, with many fearing it would not live up to the comic book character we all know and love. This was particularly due to rumors last year of the antihero movie receiving a PG-13 rating, as Deadpool famously takes violence and vulgarity to all new levels.

I am here to inform the masses: "Deadpool" did not disappoint! Here's a step by step overview of how the Marvel franchise was able to live up to fans expectations (spoiler warning!).

1. Gratuitous breaking of the Fourth Wall

Deadpool has been known to directly address his audience by blatantly ignoring the usual reader-character relationship. There are several instances where Deadpool not only spoke directly to the audience, but referenced Ryan Reynolds' past movies, such as the flop, "Green Lantern" and spoke about the various plot lines involved with the "X-Men" Franchise.

2. They didn't shirk on Deadpool's real look

Many producers would want to preserve the gorgeous creature that is Ryan Reynolds, but the creative team chose to stay true to the Deadpool storyline. The character is supposed to be scarred and mutilated from his experiences, and "Deadpool" sure did not disappoint.

3. Or the violence

It was really gory. Like shish-kebabbed humans, removal of body parts, squashed like a bug on a windshield, gory.

4. Or the comedy

And even funnier than expected! Who knew completely inappropriate, well-timed jokes would enrapture audiences across the country? Oh, wait.

5. Ryan Reynolds defied all expectations

After having played Deadpool in an 'alternate' timeline, where the studio felt the need to sew one of the greatest characters' mouths shut (but we're not bitter or anything), some people were pretty nervous about him taking over the role. However, it can now be safely said that no one else could have played the role better.

The after credit scene pretty much guaranteed a sequel, and we could not be more ready for it! Until then buh-bye! *chica-chica*