Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman have called on fans to be “heroes” by donating blood in a new appeal video for the NHS. The Hollywood stars have formed the collaboration with NHS Blood and Transplant ahead of the launch of their superhero movie Deadpool & Wolverine later this month. In an appeal video, the pair explain that while their action film sees a lot of fake bloodshed, it is real blood that is needed to help save lives.
Australian actor Jackman adds: “Real blood is harder to come by, that’s why the NHS needs heroes like you to donate blood. “Just one hour of your time could save up to three lives.” The video finishes with Reynolds asking “Will you be a giver to a receiver in need?” and urging viewers to book an appointment, with Jackman and Reynolds both apologising for the Deadpool star’s tongue-in-cheek comment.
The clip is already showing on Channel 4 on demand and will be shown in cinemas with the tagline “be the giving type”. The upcoming collaboration film, which will debut in cinemas on July 25, sees Reynolds return to his role as the foul-mouthed anti-hero Deadpool, while Hugh Jackman reprised his role as the almost indestructible Wolverine. Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman attending Deadpool and Wolverine UK sneak peek in London (Ian West/PA) .
“Deadpool saves the day, but blood donors save lives. We hope film fans will be inspired to become a hero in their own story by giving blood. “Right now the NHS needs more young people to become .
