WolverineThe stars of “X-Men Origins: Wolverine” brought a little Hollywood glitz and glamour to Tempe, Arizona as they attended the world premiere screening of the movie on Monday.

The city won the right to host the world premiere via an online voting contest sponsored by Twentieth Century Fox.

According to the Arizona Republic, thousands of people – many of whom camped out the night before – showed up for the event at the Harkins Tempe Marketplace theatre.

Jackman arrived at the premiere in style, riding in on a Harley Davidson motorbike in a nod to his mutant counterpart. He was also presented with a “Wolverine Parking Only” placard from the mayor of Tempe, Hugh Hallman, who proclaimed the day “X-Men Day.”

“I waited three years for this moment and now the world premiere is here in Arizona,” Jackman said. “I’m proud to be here with the cast . . . and show it to you first.”

Fans also went wild at the sight of Jackman’s “Wolverine” co-stars, including Ryan Reynolds, Liev Schreiber, Lynn Collins, will.i.am and Taylor Kitsch.

“I think this is how they should do it from now on. I really do,” said Reynolds, who plays the mutant Deadpool. “L.A. has had their fair share of Hollywood premieres. So has New York. This is the way to do it. You get to be interactive with the fans.”

Following the pre-party, the movie was shown on all 16 screens at the theatre to thousands of lucky fans who’d snagged tickets.

“Wolverine” hits theatres across the U.S. and Canada on Friday.






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