Recent Developments in the Casting Rumors for the MCU’s Fantastic Four: Pedro Pascal Emerges as a Potential Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby Considered for Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn Eyed for Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach in Talks for The Thing
Following the conclusion of the SAG-AFTRA strike, fresh reports are circulating regarding the cast of Marvel Studios’ highly anticipated Fantastic Four reboot, which will integrate Marvel’s First Family into the interconnected MCU. While an official announcement is imminent, various outlets have compiled potential casting details for one of the most significant upcoming Marvel films.
- Pedro Pascal as Mister Fantastic (Reed Richards):
- Recent reports suggest that Marvel Studios is eyeing Pedro Pascal for the role of Reed Richards, also known as Mister Fantastic. Pascal, celebrated for his roles in ‘The Mandalorian’ and ‘The Last of Us,’ would bring considerable star power to the film. However, it’s contingent on scheduling, given Pascal’s commitments to projects such as Ridley Scott’s ‘Gladiator 2,’ the second season of HBO’s ‘The Last Of Us,’ and ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 4.
- Marvel Studios reportedly considered other actors, including Jamie Dornan, Christopher Abbott, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Adam Driver, before leaning toward Pascal.
- Vanessa Kirby as Invisible Woman (Sue Storm):
- Vanessa Kirby is rumored to be the frontrunner for the role of Sue Storm, also known as the Invisible Woman and Reed Richards’ wife in the comics. Known for her roles in the ‘Mission Impossible’ franchise, ‘The Crown,’ and ‘Pieces of a Woman,’ Kirby’s potential casting aligns with reports of Marvel Studios ruling out a bigger star due to budget concerns.
- Emma Stone was initially considered for the role, but budget considerations led Marvel to explore other options before reportedly settling on Kirby.
- Joseph Quinn as Human Torch (Johnny Storm):
- Joseph Quinn is reportedly the leading candidate for the role of Johnny Storm, also known as the Human Torch and Sue’s younger brother. Following his breakout role in Netflix’s ‘Stranger Things’ Season 4, Quinn has garnered attention for major projects, including Ridley Scott’s ‘Gladiator 2’ and ‘A Quiet Place: Day One.’
- Initial rumors suggested Jack Quaid for the role, but the actor debunked these reports.
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach as The Thing (Ben Grimm):
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach is reportedly under consideration for the role of Ben Grimm, famously known as The Thing. With roles in FX’s ‘The Bear’ and Netflix’s ‘The Punisher,’ Moss-Bachrach is emerging as a potential choice. Initially, Marvel expressed concerns about the ages of both Moss-Bachrach and Pascal, but star power appears to take precedence.
- The Thing’s character, a childhood friend of Reed Richards, undergoes a transformative process, and Moss-Bachrach’s potential casting suggests the character may involve significant digital work or motion capture.
While these casting details remain speculative, they offer fans a glimpse into the potential lineup for Marvel’s reimagining of the Fantastic Four. As fans await the official announcement, the prospect of Pascal, Kirby, Quinn, and Moss-Bachrach embodying these iconic characters has sparked excitement and anticipation within the Marvel community.
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