Marvel Studios has announced an impressive lineup for its upcoming superhero film, “The Fantastic Four,” which is set for release in 2025. Pedro Pascal and Vanessa Kirby will play the roles of Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic and Sue Storm/The Invisible Woman, building on the legacy of previous film adaptations of the popular comic book series. Notably, this iteration of “The Fantastic Four” will be integrated into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), adding a new dimension to the series.
The Cast of ‘The Fantastic Four’
Pedro Pascal and Vanessa Kirby were confirmed as the leads of the film in February 2024. Joining them to complete the eponymous quartet are Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/The Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing. Ralph Ineson has been selected to play the movie’s supervillain, Galactus, who consumes the energy of other planets. The casting news was announced with a tribute to the characters’ origins, featuring a 1960s-style poster and comic-accurate costumes for the actors.
Over the past few months, the ensemble has grown to include Julia Garner, in the role of Shalla-Bal (an installment of the well-known Silver Surfer), according to Deadline in April 2024.
What to Expect from ‘The Fantastic Four’
While Marvel Studios is known for keeping movie plot details confidential, the promotional material shared in February 2024 has hinted at the direction for the new film. The poster hinted at the comic book origins of the Fantastic Four, suggesting the movie may emulate this aspect. In the comic series, the characters gain their powers following a disastrous space flight. The likelihood remains high that the film will follow this origin story for its heroes.
Role of ‘The Fantastic Four’ in the MCU
The upcoming 2025 release of ‘The Fantastic Four’ is set to be its debut in the MCU, thanks to Disney’s acquisition of 21st Century Fox in 2019. The film stands to mark a significant period in the increasingly intricate MCU, which has begun integrating other characters that were formerly property of Fox, such as the Deadpool and X-Men franchises. Already, John Krasinski has made his MCU debut with a cameo as Reed Richards in the 2022 film “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.”
Director of ‘The Fantastic Four’
Matt Shakman, renowned for directing the 2021 Disney+ series “WandaVision,” is slated to helm the upcoming superhero film. Shakman took on the project following the departure of Jon Watts, previous director of Tom Holland’s “Spider-Man” trilogy, in April 2022.
Wrapping Up
The latest iteration of “The Fantastic Four” promises an exciting new take on the beloved Marvel comic series, with a power-packed cast and integration into the larger MCU narrative. With suspense building up towards its 2025 release, fans are eagerly anticipating more updates about the film. For more such exciting news and updates, head over to HitPlay.