Marvel Studios Assembles 'The Fantastic Four' Cast
The wait is over! After months of anticipation and speculation, Marvel Studios has unveiled the cast for their highly anticipated Fantastic Four reboot. The announcement, made on Valentine's Day 2024, sent shockwaves through the Marvel fandom, generating a lot excitement for the upcoming film.
Stepping into the iconic role of Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic is the acclaimed Pedro Pascal. Renowed for his performances in The Mandalorian and The Last of Us, Pascal brings his undeniable charisma and protective "fatherly" nature to the role of the team's brilliant leader.
Joining him as the ever-loving Sue Storm/Invisible Woman is the talented Vanessa Kirby. Known for her captivating portrayals in The Crown and Mission: Impossible - Fallout, Kirby is poised to embody Sue's grace and unwavering strength.
Joseph Quinn, who garnered widespread acclaim for his breakout role in Stranger Things, takes on the mantle of the literal hothead yet endearing Johnny Storm/Human Torch. Many eager to see what Quinn brings to Johnny's on the big screen.
Rounding out the team as the gruff yet loyal Ben Grimm/The Thing is the versatile Ebon Moss-Bachrach. Moss-Bachrach, recognized for his roles in The Punisher and The Bear, brings his signature no-nonsense charm and depth to the role of the ever-lovin' blue-eyed Thing.
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The announcement was accompanied by a delightful teaser image featuring the cast in character, offering a glimpse into their family chemistry. The image showcases Reed and Sue enjoying a Valentine's Day moment, while Johnny and Ben laugh, and a hint of HERBIE, the team's robotic companion. Eagle-eyed fans have noticed the TIME Magazine cover that Ben is holding is dated 1963, a possible hit at the year the film with take place.
The actors' established talent and diverse backgrounds promise to bring a fresh and exciting perspective to the Marvel Cinematic Universe's portrayal of the iconic Fantastic Four. Are you excited about this new Fantastic Four cast?
Fantastic Four is slated for release on July 25, 2025, directed by Matt Shakman with a screenplay by Josh Friedman, Jeff Kaplan, and Ian Springer.
