Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Eben Moss-Bachrach will be in the new Marvel movie.
Marvel has chosen another famous Hollywood actor for its universe!
Natasha Lyonne’s Role in The Fantastic Four Casting Discussions
In May 2024, Natasha Lyonne, along with John Malkovich, were announced to join The Fantastic Four, as reported by Deadline. Additionally, Paul Walter Hauser was confirmed by ET to be part of the team, although their roles are still unknown.
A month prior, ET revealed that Julia Garner would take on the role of the Silver Surfer, with Deadline being the first to share this news. Garner’s character, Shalla-Bal from the comics, adds depth to the cast, which was initially unveiled in February 2024. Amid much speculation, Natasha Lyonne’s name resonated five times across these reports, highlighting her significant presence in the movie’s casting discussions.
Pedro Pascal will be portraying Mister Fantastic, also known as Reed Richards, in The Fantastic Four. Joining him is Vanessa Kirby, renowned for her roles in Mission: Impossible and The Crown, as Sue Storm, aka the Invisible Woman. Joseph Quinn, recognized for his work in Stranger Things, takes on the role of Sue’s brother, Johnny Storm, famously known as the Human Torch.
Moreover, Eben Moss-Bacharach, known for his contribution to The Bear, is returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) as Ben Grimm, also known as The Thing.
Happy Valentine’s Day from Marvel’s First Family! Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Joseph Quinn are The Fantastic Four.
— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) February 14, 2024
Marvel Studios' #TheFantasticFour, in theaters July 25, 2025. pic.twitter.com/dOmLG0m7ie
Marvel’s excitement about this casting was evident as they shared the news on Valentine’s Day alongside an adorable illustration of the team, emphasizing Natasha Lyonne’s involvement. The caption of the post highlighted Natasha Lyonne’s name among the stars, celebrating Marvel’s “First Family.”
With Natasha Lyonne’s inclusion, the ensemble promises to bring a fresh dynamic to the beloved characters. Fans can eagerly await the release of Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four, slated for July 25, 2025. The journey towards this movie began when Marvel president Kevin Feige announced plans for the Fantastic Four film at San Diego Comic-Con in 2022. While originally scheduled for an earlier release, the movie encountered delays, likely attributed to industry strikes in 2023.
This film marks the commencement of a new phase in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), Phase 6, as detailed by Kevin Feige. Phase 6 aims to conclude the Multiverse narrative, culminating with two highly anticipated Avengers movies: Avengers 5 and Avengers: Secret Wars. Natasha Lyonne joins the stellar cast.
The Fantastic Four promises to be a pivotal installment in the ever-expanding MCU. Save the date to catch Natasha Lyonne and the rest of the Fantastic Four team in action on July 25, 2025!
