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Pedro Pascal has ignited fan excitement by posting the first cast photo of Marvel’s highly anticipated superhero team, the Fantastic Four. The actor took to social media to share a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the core cast, captioned succinctly, “Our first mission.”
The ensemble boasts a stellar lineup: Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/The Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/The Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing. Joining them in this powerhouse cast, Julia Garner steps into the role of The Silver Surfer, while Paul Walter Hauser’s role remains shrouded in mystery.
Slated for a release date of July 25, 2025, Fantastic Four is directed by Matt Shakman, renowned for his work on WandaVision. The screenplay is the result of a collaborative effort by Eric Pearson, Josh Friedman, Jeff Kaplan, and Ian Springer, with contributions from WandaVision’s Peter Cameron. This creative powerhouse promises to bring a fresh, dynamic take to one of Marvel’s most iconic teams.
The Fantastic Four has long been a cornerstone property for Marvel. Created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, they first appeared in 1961’s Fantastic Four No. 1. This comic book not only introduced the team but also launched the Marvel Universe, an interconnected world featuring beloved heroes like Spider-Man and Daredevil. The Fantastic Four has seen several adaptations, from Tim Story’s 2000s features to Josh Trank’s ill-fated 2015 reboot. Even Roger Corman’s never-released B-movie version in the 1990s has its place in the franchise’s storied history.
With such a rich legacy and a cast of this caliber, Fantastic Four is set to be a monumental entry in the MCU, reigniting the flame of Marvel’s first family for a new generation.
The Fantastic Four
Set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and based on the Marvel Comics characters of the same name.
Release Date: July 25, 2025
Director: Matt Shakman
Cast: Pedro Pascal , Vanessa Kirby , Ebon Moss-Bachrach
