Marvel has announced the new lineup for the upcoming “Fantastic Four” film, set to premiere on July 25, 2025, featuring Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach in the lead roles. Matt Shakman will direct, and the script is written by Jeff Kaplan, Ian Springer, Josh Friedman, and Cameron Squires, known for their work on “Wanda Vision.”
Marvel Studios' The Fantastic Four arrives in theaters July 25, 2025. pic.twitter.com/Y8KfOo8ZoZ— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) February 14, 2024
What is the 6th phase of Marvel?
The upcoming "Fantastic Four" movie is set to be in Phase Six of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Phase Six is a group of superhero films produced by Marvel Studios, with characters from Marvel Comics. This phase includes all Marvel Studios movies from mid-2025 to mid-2027, distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. Phase Six starts with "Thunderbolts," directed by Jake Schreier, in May 2025. Disney changed the release dates for "The Fantastic Four" and "Thunderbolts," with the former now set for July 25, 2025, and the latter for May 2, 2025.
This film is a significant reboot of Josh Trank's "Fantastic Four" (2015), which received mostly negative reviews from MCU fans. It received only 9 positive reviews out of 263 on Rotten Tomatoes.
About the movie 'Fantastic Four'
The Marvel Studios shared a retro photo on social media featuring the four in their respective roles.It shows them in their uniforms, with Pascal, 48, and Kirby, 35, holding hands, and Moss-Bachrach, 46, reading a magazine. Based on the comic book, the film will follow the crew after they are exposed to cosmic radiation and develop superhero abilities, transforming them into celebrities. Moss-Bachrach will play Ben Grimm, also known as The Thing, whose skin appears to be made of rocks.
He recently won an Emmy for his role as Cousin Richie in the hit high-stress kitchen drama The Bear, and he previously played Desi Harperin on the TV show Girls.
The casting of Pascal, Kirby, Quinn, and Moss-Bachrach shows Marvel's commitment to assembling a star-studded cast to breathe new life into iconic characters. Each actor brings a distinct blend of charisma and depth to their roles, ensuring an engaging portrayal of Marvel's First Family. 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' #TheFantasticFour, in theaters July 25, 2025. pic.twitter.com/dOmLG0m7ie— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) February 14, 2024
Furthermore, Marvel fans speculate that the film will take place in the 1960s, which is supported by a nostalgic Valentine's Day card featuring The Thing engrossed in a copy of Life Magazine dated December 13, 1963. This deliberate nod to the era foreshadows a captivating story that weaves together pivotal moments in American and Marvel history.
The film, directed by Matt Shakman, known for his work on 'WandaVision', and written by a talented team including Jeff Kaplan, Ian Springer, and Josh Friedman, promises to captivate audiences with its mix of action, humour, and heart. As Marvel expands its cinematic universe, 'The Fantastic Four' is set to leave an indelible mark on superhero cinema, ushering in a new era of adventure and excitement.
With the stage set and the cast ready, Marvel's 'The Fantastic Four', a thrilling chapter in the ever-expanding saga of Earth's mightiest heroes, is about to arrive.
(Inputs from agencies)
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