Marvel’s film franchise continues to captivate audiences with its star-studded cast and interesting casting choices. Recently at MCM Comic Con in London, actor David Tennant revealed that he had expressed interest in playing Mister Fantastic in the upcoming film “The Fantastic Four: First Steps.” Tennant, known for his roles in iconic franchises like “Doctor Who” and “Harry Potter,” shared that he was excited about the prospect of embodying Reed Richards but acknowledged that the role went to someone else.
“I did slightly have my eye on Reed Richards, and unfortunately, it looks like they’ve gone in a different direction,” Tennant remarked, adding humor by expressing satisfaction with Pedro Pascal stepping into the role. “I think Pedro Pascal is great. I’m very, very pleased that he exists,” he said.
Pascal, who recently made waves with his performance as Joel in the TV series adaptation of “The Last of Us,” will portray Mister Fantastic alongside a talented cast that includes Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/The Invisible Woman, Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing, and Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/The Human Torch. Other notable actors include Ralph Ineson, Julia Garner, Paul Walter Hauser, John Malkovich, and Natasha Lyonne.
The anticipation builds for “The Fantastic Four: First Steps,” which is set to hit theaters on July 25. As Marvel continues to expand its cinematic universe, the distinct choices in casting and direction keep fans engaged, eager to see where their favorite superheroes will go next.
With fresh talent and beloved actors lending their skills to iconic characters, Marvel remains a source of excitement and creativity, paving the way for more stories to be told and enjoyed by audiences worldwide.