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Pedro Pascal is now part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, stepping into the legendary role of Reed Richards — better known as Mister Fantastic — in the upcoming film 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps'. The casting news thrilled not only Marvel fans worldwide but also some of Pascal’s own family members, especially his younger relatives.
According to Pedro Pascal, his nephew was overwhelmed with excitement upon hearing the news. The family found it hard to believe at first, reacting with surprise and enthusiasm. Pascal himself was equally thrilled, particularly because of the legacy of 'The Fantastic Four'. He shared that his younger brother Nicolás, a longtime fan of the comics, was especially proud of the role Pascal would be portraying.
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Meet the New 'Fantastic Four' Cast
Joining Pascal in this highly anticipated Marvel reboot are:
Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, the Invisible Woman
Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, the Human Torch
Ebon Moss-Bachrach steps into the role of Ben Grimm — better known to fans as the rock-solid hero, The Thing.
The team is set against a retro backdrop, with the storyline unfolding in the 1960s. In this fresh take on the superhero saga, the Fantastic Four have already begun working together when they encounter their greatest threat yet — the arrival of the Silver Surfer, played by Julia Garner, who serves a cosmic entity named Galactus, a powerful, planet-consuming god intent on destroying Earth.
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A Glimpse Into Reed Richards' Powers
Pedro Pascal added a funny twist to his character’s well-known talent for stretching his body in wild, over-the-top ways. While promoting 'The Last of Us' on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' in March, he jokingly confirmed that everything about Mister Fantastic stretches — a comment that generated laughs and even more curiosity about the upcoming film.
The excitement doesn’t end with 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps'. The core cast is expected to appear in the 2026 blockbuster 'Avengers: Doomsday', following a teaser during the credits of 'Thunderbolts' released earlier this year. With a strong cast and a fresh vision for Marvel’s first family, this new chapter is poised to be one of the franchise’s most talked-about instalments.
'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' premieres in theatres on 25th July, marking a bold new direction for the beloved superhero team.
