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While only two films and a series have been released as part of Phase 5 of the MCU, audiences are already clamoring for updates on the Phase 6 films, which begin withFantastic Four. The film already hasWandaVisiondirector Matt Shakman attached to direct and a release date of June 04, 2025.
This would be the first time theFantastic Fourwould be incorporated within the MCU, which amps up the excitement for fans. While no actors have yet been confirmed to be a part of the project, rumors of Vanessa Kirby being cast as Sue Strom have been doing the rounds.
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TheFantastic Fourhave had three cinematic adaptations. The first iteration was the Tim Story-directedFantastic Fourwhich featured Ioan Gruffudd,Jessica Alba,Chris Evans, and Micheal Chiklis as Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johny Storm, and Ben Grimm respectively. The film was a success, grossing over $330 million at the box office, and prompted a sequel.
The sequel,Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surferwas released in 2007 and was a box office disappointment. While it received a better critical response than its predecessor, it only earned a meager $300 million, prompting the studio to shut down plans for a third part and spin-off film on the Silver Surfer.
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The Fantastic Fourreceived a reboot by 20th Century Fox in 2015, withChroniclesfame Josh Trank directing. Miles Teller, Micheal B Jordan, Kate Mara, and Jamie Bell starred inFantastic Four. The reboot received terrible reviews and was a box office disaster. It earned $167 million against a budget of $150 million. Josh Trank said that the finished film was a product of studio interference. All future plans of a sequel were canceled.
With Disney acquiring 20th Century Fox, they inherited Marvel comic characters such as X-Men, Deadpool, and the Fantastic Four, giving fans hope that the iconic superheroes will be making their MCU debut soon. MCU mastermind Kevin Feige announced that director Jon Watts, the man behind Tom Holland’sSpider-Manfilms would be directingFantastic Four. However, in 2022, Watts stepped down as he wanted to take a break from superhero films.
Kevin Feige then announced thatFantastic Fourwould kick off Phase Six of the MCU, which would also includeAvengers: The Kang DynastyandAvengers: Secret Wars. It was also announced that theWandaVisiondirector Matt Shakman would direct the film and the film would release on June 27, 2025.
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Casting Rumors AboutFantastic Four
Fan casts and rumors are all that have been making the rounds for theFantastic Four. WhileJohn Krasinskimade an appearance inDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madnessas Reed Richards in an alternative timeline, the actor did not confirm that he would be returning to the feature film. Along with him, his wife and actress Emily Blunt was also allegedly considered. However, the rumor only arose due to Krasinski’s involvement.
Adam Driver and Margot Robbie were rumored to be top contenders for the roles of Reed Richards and Sue Storm. Both have experience headlining a franchise with Driver playing Kylo Ren in the sequel trilogy ofStar Warsand Robbie playing the iconic Harley Quinn in the DCEU. However, recently, there has been a buzz about a new contender for the role of Sue Storm.
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Mission ImpossiblestarVanessa Kirbyhas been rumored to be 95% confirmed for the role of Sue Storm. Reporter and critic Jeff Sneider claimed that Marvel would be building around theFantastic Fourfilm around Vanessa Kirby and go off from there to confirm other actors. Kirby has recently tasted global success withMission: Impossible 7 – Dead Reckoning Part 1and her Oscar-nominated performance inPiece of a Woman.Stranger Thingsstar Joseph Quinn is also allegedly confirmed to be cast as Johnny Storm.
While the film is getting closer to its release date, no casting announcements have been made. Marvel was expected to make an announcement during this year’s International Comic-Con in San Diego, but the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes prompted the cancellation of the event. The strike barres actors from participating in any promotional campaigns for the films until their demands are met. It is doubtful whether the film will get made by its announced release date.
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Nishanth A is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on TV shows with over 2,000 articles published. He has been an entertainment journalist for the past two years and a scriptwriter at various corporations before that, working on educational content. With a Communications, English Literature, and Psychology triple major, Nishanth usually covers news and analyses on Star Trek, particularly Strange New Worlds and The Next Generation; Doctor Who, the DCU, and more.A Nolan fan, Nishanth spends his time exploring the filmographies of various directors with an auteurial style or can be found making short movies of his own. He has also contributed as a feature writer for Film Companion, focusing on the South division.
