Marvel is back with a fresh face in its superhero universe, as acclaimed actor Pedro Pascal officially joins the Marvel family. He is seen in the newly released trailer for The Fantastic Four: First Steps, leading an ensemble cast that includes Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach in pivotal roles.
The highly anticipated superhero film is slated to hit theatres on July 25, 2025. With Pedro Pascal stepping into the shoes of Mister Fantastic and Vanessa Kirby portraying the Invisible Woman, this dynamic team is ready to take on world-threatening challenges in what promises to be an action-packed spectacle.
Here’s everything you need to know about the characters:
Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic
Pedro Pascal, a Chilean-American actor famously known for his roles in The Last of Us, Game of Thrones and Narcos, is back. In The Fantastic Four: The First Steps, he is playing the role of Reed Richard aka Mister Fantastic, who is a highly intelligent scientist and the leader of the Fantastic Four. He can stretch any part of his body to great lengths.
Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman
Vanessa Kirby plays Sue Storm, who is Reed’s pregnant wife and a member of the Fantastic Four, can turn invisible and generate force fields with her powers. She is also the head of the team’s Future Foundation, which has achieved global demilitarisation and peace.
Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm /Human Torch
English actor Joseph Quinn, who is acclaimed for his roles in Stranger Things, Warfare, and Game of Thrones, has portrayed the role of Sue’s brother in The Fantastic Four. His superpower includes controlling fire and flying.
Ebon Moss- Bachrach as Ben Grimm/ The Thing
Ebon Moss-Bachrach, who is popular for his appearance in the comedy-drama series The Bear, will appear as the friend of Reed, a former astronaut, and a member of the Fantastic Four. His skin has been transformed into a layer of orange rock, granting him superhuman strength and durability.
Ralph Ineson as Galactus
Ralph Michael Ineson has essayed the role of Galactus, who is a cosmic being and consumes the life force of planets. His character is an antagonist in The Fantastic Four: The First Steps.
Julia Garner as Shalla- Bal/ Silver Surfer
Julia Garner, widely known for her role in the Netflix crime-drama series Ozark, has played Galactus’s metallic-skinned being, who travels through space on a surfboard like craft.
