The most important new MCU role finally has its star – it’s not just “Game Of Thrones” fans who should rejoice!

Who wouldn’t be ‘Mr. Fantastic” Reed Richards associated? For a long time it was said that John Krasinski would play the leader of the Fantastic Four. The rumor was picked up in “Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness”, but shortly afterwards it became clear that the “Jack Ryan” star would not be playing the main MCU version of the character, but would only make one appearance here as a variant. from another universe. Then name after name was thrown through the rumor mill.

While one insider claimed Adam Driver was already on board, another said Jake Gyllenhaal was in negotiations. A third threw Ryan Gosling into the room, while another so-called expert seemed to know that with “You” star Penn Badgley, it’s better to rely on an up-and-coming actor who will commit to the role for more than a decade. But none of that seems to be the case…

Pedro Pascal will play the role of Reed Richards

Because as Hollywood’s most trusted industry newspapers are now all reporting in agreement Pedro Pascal become Reed Richards. The star of ‘Game Of Thrones’, ‘The Mandalorian’ and ‘The Last Of Us’ probably hasn’t signed a contract yet, but it’s clear he should get the role.

It is still unclear who will fill the remaining roles in the Fantastic Four quartet when they make their debut in their own film no later than 2025. In addition to Reed Richards, a brilliant scientist who can stretch his limbs, the group includes his fiancée Sue Storm, who can turn invisible, her brother Johnny Storm, the Human Torch, and Ben Grimm, also known as The Thing.

Reed Richards – the new Tony Stark?

The casting of Reed Richards is also particularly hotly debated, as this will likely be the most important role in the MCU for years to come. The character and his actor must fill the gap Robert Downey Jr. when Tony Stark, aka Iron Man, left in the MCU.

With his authority and charisma, Reed Richards should take on the new leadership role for Earth’s heroeswhen they have to face great dangers together. This fits in with the comics, where Reed Richards often plays a leading role in the Avengers.

One of the best Marvel comics finally in theaters? We will know more in 2025!

The project is also receiving special attention because it is supposed to be the first successful theatrical film after several, sometimes miserable ‘Fantastic Four’ adaptations. This is especially relevant because it’s one of Marvel’s most popular, best, and most successful comic book series and it’s probably a thorn in the company’s side that they haven’t been able to adequately film this flagship series yet.

So there are big shoes to fill. “Fantastic four‘ from director Matt Shakman (“WandaVision”) is expected to hit theaters on April 30, 2025. Reed Richards and his Fantastic Four will also most likely play a central role in ‘Avengers 5’ (likely released in 2026) and ‘Avengers 6’ (2027).