One of the next big Marvel films finally gives news by revealing a new star to join its cast. This obviously already divides the fans a little.
Among the highly anticipated Marvel films, we can notably cite Fantastic Four. After several films and different castings, this new episode symbolizes the entry into the MCU once and for all. After years of waiting. And to increase the pressure a little in the hearts of fans, we can find out some news about the casting to expect.
News about the casting of the next Marvel
The Marvel Cinematic Universe is preparing to welcome a new face well known to television series fans. Julia Garner, famous for her role in the hit series Ozark, has just been confirmed in the casting of the highly anticipated Fantastic Four film. She will play Shalla-Bal, a female version of the Silver Surfer.
Garner joins an already star-studded cast including Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards / Mr. Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm / The Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm / The Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm / The Thing. Under the direction of Matt Shakman, known for his work on WandaVision, this new adaptation promises to reintroduce the famous superhero family into the MCU with gusto.
A female version of the famous character
Few details have filtered out about Garner’s precise role, other than that she will play a version of Shalla-Bal. In certain Marvel comics stories, Shalla-Bal herself takes on the role of Silver Surfer, thus adding an interesting dimension to the character that Garner will have to play. Obviously, some are already a little skeptical about this female version of the character.
Julia Garner, whose career is punctuated by complex roles and critically acclaimed performances – notably in Ozark for which she won several Emmy Awards, but also in projects like Modern Love, The Assistant, and Inventing Anna – is preparing to explore a whole new horizon.
Production on Fantastic Four is expected to begin later this year. With a theatrical release scheduled for July 25, 2025. This film marks a further step in the expansion of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. By integrating one of the most legendary superhero families in comics.