Marvel Studios has officially announced that Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach will reprise their roles as the Fantastic Four in Avengers: Doomsday. This news has sent waves of excitement across the fandom, cementing the Fantastic Four’s significance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) as the multiversal saga continues to unfold.
A Star-Studded Cast Returns
Scheduled for release in 2026, Avengers: Doomsday will bring back the Fantastic Four, following their debut in The Fantastic Four: First Steps, which premieres on July 25, 2025. The casting choices have already sparked excitement:
- Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards (Mr. Fantastic)
- Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm (Invisible Woman)
- Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm (Human Torch)
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm (The Thing)
The anticipation for First Steps is soaring, especially with reports confirming that the legendary cosmic villain Galactus will be the central antagonist. However, what fans are truly buzzing about is the potential showdown between the Fantastic Four and Doctor Doom, rumored to be played by Robert Downey Jr. in Avengers: Doomsday.
Marvel’s Phase 6: Fantastic Four Take the Lead
The Fantastic Four’s confirmation in Avengers: Doomsday before the return of veteran Avengers suggests that Marvel is placing its iconic First Family at the heart of Phase 6. Kevin Feige previously revealed that First Steps will be set in a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic universe, marking a unique departure from the main MCU timeline. However, their transition into Doomsday hints at a significant merging of universes, reinforcing theories that Marvel is steering towards an epic multiversal climax.
Growing Buzz for The Fantastic Four: First Steps
With the July 2025 release of First Steps approaching, marketing has kicked into high gear. Actor Paul Walter Hauser, who is rumored to portray Mole Man, has called the film “historic”, comparing its potential cultural impact to Guardians of the Galaxy and Black Panther. Meanwhile, Marvel India’s latest teaser countdown has intensified global anticipation.
Adding to the intrigue, Natasha Lyonne has been cast in a mystery role, and Julia Garner will portray the Silver Surfer, further expanding the cosmic scale of the narrative. Their presence, alongside legacy Avengers and the return of Fox’s X-Men characters, suggests an unprecedented Marvel crossover that could redefine the MCU’s future.
What’s Next for the Fantastic Four?
As The Fantastic Four: First Steps sets the stage for Marvel’s next chapter, Avengers: Doomsday is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious films in MCU history. With Galactus, Doctor Doom, and multiversal chaos on the horizon, fans can expect a cinematic experience unlike anything seen before.