Ebon Moss-Bachrach Keeps Mum on ‘Fantastic Four’ Role: “I can’t confirm, and I can’t deny, I think”

The cast for Marvel’s ‘Fantastic Four‘ is reportedly finalized, with an imminent announcement, as revealed by insider @DanielRPK.

Directed by Matt Shakman from a screenplay by Jeff Kaplan and Ian Springer. The rumored cast is Pedro Pascal as Mister Fantastic/Dr. Reed Richards, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, Jake Gyllenhaal as Mister Fantastic, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as the Thing.

Is Ebon Moss-Bachrach Casted in ‘Fantastic Four’?

Moss-Bachrach, speaking on the Emmys red carpet with The Wrap, was asked about playing The Thing in ‘Fantastic Four.’ He replied, “I can’t confirm and I can’t deny, I think.”

According to reports, the filming start date for ‘Fantastic Four’ is now set for Q3 2024. Pascal, initially part of ‘Weapons,’ has left the project to accommodate his schedule, including commitments to HBO’s ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2.

According to reports, Anya Taylor-Joy is being considered for the female villain role, which we recently mentioned would feature a female Silver Surfer as the herald of Galactus in the film.

The film is produced by Kevin Feige, Grant Curtis, and Nick Pepin.

‘Fantastic Four’ hits theaters on May 2, 2025.

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