As Marvel Studios just entered phase 5 with Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, and Secret Invasion currently releasing episodes every week on Disney+, their majestic plans for phase 6 may have just tumbled for a bit. The much-anticipated film and also the first one slated for phase 6 is Fantastic Four.
Sam Raimi’s Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness gave us a glimpse at Reed Richards and John Krasinski did justice to the character. According to Marvel representatives, that was just a one-off fan casting as they wanted to surprise fans. According to the 43-year-old actor, Kevin Feige has reached out to him about reprising the role but there is nothing concrete for now.
Back in May, Margot Robbie and Adam Driver were rumored to have been offered the role of Sue Storm and Reed Richards. It is now coming to light that Marvel has reportedly turned down the Barbie actor for the role.
Margot Robbie Looked Perfect For Sue Storm
Fans had been cheering as of late since the rumor broke that Margot Robbie could be joining the Fantastic Four reboot as Sue Storm. As director Matt Shakman was set to take over the film instead of Star Trek 4, the news of the 32-year-old actor leaving the project has come as a shocker.
According to industry scooper Grace Randolph, a deal could not be finalized as both the actors had been asking for ‘bigger paychecks’ and Adam Driver went overboard with his demands.
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Twitter has been erupting with tweets from scoopers who saw it coming.
Take a look at some –
Marvel fumbled hard
— Zay⚡️ (@rollupmywrist) June 30, 2023
Haha I havnt got the strength to go through the Krasinski rumors again 😂
Would be happy for him though as he got shafted a bit in MOM
— The Weekly Cut (@weeklycut) June 30, 2023
Haha I’m just wanting it. It won’t happen but worth hoping for. Loved them in A Quiet Place n he was spot on in Jack Ryan & Doctor Strange. Much better choice than Miles Teller’s version
— XPerience Podcast (@XPeriencePod) June 30, 2023
It’s super easy yet Marvel wanna complicate things for no reason. Penn, Jodie, Rudy, Daveed, they’re all fuckin there pic.twitter.com/Cx1QhVfQHL
— Jesus Cuapio (@JesusCuapi91540) June 30, 2023
I really have just checked out on casting. I was relieved when the last alleged round of FF castings fell through, but damned if I can think of anyone I’d be excited about. Kinda just gonna let Marvel run with it and me n’ mine will amuse ourselves in the meantime. 🤣 pic.twitter.com/tVr8aQUgEi
— Marc Kandel (@Kan_Doom) June 29, 2023
The fans do not agree with Marvel letting go of Margot Robbie for the role. But the rumors haven’t been confirmed by either of the two involved parties. The final truth would only be revealed when the “ultra-secretive” Marvel decides to share any updates.
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Who Else Is In The Running For The Roles
While most of us would expect that Adam Driver being out from the race could open up doors for John Krasinski, it may still be a long shot. Some of the other names that are rumored to tackle Reed Richards are – Penn Badgley, Dev Patel, and Ryan Gosling.
Now that Margot Robbie has been turned down, Kristen Bell and Mission: Impossible – Fallout fame Vanessa Kirby may be in line with the latter having stronger chances to bag the role.
Secret Invasion is currently airing on Disney+ with Loki season 2 coming on October 6, The Marvels on November 10, the Echo series on November 29, Daredevil: Born Again in spring 2024, Deadpool 3 on May 3, 2024; and Captain America: Brave New World on July 26, 2024.
Source: Twitter
