Overview

• David Tennant shared at MCM Comic Con that he had hoped to play Reed Richards in 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps.'
• Pedro Pascal was ultimately cast as Reed Richards, with Tennant expressing support for the decision.
• The film, set in a retrofuturistic '60s universe, features a star-studded cast including Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Julia Garner.
• 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' is scheduled to release on July 25, 2025, marking the next major MCU installment.
• Following the film, the MCU will experience a significant gap in releases, with delays to 'Avengers: Doomsday' and 'Secret Wars' pushing the next movie to July 2026.