Overview

• Ralph Ineson embodies the Devourer of Worlds in a bespoke, full-scale Galactus costume that he wore for most physical scenes.
• The actor’s on-set pit-crew routine involved fans, air conditioning units and scheduled massages to alleviate joint pain from the suit’s weight.
• Galactus scenes were shot with Ineson in a miniature-scale setup that was digitally enlarged in post-production to maintain perfect focus and lighting.
• Ineson was offered the Galactus role after a brief meeting with director Matt Shakman, bypassing the lengthy auditions he expected.
• In a playful text exchange, Ineson taunted Nicholas Hoult’s Lex Luthor performance with a “Hold my beer” challenge just days before the film premieres on July 25.