The Marvel universe of The Fantastic Four is growing with the exciting addition of actress Natasha Lyonne to the cast. However, her specific role remains under wraps.
Natasha Lyonne is well-known in the entertainment industry for her standout performances in Russian Doll, Poker Face, and Orange Is the New Black. Despite the announcement, her character in this Marvel comic adaptation is still a mystery.
**Fantastic Four: Cast, Release Date, and More**
The Fantastic Four is one of Marvel’s most eagerly awaited projects. Directed by Matt Shakman, filming is slated to start this summer in England.
**Movie Cast**
Natasha Lyonne joins a star-studded cast, including Pedro Pascal from Narcos and The Mandalorian, and Vanessa Kirby from Mission: Impossible and Napoleon.
Pedro Pascal will portray scientist Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic, while Vanessa Kirby takes on the role of Sue Storm/Invisible Woman. Joseph Quinn will play Johnny Storm/Human Torch, Ebon Moss-Bachrach will appear as Ben Grimm/The Thing, and Julia Garner will be Shalla-Bal, a version of the Silver Surfer.
Ralph Ineson is cast as the villain Galactus, with Paul Walter Hauser and John Malkovich also featuring in the movie.
**More About The Marvel Project**
While many details remain confidential, reports indicate that the film will be set in the 1960s, focusing on Marvel’s first family.
The script is crafted by a team including Eric Pearson, Josh Friedman, Jeff Kaplan, Ian Springer, and Peter Cameron. Marvel Studios head Kevin Feige is producing the film.
Scheduled for release on July 25, 2025, this movie will launch Marvel Phase 6.