Paul Walter Hauser has joined the cast of Marvel Studios’ Fantastic Four, Deadline has learned.
He joins a stacked cast that includes Pedro Pascal, who is playing Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby (Napoleon) is playing Sue Storm/Invisible Girl, Joseph Quinn (Stranger Things) is playing Johnny Storm/Human Torch and Ebon Moss-Bachrach (The Bear) is playing Ben Grimm/The Thing. Additionally, Julia Garner is set to play Shalla-Bal, a version of Silver Surfer.
Paul Walter Hauser’s role in the Fantastic Four reboot has not yet been disclosed, which will begin fueling speculation and anticipation among fans. However, given his track record of delivering nuanced and memorable performances, expectations are running high for his portrayal of whichever character he embodies in the superhero ensemble.
My guess is he is playing the Fantastic Four’s robotic companion H.E.R.B.I.E.
Fantastic Four has been written by Avatar scribe Josh Friedman, but Black Widow and Thor: Ragnorak scribe Erik Pearson is expected to polish the script. Matt Shakman (WandaVision) is set to direct. Moon Knight producers Grant Curtis and Nick Pepin are also on board.
Fantastic Four will now hit theaters on July 25, 2025.
