MCU Tiniest Titan? Vanessa Kirby Teases Franklin Richards’ “Very Important” Role in ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’!
Get ready, Marvel fans, because the First Family is bringing some pint-sized power to the MCU! Sue Storm and Reed Richards’s son, Franklin, is officially on his way in The Fantastic Four: First Steps, and according to Sue Storm herself, Vanessa Kirby, this super-baby could be a game-changer.
“It’s not just adults that have superpowers,” Kirby tantalizingly shared with Empire Magazine. While coy, this delicious hint strongly suggests that young Franklin Richards will be every bit as extraordinary as his comic book counterpart. Confirmation of Sue’s pregnancy came via special footage at CinemaCon, with a Funko Pop reveal later confirming the baby is indeed the legendary Franklin.
This is fantastic news for fans familiar with the comics, where Franklin isn’t just any super-powered kid – he’s an omega-level mutant with awe-inspiring, reality-altering abilities. Could he be the secret ingredient to the MCU’s next grand saga, potentially even playing a pivotal role in reshaping the universe after Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars? The possibilities are thrilling!
While Pedro Pascal is set to stretch into the role of Reed Richards, it seems another beloved sci-fi icon had his eye on Mr. Fantastic. “In terms of superheroes, I don’t know, I did slightly have my eye on Reed Richards,” former Doctor Who David Tennant admitted to fans at MCM Comic Con London. With a good-natured nod, he added, “And unfortunately, it looks like they’ve gone in a different direction. Although if it has to be someone, I’m happy for it to be Pedro Pascal, frankly.”
The rest of the stellar cast shaping up for this highly anticipated film includes Joseph Quinn igniting the screen as Johnny Storm (The Human Torch), Ebon Moss-Bachrach as the ever-loving blue-eyed Thing, Ralph Ineson as the world-devouring Galactus, and Julia Garner as the enigmatic Silver Surfer. Guiding this epic introduction will be director Matt Shakman.
Mark your calendars! The Fantastic Four: First Steps is set to launch Marvel Phase 6 with a bang on July 25. In the meantime, keep your super-senses peeled and check out comprehensive guides to all the upcoming Marvel movies and shows to stay on top of everything the MCU has in store for us. The future of Marvel looks bright and incredibly powerful!
