Paul Walter Hauser, known for his role in Fantastic Four, hints at his mysterious character in the upcoming MCU film.
Screenrant interviewed the comedian about his wrestling skills but also inquired about his undisclosed part in The Fantastic Four.
While Hauser remains tight-lipped about the specifics, he expresses his excitement for this dream role and hints at its connection to the franchise's mythology.
Hauser's portrayal promises to offer a unique perspective on one of the iconic Fantastic Four characters, generating anticipation among fans.
" I can't say anything about the character I'm playing, but know that it is in the sort of lexicon and mythology of The Fantastic Four stories," Hauser calmly stated.
"And it's a very distinct character that I'm excited to play and I'm kind of mapping out what I'm doing with that right now," he added.
Hauser has indicated his awareness of the question, suggesting his connection to the cast of Fantastic Four and the character's importance within the franchise's mythology.
"I've always wanted to be a part of a cinematic universe. I spent a lot of time trying to campaign to play the Penguin in the Matt Reeves film, and that of course went to Colin Farrell and he did a masterful job and it was totally different than what I was trying to do," he reflected.
"I really appreciate Marvel giving me the time of day and entrusting a role to me in some capacity that I get to be a part of that family."
The Fantastic Four Cast: A New Era for the MCU
The casting announcements for The Fantastic Four have been abundant in 2024, signaling a significant shift for the MCU. The actors involved have been aware of their roles for quite some time.
Ebon Moss-Bachrach steps into the formidable shoes of Ben Grimm in the upcoming movie and shares insights with Jimmy Kimmel regarding their approach to portraying Marvel's First Family.
Interestingly, the revelation that they've known about their roles for a while suggests that this project has been developing for some time, hinting at the meticulous planning behind Marvel's latest venture.
"In the past, I think they've done a suit. Michael Chiklis wore a suit that apparently was really uncomfortable, and it's kind of... we're past that," Moss-Bachrach stated.
They have progressed beyond that with the advancements in technology.
The focus is now on using state-of-the-art technology instead of depending on unwieldy costumes. This change represents a new era in portraying the fantastic 4 characters on screen.
It appears that some of the stars were aware of their roles in The Fantastic Four months in advance. The actor portraying The Thing revealed to the late-night host that he learned about his role at the beginning of August.
During a casual stroll in the city amidst a writer's strike, he received a surprising call from his agent, informing him of the opportunity to play The Thing. His shock at the unexpected news highlights the excitement surrounding the casting process for the fantastic 4 characters.