One more giant cast in MCU's Fantastic Four (but for what role?)

The Marvel Cinematic Universe just got a little bit wilder and a heck of a lot more intriguing. Drum roll, please... Paul Walter Hauser is joining the Fantastic Four.

Now, this isn't just any old casting announcement. This is like finding a golden ticket inside your favorite superhero comic book. Confused? Let's dive into what makes this news so zesty.

First off, for those who might not be in the loop, Paul Walter Hauser is a gem of an actor, known for roles that combine a dash of quirk with a heavy dollop of talent. You might remember him from Cobra Kai, or his stint in I, Tonya where he absolutely killed it. And now, he's bringing his unique spice to the Marvel kitchen with a role in the upcoming Fantastic Four movie, set to bless us in 2025.

Now, the juiciest part of this sizzle? According to an exclusive interview with ScreenRant, Hauser's playing it coy about exactly who he's portraying, but he's promised that it's a character rooted deeply in the Fantastic Four lore. Fans are buzzing, the internet's speculating, and the bets are on. Could he be the beloved robot H.E.R.B.I.E.? Or perhaps the underground dweller Mole Man? Imagine Hauser bringing his signature style to either of these characters. It's like thinking about peanut butter meeting jelly in the most epic sandwich ever. This isn't just about Hauser stepping into a role - it's about him stepping into the vast, ever-expanding universe of Marvel, which is basically the Hollywood equivalent of joining the Avengers. After missing out on playing the Penguin in another universe (the DC one), Hauser's got his superhero - or maybe supervillain - landing spot, and it's with the big guns.

Marvel Studios is also hinting that this new Fantastic Four movie might whisk us away to an alternate universe, which means we're possibly looking at new dimensions, new adventures, and with a director like Matt Shakman at the helm, who knows what visually stunning escapades we're in for? Let's also talk ensemble because Hauser is joining some seriously cool cats in this movie. We're talking Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby... this cast list reads like a who's who of "actors who'd be awesome in a superhero movie." And with a release date set for July 25, 2025, we've all got something big to mark on our calendars.

So as we gear up for The Fantastic Four, let's start the countdown, whip up some theories, and get ready for what promises to be a fantastically fun ride. Marvel, take my money now, because with Paul Walter Hauser on board, it's bound to be a blast.

Who knows? Maybe he'll be the secret sauce that makes this version of the Fantastic Four truly fantastic.