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Marvel Studios is finally bringing theFantastic Four: First Stepsinto the MCU, and excitement is at an all-time high. Fans have been waiting for years to see how the studio will handle Marvel’s First Family, and with a fresh new take on the horizon, expectations couldn’t be higher. But while there’s plenty to look forward to, there’s also one big concern. That is Marvel has made mistakes with villains before, and some are worried they might do it again.
With rumors swirling about John Malkovich possibly joining the cast, speculation is running wild about his role in the film. And if so, will Marvel give the character the respect it deserves, or could this be another case of a misleading twist that leaves fans frustrated?
Will Marvel turn another major villain into a joke inFantastic Four: First Steps?
Fans are eagerly waiting to seeFantastic Four: First Stepson the big screens. However, there is one mistake that Marvel must avoid, which is repeating the controversial twist fromIron Man 3.If actorJohn Malkovichis involved as a villain, then the studio needs to be careful not to turn an important character into a misleading joke.
WhenIron Man 3was released, fans were excited to finally see the Mandarin, who is one of Iron Man’s most famous enemies from the comics. The trailers made him look like a powerful and menacing figure, and Ben Kingsley’s performance gave the impression that he would be a serious threat. However, the movie revealed that the Mandarin was not real and was actually just an actor named Trevor Slattery.
Instead of being a true villain, he was simply a cover for Aldrich Killian, who turned out to be the actual mastermind. Some people found the twist clever, but many others felt it was a huge letdown because it wasted such an iconic villain and reduced him to a joke. Now, withFirst Stepson the way, many fans are wondering who will play the main villain, and there are rumors that John Malkovich might be involved.
The recent trailer did show a character with a long, white beard, which led to speculation that he might be playing a major role. However, his participation in the film has not yet been officially confirmed.
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OnIron Man 3’ssubject, Marvel did acknowledge fan complaints about the Mandarin twist, and they later introduced the real version of the character inShang-Chiand theLegend of the Ten Ringsin 2021. But they may not get another chance to correct things if they mishandle the upcomingFantastic Fourmovie.
What role can John Malkovich play inFantastic Four: First Steps?
One of the most talked-about moments of the first trailer forFantastic Four: First Stepswas John Malkovich’s mysterious character. While Marvel hasn’t officially said who he’s playing,many fans are guessingthat the iconic could be portraying Ivan Kragoff, also known as the Red Ghost (a villain from theFantastic Fourcomics).
AsComicBook.comreports, Kragoff first appeared in 1963 as a Soviet scientist who wanted to beat other countries in the Space Race. In the comics, he exposed himself and his trained apes to cosmic rays, giving them special powers. Malkovich’s possible role fits well with the 1960s setting of the movie, which matches the time period of the Space Race that theFantastic Fourcomics used in the beginning.
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With Galactus and the Silver Surfer already confirmed as main threats, adding Kragoff to the story could bring in the Cold War tensions of the time. This would give the movie a more grounded and human element while dealing with the cosmic threats. Even if the movie doesn’t follow the exact comic storyline, Kragoff’s presence could highlight how unchecked ambition, and science can lead to very different outcomes.
Fantastic Four: First Stepsis scheduled for a theatrical release on July 25th.
Sakshi Singh
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Sakshi Singh has written over 1,300 entertainment articles, mostly about Netflix shows and reality TV. She’s spent the last two years covering everything from surprise engagements to shocking eliminations and previously wrote for Essentially Sports in their Netflix Junkie division. A self-proclaimed reality TV addict, Sakshi has watched all 48 seasons of Survivor and never misses a new dating or competition series. She loves watching how strangers meet, fall in love, team up, or betray each other - it’s the mix of strategy and drama that keeps her hooked. When she’s not glued to a reality show, she’s usually watching a crime thriller or tracking the next big streaming hit.
