Pedro Pascal's Superhero Debut Soars as 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' Tops Streaming Charts
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Pedro Pascal has made a triumphant entry into the Marvel universe with 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps,' a film that's left fans and critics alike in awe. The movie, released in July, has quickly become the most-watched title on Disney+ in over 25 countries, outshining expectations and solidifying its position as one of Marvel's most successful titles of the year. The film, directed by Matt Shakman, boasts an impressive cast, including Pascal as Reed Richards (aka Mr. Fantastic), Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm. Together, they face off against their most formidable foe yet: the cosmic threat of Galactus and the Silver Surfer, brought to life by Ralph Ineson and Julia Garner. With its blend of emotional storytelling and high-stakes superhero action, 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' has earned widespread acclaim. The film holds an impressive 86% critics' score and a 91% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, making it one of Marvel's best-reviewed titles in recent years. While it may not have shattered box office records, 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' has performed steadily, grossing $521 million worldwide on a $200 million budget. Industry experts are hailing it as a 'sleeper hit,' a film that has quietly won over fans and critics alike. Behind the scenes, the script was penned by a team including Jeff Kaplan, Josh Friedman, Ian Springer, Eric Pearson, and Kat Wood. Marvel legends Stan Lee and Jack Kirby received posthumous credits for creating the iconic characters. As for what's next for Pascal, he'll be reprising his role as Reed Richards in 'Avengers: Doomsday' later this year and potentially in 'Avengers: Secret Wars' in 2027. For now, fans can stream 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' exclusively on Disney+, marking a strong comeback for Marvel and cementing the First Family's place as one of the most beloved superhero teams in the universe.
