A new report suggests who could be playing the Human Torch in theMCU’sFantastic Fourreboot.

Casting for the 2025 film has been a big source of conversation recently in the MCU community.

Additionally, Mescal looks young enough to play Johnny the youngest member of theFantastic Four.

Paul Mescal on Seth Meyers

Could Official Fantastic 4 News Come Soon?

Perhaps Marvel is waiting until afterGuardians of the Galaxy Vol.

Fantastic Fourreleases in theaters on February 14, 2025.

Fantastic Four, Human Torch, Johnny Storm

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She also commonly reports on Percy Jackson, Invincible, and other similar franchises.

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