Matt Shakman discussed his directorial process for the Fantastic Four’s MCU debut.

Fantastic FourdirectorMatt Shakmanshared his thoughts on getting the movie right amid behind-the-scenes setbacks and troubles at Marvel Studios.

Marvel Studios has a certain way of doing things.

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Matt Shakman, however, is keeping his head held high.

I mean, weve been on our process consistently.

really are:

What is the story we want to tell?

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What is the theme of the story?

Why are we telling this story?

So, you know, in terms of outside influence or conversations, it hasnt really been a factor.

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Its always high stakes.

You always have to get it right.

And that is informed, though, by everything thats come before.

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Fraction is best known forhis fan-favorite work on theHawkeyebook, but hes written forFantastic Fourin the past as well.

Yeah, hes great.

I think he worked on Thor.

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And yeah, hes a brilliant guy.

Will Shakmans Fantastic Four Be Worth the Wait?

The MCUsFantastic Fourfilm has had a road to development thats longer than one ofReed Richards outstretched arms.

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Marvel StudiosFantastic Fourhits theaters on May 2, 2025.

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