Fantastic Four (2015)

[Lehnhart]

Fox has officially set Chronicle helmer Josh Trank to direct the reboot of Fantastic Four, and the film will be the next Marvel property to be set for production and is dated for release by the studio. Fantastic Four, which will include a new cast, falls into line after The Wolverine sequel that starts production shortly, and the Matthew Vaughn-directed X-Men: First Class, which is also on a fast track. After Trank’s breakthrough with the Fox sleeper hit Chronicle he has been offered everything and attached himself to several projects. But I’m told that Fox expects Fantastic Four to be the next film he directs.

Josh Trank was also on Sony's radar to helm their the Spidey spin-off, Venom, however, he'll direct F4 first.

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Fox Finally Finds Its ‘Fantastic Four’; Jamie Bell Poised to Play The Thing (Exclusive)

Has 20th Century Fox found its “Fantastic Four?” It sure seems that way, as Hollywood was buzzing Wednesday with news that Miles Teller, Michael B. Jordan, Kate Mara and Jamie Bell are nearing deals to star in the studio’s reboot of the popular comic book franchise, multiple individuals familiar with the superhero movie have told TheWrap.

20th Century Fox had no comment, while representatives for Teller, Mara and Bell did not immediately respond to TheWrap’s request for comment.

Insiders with knowledge of the drawn-out casting process have told TheWrap that Bell is in heavy discussions to play Ben Grimm, aka The Thing. Bell’s name has never been mentioned in connection with the coveted superhero role, though it certainly makes sense as he has experience with motion-capture performances, having starred in Steven Spielberg’s “The Adventures of Tintin.” However, there is no official deal in place for Bell yet.

Jordan is set to play Johnny Storm, aka the Human Torch, while Mara is in final negotiations to play his sister Sue Storm, aka the Invisible Woman. It remains unclear how the film will explain their relationship as siblings — whether one will be adopted or if they share a parent.

Teller is the studio’s top choice to play team leader Reed Richards, aka Mr. Fantastic, and while the “Whiplash” star is eager to tackle the role, there is a significant obstacle that must be overcome first.

Teller plays Peter in the upcoming tentpole “Divergent” and has a deal to reprise his role in the sequel “Insurgent,” which is expected to start production in Louisiana at the same time as “Fantastic Four.” If his shooting dates can’t be worked out with “Insurgent” studio Lionsgate/Summit, the role of Mr. Fantastic may have to be recast.

While one studio source cautions that chemistry between the four actors is vital to the casting process and if Teller’s deal doesn’t close, it could affect the casting of The Thing, another insider told TheWrap that Bell is unlikely to be impacted by Teller’s casting.

Jordan and Teller recently co-starred in “That Awkward Moment” and are planning to reteam with director Tom Gormican on an untitled heist movie in development at Warner Bros.

Mara and Bell share their own history, as both are attached to star in the indie boxing movie “Fighting Jacob,” which coincidentally is being produced by Jordan’s manager Kenny Goodman.

Josh Trank (“Chronicle”) is directing the “Fantastic Four” reboot, which Fox will release on June 19, 2015.

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[MykeHavoc]

Glad they made it official. I was really impressed with what they were able to accomplish with such a small budget. He deserves to have some cash to play with.

[JavaJulien]

Glad this is happening. Fantastic Four is one of those properties that will have to rely heavily on "Word-of-mouth" so I hope the new film turns out great.

[CYMBOL]

Hope its epic!

[mlittle3]

Maybe now they can cast someone as Sue Storm who can actually act.

[Agent Bond]

Another fu**ing reboot! FFS, all they need to just bring back Ioan Gruffudd and Michael Chiklis! Sue and Johnny can easily be replaced.

[Wally Q]

Originally Posted by Agent Bond

Another fu**ing reboot! FFS, all they need to just bring back Ioan Gruffudd and Michael Chiklis! Sue and Johnny can easily be replaced.

Which movies did you watch that didn't suck in the Fantastic Four line? Cause they both were embarrassments. And I had a feeling Fox would do this after Chronicle and I know I made mention of it somewhere that his direction was better suited for this. Now bring in Landis for scripting and let's just ignore those turds back a few years ago.

[Monkey]

The previous two were about the same lack of quality as the Raimi Spiderman movies. Shouldn't be hard to top those

[Wally Q]

That's actually an insult to the Raimi films and I knock those at least once a day.

[Torgon]

Originally Posted by Agent Bond

Another fu**ing reboot! FFS, all they need to just bring back Ioan Gruffudd and Michael Chiklis! Sue and Johnny can easily be replaced.

That's alright, Johnny grew up to be Captain America .

[Agent Bond]

I loved both FF. I thought everybody, but Alba did a great job.

That's alright, Johnny grew up to be Captain America

Chris was actually the highlight of the movies. Funny enough, I enjoyed his performance as The Human Torch better than Captain America (not saying his performance as Cap was bad), but he couldn't reprise his role now even if he wanted to come back because it would be too weird for everybody.

[tigertron]

Originally Posted by Agent Bond

Another fu**ing reboot! FFS, all they need to just bring back Ioan Gruffudd and Michael Chiklis! Sue and Johnny can easily be replaced.

...but Jessica Alba!

[Al_The_Strange]

Never understood the need Fox feels to remake "FF." It's only been, what, seven years since the first "FF," and they already want to remake it? Aren't there enough remakes and superhero films in the world? Will "FF" really work as a brooding, serious movie like all these other superhero films?

Well, whatever. I'll go with the flow and see how the new FF series turns out.

[Lemmy Lugosi]

Originally Posted by Agent Bond

Another fu**ing reboot! FFS, all they need to just bring back Ioan Gruffudd and Michael Chiklis! Sue and Johnny can easily be replaced.

No, replace 'em all....every last one that had anything to do with the abortions-on-film that are the first two FF films. Give us a darker, much more hard-science approach to plot (Negative Zone, anyone?), and the FF will be just fine.

Originally Posted by Al_The_Strange

Never understood the need Fox feels to remake "FF." It's only been, what, seven years since the first "FF," and they already want to remake it? Aren't there enough remakes and superhero films in the world? Will "FF" really work as a brooding, serious movie like all these other superhero films?

But...the old FF films suck. That's why the re-boot is necessary.

Hell, they did it to Spider-Man, and it worked absolutely wonderfully. Helped to "heal" the attitudes of many fans who were/are disapponted with Raimi's SM3, while bringing in younger/newer fans,as well.

[alwaysHD]

im actually looking forward to this, who knows how it will turn out

[Adam_ME]

Is there even a demand for this? I know Fox doesn't wanna lose the property to Marvel, but this has box office disaster written all over it.

[Dragon Lee]

Im not huge on reboots but this is one Id like to see. Id like to see Adrian Brody as Reed Richards. everyone else, I cant quite put a finger on yet.

[KubrickFan]

Originally Posted by Adam_ME

Is there even a demand for this? I know Fox doesn't wanna lose the property to Marvel, but this has box office disaster written all over it.

Why? The first two movies made plenty of money. Just think what they could make if they were actually good .

[Blue Bull]

Screw this, None of these other studio Marvel flick will be getting my money. If you guys are serious about the properties going back to Marvel don't pluck down your money on them. I just rented the new Ghost Rider and its worst than the first IMO.

[spidy]

The trailer better be good. The first two movies were mediocre at best. And with the last Marvel movies, well the first two were pretty bad. The movies need a more serious tone with some plot. I'm sure Chris Evans would prefer being known as Captain America over the Human Torch.