Why Marvel Should Cast David Tennant as Reed Richards in the MCU Now

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David Tennant has shared his ideal role within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), and I strongly hope Marvel Studios brings this vision to life. Tennant’s connection with the MCU is captivating, given that he has previously acted in the Netflix MCU timeline. In season 1 of Jessica Jones, Tennant embodied the villain Kilgrave, also known as the Purple Man. The character Jessica Jones played in that series is set to reappear in the Marvel Cinematic Universe during the second season of Daredevil: Born Again.

The ongoing debates about whether Netflix series align with the main Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) timeline, be it the Infinity Saga or the upcoming Multiverse Saga movies, have been resolved, at least partially, following the references made in Daredevil: Born Again and its ties to previous Netflix shows. This new development suggests that these series are now considered canonical within the MCU. Future Marvel TV productions will likely strengthen this connection, making David Tennant’s portrayal of Kilgrave an official part of the franchise. Despite this confirmation, Tennant has expressed his desire for another role in the MCU, a wish I hope Marvel grants in the future.

David Tennant Would Be A Perfect Addition To The MCU’s Upcoming Releases

Tennant’s Dream Role Has Never Had A Better Time To Come True

As a die-hard cinema enthusiast, I’ve always dreamt of seeing David Tennant slip into the role of Reed Richards, the brilliant mind behind The Fantastic Four. With the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s future looking brighter than ever, Tennant could be an ideal fit for the upcoming projects. Alas, it seems unlikely that we’ll see him in ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’, given Pedro Pascal’s current portrayal of Mister Fantastic. But with two Avengers movies on the horizon and the Multiverse Saga unfolding at full speed, who knows? Tennant could very well find himself joining Marvel’s next lineup.

Apart from fitting seamlessly into the logistics, David Tennant demonstrates a remarkable ability to embody Reed Richards. His portrayal of the Doctor in ‘Doctor Who’ showcases his versatility, particularly emphasizing the Doctor’s intelligence as a key aspect of his character. Translating this adaptability to another intellectually-minded character like Reed Richards would be effortless. Tennant’s commanding screen presence, coupled with his chemistry and charm, would make him an exceptional leading actor in a superhero film. Given the expansive nature of the Multiverse Saga, his potential inclusion in the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe releases seems highly fitting.

David Tennant’s MCU Dream Role Isn’t Impossible Thanks To The Multiverse Saga

The Multiverse Opens Many Doors

Discussing John Tennant potentially portraying Reed Richards in the MCU brings up connections to his past roles as Kilgrave and his upcoming role in “The Fantastic Four: First Steps.” However, despite these two potential obstacles, the Multiverse Saga opens up many possibilities for the franchise to introduce a different version of Reed played by Tennant. It’s doubtful that the 2025 Marvel reboot of “The Fantastic Four” will follow this route, as it might take away from Pedro Pascal’s portrayal of the smartest man in the Marvel Universe.

As “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Avengers: Secret Wars” approach, Tennant’s dream might just come true. These movies are anticipated to explore the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s multiverse in depth. Although the main cast of heroes for “Avengers: Doomsday” has been announced, appearances by others can be expected. Given that Reed Richards is strongly linked to the villain in both films, Dr. Doom, it would seem reasonable to include a cameo by Tennant as Mister Fantastic from another universe.

By casting Tennant as an alternate universe version of Reed Richards, we can sidestep any previous concerns about his portrayal and ensure there’s no confusion with Kilgrave since they hail from different realities. Also, having Tennant make a brief appearance won’t eclipse Pascal’s prominent role in the culmination of the MCU’s Multiverse Saga, as he represents a variant character from another dimension.

The MCU Has Already Justified David Tennant Being A Mister Fantastic Variant

To bolster this theory even more, Marvel has previously established the possibility of another prominent actor taking on the role of Mister Fantastic in a different version. In 2022, there was a well-received fan casting for Mister Fantastic in “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness,” with John Krasinski portraying the character in a brief appearance. This suggests that there could be multiple versions of Reed Richards across various universes. If Tennant were to play another one of these variants, it would not only align well with the current state of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s multiverse, but also provide an exciting cameo for fans and offer Tennant the coveted Marvel role he didn’t initially get.

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2025-06-03 15:09