‘They Had To Keep On Pulling Me Back’: Pedro Pascal Reveals One Aspect Of His Fantastic Four: First Steps Performance That The Crew Wanted Toned Down

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In approximately one month, we’ll be releasing “The Fantastic Four: First Steps“. As the release date approaches, our anticipation grows not just for its impact on future Marvel films, but also for its distinct approach. Unlike other superhero movies, the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Fantastic Four inhabits a world that blends retro-futurism with the 1960s, offering a refreshing change of pace. Recently, Pedro Pascal, who plays Mr. Fantastic, shared a humorous anecdote from set about this very aspect of the film.

When Pascal discussed his “Fantastic Four” film with Vanity Fair, he enthusiastically called it a “dream” to be part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and admitted that working alongside Vanessa Kirby’s Sue Storm/Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn’s Johnny Storm/Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach’s Ben Grimm/The Thing was an extraordinary experience. During production, there was one aspect of his role he had to tone down. Here’s what he shared:

The ambiance of the theater is captivating, yet I’m unsure if my portrayal meets expectations. They continually needed to restrain me from slipping into a somewhat refined, early 60s Atlantic accent. A dialect coach was provided to guide us in adopting that specific accent. Surprisingly, I adapted to it so effectively that they had to remind me to speak more like myself. Essentially, they said, ‘Speak more naturally.’

It appears that Pedro Pascal became quite enthusiastic with his period-specific accent during filming, and the director felt that he overstepped the mark a bit. To put it simply, Pascal’s portrayal of the accent might have been slightly excessive for the director’s taste.

It was challenging for me to perform that task since I was deeply immersed in that period, as it offered a unique perspective unlike anything we’ve experienced before. I believe the result is something fresh and unprecedented.

Based on our observation of The Fantastic Four: First Steps, Pedro Pascal appears to adopt a voice quite distinct from his roles we’ve previously witnessed. It seems that he immersed himself rather deeply in the 1960s mid-Atlantic accent, relishing the opportunity to delve into its “dramatic setting.

Of course, it’s not surprising that the actor feels this way, given that they were part of the Fantastic Four set. Marvel spared no expense in recreating a 1960s New York City and decorating it to match the era, as a tribute to when Stan Lee and Jack Kirby initially conceived the comic book team.

In this film, “First Steps” doesn’t unfold on our familiar 1960s Earth, but rather an alternate Earth from another dimension in the multiverse. Here, I, as a movie enthusiast, find myself drawn into a story where the Fantastic Four are charged with shielding this parallel world from a cosmic threat known as Galactus. As Reed Richards and Sue Storm prepare for the arrival of their child, the impending danger only heightens the emotional tension and stakes, making it personal for our superhero family.

This summer belongs to Pedro Pascal as he graces multiple film releases in 2025, such as “The Materialists” and “Eddington,” set for release on July 18 and July 25 respectively. Additionally, we eagerly anticipate his portrayal of the iconic superhero character in “Fantastic Four.

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2025-06-28 23:37