The Thing Goes Shirtless?! New MCU Leaks!

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In fresh merchandise for “The Fantastic Four: First Steps”, Marvel Studios has given a glimpse of more The Thing, with Ebon Moss-Bachrach playing Ben Grimm who transforms into a rocky monster after a space mission mishap in the upcoming MCU film. Fans are eager to compare how the MCU’s portrayal of The Thing matches up with its depictions in earlier adaptations, as the character’s appearance has been a topic of discussion among Marvel enthusiasts.

A recently released promotional video by Hasbro, showcasing the latest additions to their Marvel Legends collection tied to The Fantastic Four: First Steps, highlights The Thing without a shirt.

Examining the action figure offers a closer view of The Thing’s rocky exterior, showcasing its uniformity throughout his entire body. It is fascinating to note that The Thing’s extraordinary physique grants him superhuman strength and his stony composition allows him to withstand almost any form of attack.

Even though Ben Grimm’s stone exterior hides his human form, the action figure showcases that the character retains human characteristics, such as muscular definition on his arms and chest.

In contrast to certain portrayals of The Thing, who is often seen bare, as exemplified in the 2015 Fantastic Four movie, it appears that the character Ben Grimm will always be dressed in some form of uniform throughout the comic series The Fantastic Four: First Steps. The Thing’s blue-and-white F4 pants and bracelet contribute to maintaining a superhero feel within the team, as their coordinated outfits suggest unity.

Before the merchandise unveiling, The Thing was portrayed in the promotional materials of “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” wearing either civilian attire or the team’s white-and-blue superhero uniform. However, a single frame from the latest trailer for the Marvel Cinematic Universe movie hints that The Thing will be shown without a shirt in the film, as he can be seen tugging a ship through water (although his body is mostly concealed).

As a film enthusiast, I must say, The Thing’s bare-chested appearance is reminiscent of the character’s classic comic book design. Just like the Hulk, this inhuman brawler often opts to fight sans shirt, perhaps because his massive physique could easily tear through ordinary clothing during fights.

In The Fantastic Four: First Steps, set for release on July 25, audiences will get a first look at the authentic design of the Thing. This film is helmed by Matt Shakman and features Moss-Bachrach, Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, and Joseph Quinn as the primary four superheroes. In this movie, we witness the debut of the Fantastic Four in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as they strive to protect their world from a cosmic threat called Galactus, known as the Devourer of Worlds.

What to Expect From The Thing in The Fantastic Four: First Steps

In Moss-Bachrach’s portrayal of the character in The Fantastic Four: First Steps, it becomes apparent that the character enjoys widespread admiration within their community due to frequent acts of kindness and occasional displays of strength meant for children’s entertainment.

In Marvel comics, the main challenges faced by a character are frequently connected to Ben Grimm’s struggle with accepting his transformed body. The metamorphosis from suave astronaut to rocky creature is hard for Ben to cope with, as The Thing is often seen as aggressive or fearsome due to his rugged appearance. However, beneath this rough exterior lies a tender and compassionate being.

In the promotional materials for Fantastic Four, it’s clear that The Thing is depicted in various outfits. It seems likely that at some point in the story, we might see him without a shirt, possibly during intense action scenes. On the other hand, his bare-chested appearance could symbolize his personal journey of self-acceptance, with him choosing to reveal his rocky form as a sign of embracing his extraordinary powers by the end of the film.

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2025-05-30 17:33