THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS Star Ebon Moss-Bachrach Talks Motion-Capture And His "Beautiful" Co-Stars

THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS Star Ebon Moss-Bachrach Talks Motion-Capture And His "Beautiful" Co-Stars

The Fantastic Four: First Steps star Ebon Moss-Bachrach has shared new details about how he's bringing The Thing to life in Marvel Studios' upcoming reboot and heaps praise on his fellow cast members.

By JoshWilding - Sep 16, 2024 08:09 AM EST
Filed Under: Fantastic Four
Source: Variety

There's understandably a lot of excitement to see each member of Marvel's First Family in Marvel Studios' The Fantastic Four: First Steps, but it's The Thing we know many of you really can't wait to see in action.

The Bear and Andor star Ebon Moss-Bachrach will bring the Ever-Lovin' Blue-Eyed Thing to life in the MCU and talked to Variety about his transformation at the 2024 Emmy Awards yesterday evening.

"I’m doing a lot of motion capture on [‘Fantastic Four’]," the actor said, explaining why he'd ditched his usual stubble. "So for maximum-data facial capture, I have to be clean-shaven."

Confirming that they're roughly six weeks into production, Bachrach confirmed he's only seen "crude renderings" of himself as Ben Grimm and remains eager to check out the finished product. 

"They got so many amazing animators working on it, literally hundreds of people working on it," he noted. "We’ve been shooting for about six weeks, and I haven’t been able to see anything yet, I don’t know exactly what the lead time is. I’m very excited to see something."

Asked about his co-stars, Bachrach added, "You got Joseph Quinn, you got Vanessa Kirby, Pedro Pascal. I mean this is a great-looking crowd. [They have] beautiful hearts, just a pleasure working with these guys. I miss them already."

Bachrach also revealed that, when he left London to head for the Emmys (where he won best supporting actor in a comedy series for the second year in a row), he found "a bunch of flowers and a bottle of champagne" in his hotel room sent by his fellow MCU newcomers. 

"It’s really kind. [There was a] sweet card, [and I] teared up a little bit," Bachrach said. "I love them. We’ve been working so hard together. We’re so close, so even going away for a second I get a little separation anxiety."

Set photos have confirmed that a combination of motion capture and a physical suit will be used to bring The Thing to life on screen, though the hero is expected to ultimately be a fully CG creation in the upcoming reboot.

Marvel Studios has announced that Pedro Pascal (Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic), Vanessa Kirby (Sue Storm/Invisible Woman), Joseph Quinn (Johnny Storm/Human Torch), and Ebon Moss-Bachrach (Ben Grimm/The Thing) will lead The Fantastic Four: First Steps cast.

We'll also see Ralph Ineson as Galactus, Julia Garner as Shalla-Bal/Silver Surfer, and Paul Walter Hauser, John Malkovich, and Natasha Lyonne in mystery roles. The story sees Galactus and Silver Surfer target Earth for destruction. 

Director Matt Shakman worked with both Avatar: The Way of Water co-writer Josh Friedman and WandaVision's Cam Squires on The Fantastic Four: First Steps' screenplay, with Eric Pearson (Black Widow) later coming on board for a final polish.

The movie is set to be released in theaters on July 25, 2025.

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GeneralZod
GeneralZod - 9/16/2024, 9:01 AM
I don't think the moustache is the issue. This guy looks like Reed.
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kazuma
kazuma - 9/16/2024, 9:04 AM
@GeneralZod - It's just the hesdshape. Reed has a rectangle face while Pedro doesn't.
dragon316
dragon316 - 9/16/2024, 9:33 AM
@GeneralZod - it’s mustache for most people he shaved I wouldn’t mind him only time I saw reed with facial hair when he disappeared he had beard
Izaizaiza
Izaizaiza - 9/16/2024, 10:01 AM
@GeneralZod - I agree that Pedro doesn't look much like comic reed, but we've had worse casting for major characters, and Pedro is a talented actor 🤞🏼
lvcl
lvcl - 9/16/2024, 6:07 PM
@Izaizaiza -
Reed Richards, also known as Mr. Fantastic, is often referred to as the smartest man on Earth due to his extraordinary intellect.

He is a scientific genius with a mastery in various fields including electrical, mechanical and aerospace engineering, electronics, chemistry, physics, and both human and alien biology.

I see Pedro's face and I can' t match it with the description
Izaizaiza
Izaizaiza - 9/17/2024, 9:30 AM
@lvcl - That's kind of a weird comment, as I know no correlation between intellect and facial features
TheVisionary25
TheVisionary25 - 9/16/2024, 9:10 AM
It definitely seems like from interviews , pictures & such how close the main four have gotten in a short amount of time which is good since chemistry is key here.

Anyway just from the little we saw in that leaked concept teaser , he seems do be doing well as Ben as I thought so but still looking forward to seeing him in the role!!.

Also congrats to him winning another Emmy last night aswell!!.

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HermanM
HermanM - 9/16/2024, 9:52 AM
Bachrach is the weakest casting, but he won't be seen much since he will be all CGI.

Hopefully he can do a good Thing voice.

Pedro just needs to shave, but everything else is pretty awesome.
Mihkdan29
Mihkdan29 - 9/16/2024, 10:04 AM
@HermanM - it's motion not just voice he's not just providing a voice,
DanFlashesShirt
DanFlashesShirt - 9/16/2024, 11:44 AM
@HermanM - hard disagree. Great casting, IMO.

Have you watched the Bear???
DesiSpiderman
DesiSpiderman - 9/16/2024, 3:25 PM
@HermanM - You’re lost. This was great casting! The Bear is so f*n good.
RegularPoochie
RegularPoochie - 9/16/2024, 9:58 AM
Sounds good, waiting the trailer patiently, just wondering when they'll release a teaser.
TitusAshview
TitusAshview - 9/16/2024, 10:50 AM
So there is no report, on a website, that claims to be bringing news? How do people believe in this round-a-bout of rumour, speculation and click bait based on Twitter shit-puppet tripe. This guy, Josh, does not have a clue. Seek better lol

Josh Wilding got a feeble 2:2 degree in English Language from Cardiff University (not even worth it) ten years ago and now he pretends to be an online journalist that only writes here to get Google clicks to benefit his own pocket. That's why he doesn't even spellcheck. Scum taking advantage of you all.

Truth.

Those are my findings.
DocSpock
DocSpock - 9/16/2024, 1:21 PM
@TitusAshview - @JoshWilding -

That’s pretty harsh.

Sure Josh poops out some sh!tty articles but also some very good ones. Usually very good reviews too.

And he makes an honest living doing this. If you think you can do better, they welcome new contributors.

I’d do some if I weren’t so drunk and lazy all the time.

TitusAshview
TitusAshview - 9/16/2024, 1:50 PM
@DocSpock - Twenty years ago I used to do reviews of TV Shows for free. For many shows. If Josh needs an income just for posting nonsense about how he loves Marvel and Google clicks and lists, than fair play if he gets wages. I'm only observing to what end this site is. Comments on threads seem like instigating hatred in some places. Is there no MODs apart from the authors?


It's just intriguing how this exists...
TitusAshview
TitusAshview - 9/16/2024, 1:51 PM
@DocSpock - Sorry, hat you're drunk.
DocSpock
DocSpock - 9/16/2024, 3:12 PM
@TitusAshview -

I’m not. It’s a blast!
TrentCrimm
TrentCrimm - 9/16/2024, 3:17 PM
@TitusAshview -
"It's just intriguing how this exists..."

Most of us regulars don't necessarily come here for the quality "journalism", the ONLY reasons this site is still as active as it is, is because 1. Its an easy place for people to come and find basically all the relevant stuff in one place, most other places cover every genre and you have to sift through to find what interests you.

But the big one I think is the community aspect of it, I think a lot of us come here, skim the article for the relevant quotes/information, and then we come right to the comments section. This place has always had a very active members section and that's something you don't really get anywhere other than Reddit.

That and they've gotten extremely good at clickbait and feeding into Googles algorithms.

Until someone can come along and give people those two things in a more professional format, this site and all it's hokey journalism will be thriving.
TitusAshview
TitusAshview - 9/17/2024, 4:43 AM
@TrentCrimm - Very well said, good chap. Love the username as well, great show and actually a very underrated actor.
TitusAshview
TitusAshview - 9/17/2024, 5:01 AM
@JoshWilding - Oh, yes, I wrote for free in my spare time and was very popular. You write shit and seem to be obsessed with users hating you. How does that feel?!? Get an actual life.

Ciao...
TitusAshview
TitusAshview - 9/17/2024, 11:45 AM
@JoshWilding - You are indeed a goldmine for my piece. Clutching at straws, brash untrue retaliation and simply have not a clue. I never dwelt on numbers but I used to get over 3000 viewers per article submitted by Google analytics. That was for fun. Where is your '7' coming from? Just made up shit like you like to project?

A sloppy insult by a sloppy wannabe. Hope you like what's going to happen...YOU'RE A STAR!!! LOL
JoshWilding
JoshWilding - 9/17/2024, 5:04 PM
@TitusAshview - Just to recap, you’ve dug up personal information about me (which, in fairness, is accessible online), called me a “whore” and “scum” and bragged about 3000 pageviews (good for you) when I generate millions for this site each month. And now you’re making weird veiled threats? Honestly, I feel like the best thing to do is just report your comments to our mods and move on because this is all a bit weird for me.
TitusAshview
TitusAshview - 9/17/2024, 5:08 PM
@JoshWilding - I actually just got what I needed from you with that excellent reply. Thanks for being a hot-head and throwing names Perfect for my article.


NateBest
NateBest - 9/19/2024, 12:29 AM
@TitusAshview - There's a 3-strike rule for the site, which usually also includes a warning before the first strike, but after reading through this thread I'm moving you right to strike #2. Make sure you read over the Community Guidelines and remember to be respectful in your comments and replies.
TitusAshview
TitusAshview - 9/19/2024, 4:59 AM
@NateBest - Absolutely. Just finishing my piece about online journalists and wanted to get a comment-to-comment bit with Josh. He really showed his colours. Actually admitted that he uses this site for personal financial gain with no respect for the users and commenters on here. There's a girl called Hannah Shaw-Williams who'll be in the headline though lol She's a REAL nasty bit of work!

Also, there are many comment sections here that just dive into U.S. politics, racism, homophobia and vicious attacks that are most likely are against your guidelines. Just FYI.

Do you even have MODs here?
NateBest
NateBest - 9/19/2024, 4:43 PM
@TitusAshview - Yes, I read through the thread. It looked more like you provoking a user to get a certain response, but maybe I missed something in the conversation. Regardless, good luck with your peice.

Yes, there are moderators, as well as a "report" feature for comments that the community feels go against the guidelines.

Sharing opinions are allowed, which most comments fall under, but there are plenty that don't. Usually from the same users, or alternate accounts they create after being disabled.
TitusAshview
TitusAshview - 9/20/2024, 4:54 AM
@NateBest - Was only getting a reaction/response from him. There was no malice or hatred (or whatever online abuse terms are) but simply wanted to know what levels he would go to in order to be a defender of his work.

Your name will not be mentioned in the piece. Nor other kind users like:-

@McMurdo
@DocSpock
@OrgasmicPotatoe
@DrReedRichards
@Clinthehamster

As those were vey helpful people and proved useful insight to my findings. maybe give them a 'Strike up'?!? I don't know Baseball. I know football and the way you can get a Yelloe Card recinded.
TheDpool
TheDpool - 9/16/2024, 12:24 PM
The chemistry this cast seems to have is so positive. That family dynamic is gonna be fun.
ModHaterSLADE
ModHaterSLADE - 9/16/2024, 1:20 PM
Good for him, hoping this Thing comes off remotely similar to the poker playing badass from the comics after that Trank disaster.

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