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Why Marvel cut Oscar-nominated John Malkovich’s villain role from ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’: A brief explainer
No, you did not blink and miss it. John Malkovich will no longer appear in Marvel Studios’ upcoming tentpole The Fantastic Four: First Steps, despite having filmed scenes as the villain Ivan Kragoff, also known as the Red Ghost.
John Malkovich Cut From ‘Fantastic Four’ As Paul Walter Hauser’s Mole Man Gets First Look
John Malkovich’s Red Ghost was cut from Marvel’s “Fantastic Four: First Steps,” while Paul Walter Hauser debuts as Mole Man in newly released first-look images.
John Malkovich’s Red Ghost Cut From ‘Fantastic Four’; Director Says ‘It Was Heartbreaking Not to Include Him’ (EXCLUSIVE)
The Red Ghost has escaped! Actor John Malkovich will no longer appear in Marvel Studios’ “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” as Ivan Kragoff, aka the Red Ghost, one of the earliest villains to battle the superhero quartet in the comics.
‘Fantastic Four’: John Malkovich’s Red Ghost Gets Cut After Supporting Director’s Debut Movie
John Malkovich’s Red Ghost will not be appearing in the forthcoming The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Matt Shakman, during an interview with Variety, broke his silence on Malkovich’s Red Ghost, elaborating on the reasoning behind trimming his character entirely from the theatrical cut, whose runtime has been revealed to be 115 minutes.
'Fantastic Four' director says John Malkovich's Red Ghost was cut from film: 'I was honored he came to play'
Even the Silver Surfer couldn't have heralded John Malkovich ending up on the cutting room floor for The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Malkovich has been cut from the Marvel film by director Matt Shakman less than two weeks ahead of the film's July 25 release,
John Malkovich Cut From 'The Fantastic Four'
Variety reports that Malkovich had been cast as The Red Ghost, one of the Fantastic Four's earliest villains. Malkovich would have appeared in a part of the film that showcased the heroes' earliest bad guys,
‘Fantastic Four’ Director Explains Why John Malkovich Was Cut From Film
First Steps revealed why he made the “heartbreaking” decision to cut one of his “very favorite humans,” John Malkovich, from the film. Director Matt Shakman told Variety Wednesday that Malkovich, 71,
John Malkovich Cut from “Fantastic Four: First Steps,” Director Explains the 'Heartbreaking' Decision
Despite not making the final cut, Malkovich “was brilliant in it, and gave it his all," said director Matt Shakman
Marvel Cut John Malkovich From Fantastic Four: First Steps
Legendary actor John Malkovich was confirmed to star in Fantastic Four: First Steps months ago and even appeared in the film’s first trailer back in February. Now, it sounds like that is the only time we’re going to see him in the MCU,
‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Director Matt Shakman Explains Why John Malkovich’s Red Ghost Was Cut From The Film
In an unexpected and bittersweet twist, acclaimed actor John Malkovich‘s Red Ghost has officially been cut from ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’, Marvel Studios’ much-anticipated cinematic reintroduction of its iconic superhero family.
Fantastic Four: First Steps' Director Explains Why John Malkovich's Character Was Cut, And Why It Was Especially Difficult On A Personal Level
The latest of upcoming Marvel movies is just a week away, and that means we’ll finally get to see the sprawling cast of Fantastic Four: First Steps… minus one. Despite there b
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Even More ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Reactions Are In: MCU Masterpiece Confirmed
First Steps is getting a lot of attention. Based on the famous Marvel Comics superhero team, this movie brings the Fantastic ...
Fantastic Four director Matt Shakman says Pedro Pascal's Reed Richards will "lead the Avengers", and let's spare a thought for Sam Wilson
While speaking to Variety on the challenges of casting Reed Richards – a role that ultimately went to Pedro Pascal – Shakman ...
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'Changed Dramatically': Matt Shakman Gives Disappointing Star Trek 4 Update
Star Trek 4 has spent years in development hell, and one-time director Matt Shakman reveals the struggles of the next Kelvin ...
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THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS Director Says Reed Richards Is "The Guy Who's Leading The Avengers"
First Steps director Matt Shakman recently shared an interesting bit of news that is sure to get fans talking about about the ...
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Fantastic Four: See What MCU’s Mole Man Looks Like in New Image
The first image of Paul Walter Hauser's Mole Man, who will appear in The Fantastic Four: First Steps, has been revealed.
The Fantastic Four: First Steps - Official 'Crafting Fantastic Four' Featurette
Watch the 'Crafting Fantastic Four' Featurette for The Fantastic Four: First Steps, the next installment to the MCU and ...
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THE FANTASTIC FOUR Director Says Reed Richards Is "The Guy Who's Leading The AVENGERS"
First Steps director Matt Shakman revealed that Reed Richards (Pedro Pascal) will lead the team in Avengers: Doomsday? Maybe.
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Fantastic Four: Number of Post-Credits Scenes Reportedly Revealed
The number of post-credits scenes featured in Marvel Studios' The Fantastic Four: First Steps has reportedly been revealed.