Ozark Actor Julia Garner Joins Marvel ‘The Fantastic Four’ as Shalla-Bal

Ozark Actor Julia Garner Joins Marvel ‘The Fantastic Four’ as Shalla-Bal

Julia Garner, known for her Emmy and Golden Globe-winning performances, is set to join the cast of Marvel’s “The Fantastic Four” as Shalla-Bal, a character inspired by the Silver Surfer from the Marvel comics.

In this highly anticipated film, Garner will star alongside Pedro Pascal, who will portray Reed Richards (also known as Mr. Fantastic), Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm (the Invisible Woman), Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm (the Human Torch), and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm (the Thing).

Directed by Matt Shakman, renowned for his work on “WandaVision” and “Monarch: Legacy of Monsters,” and featuring a screenplay by Josh Friedman, Jeff Kaplan, Ian Springer, and Eric Pearson, “Fantastic Four” is gearing up for production this summer. The film is slated for release on July 25, 2025.

The Silver Surfer, previously brought to life by Doug Jones and voiced by Laurence Fishburne in 2007’s “Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer,” holds a significant place in the Marvel universe.

Related: Marvel Announces New Cast for Fantastic 4 Movie in an Unusual Way

Garner is best known for her portrayal of Ruth Langmore in the hit series “Ozark,” where she shared the screen with Jason Bateman and Laura Linney. Her stellar performance in the series garnered her three Emmys and a Golden Globe. She has also made memorable appearances in other television shows such as “The Americans,” “Dirty John,” and “Inventing Anna,” earning additional Emmy and Golden Globe nominations for her work.

In the realm of film, Garner received acclaim and an Independent Spirit Award nomination for her role in Kitty Green’s “The Assistant.” Notably, she reunited with Green for “The Royal Hotel,” a project she also produced under her Alma Margo production banner. Upcoming projects include starring roles in Leigh Whannell’s “Wolf Man” alongside Christopher Abbott and the psychological thriller “Apartment 7A,” produced by John Krasinski and distributed by Paramount.

Let us know your thoughts on this casting decision for the Silver Surfer in the MCU. Stay tuned for more production updates on this film and other Marvel projects here at Chip and Company.

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