Julia Garner Cast As Silver Surfer In The Fantastic Four; LaKeith Stanfield Reacts: “Thought It Was Going to Be Me”
In the latest development, Julia Garner, known for her role in Ozark and her three Emmy wins, is set to take on the role of Silver Surfer in the upcoming Fantastic Four film
Julia Garner Cast as Silver Surfer in The Fantastic Four; LaKeith Stanfield Reacts: “Thought It Was Going to Be Me” ( Photo Credit – Wikimedia; Instagram )
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In the latest development, Julia Garner, known for her role in Ozark and her three Emmy wins, is set to take on the role of Silver Surfer in the upcoming Fantastic Four film, marking their entry into the MCU. However, the news surprised LaKeith Stanfield, who was acclaimed for his performance in The Changeling and an Academy Award nominee for Judas and the Black Messiah. According to Screen Rant, Stanfield shared his reaction on Instagram following the announcement, alongside a screenshot of a news report. His caption read, “Thought it was going to be me but ig.” Stanfield has since deleted the post, leaving fans speculating whether he had auditioned for the role or was considered a top contender. Speculation suggests that he may have referenced previous fan campaigns advocating for his casting. However, he has yet to provide further clarification.
Details about the role
Julia Garner is poised to portray Shalla-Bal, introduced initially as Silver Surfer Norrin Radd’s romantic interest and later depicted as his companion in Marvel’s multiverse. The inclusion of Norrin Radd in The Fantastic Four is still being determined. Speculation about Galactus as the movie’s primary villain abounds, though no official confirmation has been made, and casting for the speculated role is still pending.
Shalla-Bal emerged onto the scene in the 1968 Silver Surfer #1 comic, a collaborative effort between Stan Lee and John Buscema. She holds the affection of Norrin Radd, the original Silver Surfer, within the comic book narratives.
Julia Garner’s outstanding acting chops have garnered massive recognition, snagging three Primetime Emmy Awards for portraying Ruth Langmore in the popular Netflix series Ozark. Her talent also snagged her a nod for her lead role in the Netflix miniseries Inventing Anna. Garner has flexed her versatility in films such as Grandma, The Assistant, and The Royal Hotel. Right now, she’s gearing up to headline in Blumhouse Productions’ forthcoming Wolf Man remake, currently in the works.
Who is LaKeith Stanfield?
LaKeith Stanfield has received significant acclaim throughout his artistic career. Recently, he showcased his talent in Apple TV+’s The Changeling and in movies such as Haunted Mansion and The Book of Clarence. He has made memorable appearances in Straight Outta Compton, Get Out, Death Note, Uncut Gems, and Knives Out. Despite being nominated for Best Supporting Actor in Judas and the Black Messiah, the award ultimately went to his co-star Daniel Kaluuya.
Silver surface past film entries
The Silver Surfer’s saga resonates deeply within the realm of Marvel comics, video games, and animated endeavors, yet his journey into live-action adaptations has been a rarity. In the 2007 Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer, we witnessed a portrayal of this cosmic entity, with Doug Jones bringing the character to life while Laurence Fishburne provided his commanding voice. Alas, despite aspirations for a spinoff movie to unravel further depths of this rendition, it languished in the purgatory of development and failed to materialize.
