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In the swirling world of casting rumors, the latest buzz for theFantastic Fourreboot points to Matt Smith, renowned for his roles inHouse of the DragonandDoctor Who, as a potential candidate to play Reed Richards. Marvel fans, however, find themselves in a state of disarray, having long cherished the idea of John Krasinski portraying the beloved character.
The mere mention of any other contender has been met with vehement denouncement from the dedicated fanbase. When whispers surfaced suggesting that theDoctor Whostar might have been offered the role before the SAG-AFTRA strike, chaos erupted, unleashing a storm of passionate reactions from fans across the microblogging platform X, formerly known as Twitter.
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Matt Smith Is Rumored to Be the Next Reed Richards in Marvel’sFantastic Four
The anticipation surrounding the cast of the upcomingFantastic Fourmovie continues to stir lively debates. While the pre-production has hit a snag due to the ongoing writers’ and actors’ strikes, the casting process remains shrouded in uncertainty. Among the rumors circulating,Matt Smith‘s name has emerged as a potential candidate for the role of Reed Richards. As it is now being revealed that the actor was offered the role just before the strike hit.
Already a key figure inMorbius, Smith is one of the many actors rumored to be considered for the iconic role. After the news surfaced aboutAdam Driver‘s change of heart regarding the character, the situation has become even more unpredictable. Though this information should be taken with a grain of salt, it has already ignited a frenzy on social media, leaving fans eagerly waiting for official announcements.
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Doctor WhoFans vs Marvel Fans
To understand why Matt Smith is getting trolled, one has to journey back a few months to the release of the movieMorbius, which left the fans deeply disappointed, deserving an article of its own to elaborate on how it exactly shattered expectations. Additionally, theDoctor Whofinale also drew mixed reactions from fans, with some arguing that Matt Smith’s time as the eleventh Doctor started strong but gradually declined in quality as it progressed.
Now, Marvel enthusiasts are voicing their frustration, blaming the studio for a seemingly poor casting decision if the news is at all true, because of Smith’s involvement in the above-mentioned projects. But loyalDoctor Whofans stand firmly to defend their beloved Doctor. The clash has ignited a heated online keyboard battle, with both parties fiercely defending their positions. The tension surrounding this potential casting has reached a boiling point on the microblogging site X. Here are some fan reactions that highlight the ongoing war between the two sides,
I am begging some of you to watch more Matt Smith projects than just Morbius. He’s amazing in Doctor Who and I could totally see him as Reed Richardspic.twitter.com/nwLZCAZYfg
— Joe (@hzjoe03)August 03, 2025
Going from Adam driver to Matt smith 😟pic.twitter.com/JLZPaUHn0s
— Cogz (@Cogzzzzz)July 25, 2025
He’s Perfect
— Carlos Gzz (@carlosgzz03)June 30, 2025
nah John Krasinski as Reed or bust
— C-MC (@mcufightclub)July 13, 2025
Matt smith, great choice. Mr fantastic one of the most intelligent people in marvel. I am getting doctor who vibes.pic.twitter.com/BduMowG83s
— Nick (@ThePrideSpider)July 21, 2025
https://twitter.com/officially_d13/status/1686654278880858112?s=20
The ongoing debate surrounding the casting choice is unlikely to reach a resolution anytime soon. Only time will tell whether the final cast can manage to impress both the passionateDoctor Whofans and the devoted Marvel enthusiasts. As the anticipation builds, fans find themselves in a state of eager anticipation, eagerly waiting to see who will ultimately don the role of Reed Richards.
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Sampurna Banerjee
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Sampurna Banerjee is an Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, and she’s written over 1,700 articles! She covers everything from celebrity news to the latest superhero buzz, streaming shows, and fan theories. If it’s trending in pop culture, Sampurna’s probably already on it.When she’s not working, you’ll probably find her rewatching The Office (again), getting into debates about Marvel’s timeline, or diving deep into Christopher Nolan movies for the hundredth time. She’s not just writing about entertainment, she’s living it.
