Key Updates on Joseph Quinn’s Role in Upcoming MCU Projects
- Joseph Quinn is set to feature prominently in both The Fantastic Four: First Steps and Avengers: Doomsday.
- He expresses a desire to reunite with fellow actor Will Poulter in the latter film.
- Currently, no actors from the Guardians of the Galaxy series are included in the cast for Avengers: Doomsday, with further announcements anticipated.
The Fantastic Four: First Steps is poised to be one of Marvel Studios’ standout releases, debuting on July 25, 2025. This film marks the much-anticipated introduction of the renowned superhero quartet into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The trailer has already generated considerable excitement among fans, keen to see how these iconic characters will reshape the franchise. Joseph Quinn plays a pivotal role as Johnny Storm, also known as the Human Torch, and his presence will extend beyond this film.
Recently, news of Quinn’s inclusion in the cast for Avengers: Doomsday was unveiled, showcasing an impressive ensemble of both seasoned and new characters within the MCU. Notably, all members of the Fantastic Four are expected to feature, but Quinn is particularly eager to encounter a familiar face: Will Poulter, known for his role as Adam Warlock. Poulter’s character last appeared in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, and Quinn hopes to share the screen with him once more.
In an interview with IGN, Quinn conveyed his excitement about joining the cast, stating, “It was a relief, I suppose. It was a nice thing.”He added, “I think I’m in very good company. I would love to see Will (Poulter) there, too, just because we have a laugh. But the road is long in this Marvel lad, so God willing, because it would be fun.”
While there has been silence regarding further appearances of Guardians of the Galaxy actors in Avengers: Doomsday, Poulter has expressed interest in reprising his role, suggesting that his character could reappear in future projects. Currently, the MCU has not confirmed new developments for the Guardians franchise aside from a statement indicating that Chris Pratt’s Star-Lord will return at some point.
While it seems unlikely that characters from Guardians of the Galaxy will feature in either Avengers: Doomsday or The Fantastic Four: First Steps, fans are still hopeful for potential crossovers in upcoming installments. The MCU has teased additional casting announcements for Avengers: Doomsday, leaving room for Poulter’s inclusion in this highly anticipated film.
As the landscape of the MCU evolves, Avengers: Doomsday is expected to be a cornerstone event, bringing together a multitude of characters. With Robert Downey Jr. reprising his role as Doctor Doom – a central antagonist for the Fantastic Four – speculation arises about the significance of their characters in the narrative. It’s plausible that The Fantastic Four: First Steps could foreshadow or introduce Downey Jr.’s take on Doom in preparation for the larger alliance in Avengers: Doomsday.