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EPISODE · Jul 23, 2025 · 6 MIN

Fantastic Four: First Steps Interview - Director Matt Shakman Talks Silver Surfer, Inspiration, & More

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The Fantastic Four: First Steps Director Matt Shakman joins TJ Zwarych of Agents of Fandom to discuss the upcoming Marvel Studios Fantastic Four film! He reveals why they chose Shalla-Bal as the Silver Surfer for the film, why John Malkovich's Red Ghost was cut from the final draft, and which movies helped inspire the set design for the 1960s futuristic universe.(00:00) Why They Chose Shalla-Bal's Silver Surfer over Norrin Radd?(02:00) Comparing WandaVision to The Fantastic Four: First Steps(02:45) Films That Inspired Fantastic Four: First Steps - Apollo 13, James Bond, Interstellar (04:45) Why Was John Malkovich Cut From The Fantastic Four: First Steps?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/agents-of-fandom--5479222/support.

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