New MCU Speculation: Paul Walter Hauser as Fantastic Four Villain

Paul Walter Hauser may play a part in "Fantastic Four," according to new MCU rumors that surface following the actor's casting.

Paul Walter Hauser, the star of Cobra Kai, has a long list of amazing credits, and he was recently cast in the next Marvel Cinematic Universe film Fantastic Four. Hauser's involvement in the film is unknown, as is every other aspect of it, including the storyline, although a recent MCU rumor seems to suggest he may play a part.

Hauser has established herself as a well-known star on both little and large screens. The actor and professional wrestler most recently provided the voice of Dark for Netflix's Orion and the Dark. For his role as Larry Hall in the true crime drama series Black Bird on Apple TV+, Hauser won the 2024 Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie. His casting in the MCU has now increased the film's buzz.

A New Member of the Fantastic Four Cast: Paul Walter Hauser

Ever since the movie featuring the original four cast members of the MCU was announced, the Fantastic Four reboot has been the buzz of the town. Although fans' opinions of Pedro Pascal's Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic in the film have been divided, we will have to wait and see what the gifted actor does with the role. In addition to Pascal, Ebon Moss-Bachrach will portray Ben Grimm, also known as the Thing, Vanessa Kirby will portray Sue Storm, also known as the Invisible Woman, and Joseph Quinn was cast as Johnny Storm, also known as the Human Torch.

The film has been adding performers for supporting roles in addition to the main cast. Julia Garner recently joined the highly anticipated film as Shalla-Bal, a Silver Surfer clone.

 According to a recent report by Deadline, Paul Walter Hauser was also cast as the newest actor in the film. Marvel Studios hasn't revealed his involvement, though. Fantastic Four looks to be a throwback film; it might take place in the 1960s, and the main cast members are shown flashing light blue Fantastic Four uniforms. It is difficult to guess, though, what plot Marvel will ultimately choose for the film.

A Novel Hypothesis Implies Paul Walter Hauser's Appropriate Place in Fantastic Four

Fans might be curious about Hauser's potential role in the MCU film. Hauser's persona has been clarified by a recent rumor that claims Mole Man would be taking on the superhero team. Hauser's portrayal of Mole Man looks appropriate, and the performer has a lot of potential for the part.

Mole Man, sometimes known as Harvey Rupert Elder, was the first antagonist the Fantastic Four encountered. A brilliant villain who possesses little superhuman ability, but his cunning makes him a formidable opponent for Richards' group of superheroes. Mole Man, in the subterranean world of Subterranea, lost his sight after staring straight into a highly reflecting diamond deposit, but he gained superhuman senses in other areas.

Mole Man is skilled in hand-to-hand fighting and possesses an army as well. The Fantastic Four #1 in November 1961 featured a short, overweight, and highly nearsighted villain with a huge nose. This character was developed by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, and it was later featured in various Marvel Comics editions. 

The Fantastic Four film directed by Matt Shakman is scheduled to open on July 25, 2025.