Exclusive: Cillian Murphy Unveils the Amazing Reason Behind His Marvel Casting as Dr Doom in Fantastic Four!

Summary

Cillian Murphy has reacted to calls for him to play Dr Doom in the Fantastic Four movie saying it always depends on a good script.

Murphy's past collaborations with director Christopher Nolan have solidified his reputation as a favored candidate among fans to portray the Machiavellian villain.

The decision to cast Murphy in the MCU now rests on the shoulders of scriptwriter Josh Friedman, whose prior body of work perfectly aligns with Murphy's acting style.

Oppenheimer star Cillian Murphy has officially responded to fancasting him as Fantastic Four villain Dr Doom. He expressed his interest in the role and offered Marvel Studios the opportunity to cast him if they so desire. Having previously portrayed Scarecrow in Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy, Murphy has become somewhat of a good luck charm for the acclaimed director. Given his reputation, it is not surprising that fans of the Fantastic Four franchise often envision him as the Machiavellian monster, Victor Von Doom. In a recent interview with Josh Horowitz on the Happy Sad Confused Podcast, Murphy was asked about the possibility of playing Dr Doom. He stated that he would be open to considering the role and would be willing to read a script if one was presented to him.

If Marvel Studios wants to fulfill fans' desires of having Cillian Murphy portray Dr. Doom in the upcoming Fantastic Four movie, they have a clear plan. It all comes down to nailing the script and ensuring Murphy gets the opportunity to read it. If this happens, there is a chance that one of the most talented actors of this generation might join the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The responsibility of delivering a captivating script currently lies with Josh Friedman, the writer of Avatar: The Way Of Water, who has taken over from Jeff Kaplan and Ian Springer. Considering Friedman's previous work on Foundation and Snowpiercer, it's likely that the tone of Fantastic Four will align well with Murphy's acting style.

Cillian Murphy Revealed His Condition For Playing Comic Book Movies Years Ago

The right script is even more important than a good one. If Marvel Studios wants to appeal to fan desires and bring in Murphy, they should consider what attracted the actor to Nolan's Batman Begins. While the MCU has a more fantastical setting compared to the Dark Knight universe, Murphy has previously praised Nolan's realistic tone. According to Vulture, Murphy stated, "It was a different time when we made Batman Begins. I think that Chris [Nolan] has to take credit for making that trilogy of films. I think they’re so grounded in a relatable reality... Nobody in those films ever had a superpower. Do you know what I mean? It’s a slightly heightened level of storytelling where New York is Gotham and no one did anything magical. Batman in his movies just did a lot of pushups and was, like, British. So that’s what I loved about them."

The Fantastic Four movie might face challenges in casting Murphy as Dr Doom, as previous versions of the character have been either too dramatic or too fantastical. However, it is crucial to portray Doom as a realistic and intimidating threat, considering his desire for power and his menacing presence. Balancing the character's otherworldly appearance with a grounded portrayal would align with the comic book essence of the MCU's Fantastic Four reboot. If achieving this realism means securing an actor as talented as Murphy, then it is a worthwhile investment.