Ralph Ineson to Embrace Cosmic Villainy as Galactus in Marvel's Upcoming Fantastic Four

The announcement has been made: The Marvel Cinematic Universe will soon feature Galactus, with British actor Ralph Ineson taking on the role. Via Twitter, the actor known for his role in The First Omen expressed his thoughts on playing the intergalactic menace. "World devouring cosmic villain is it? I’ll see what I can do," he commented, linking a report on his new role. Ineson, who initially gained recognition as Chris Finch in The Office, has since taken roles in a variety of television and film productions.

Some of his standout performances include playing William in The Witch, Dagmer Cleftjaw in Game of Thrones, and Amycus Carrow in the Harry Potter series. Interestingly, Ineson has already made an appearance in the MCU, portraying a Ravager Pilot in 2014’s Guardians of the Galaxy.

In the upcoming Fantastic Four movie, he is set to portray Galactus, a character often depicted as a colossal being capable of consuming entire planets for their energy. This has sparked excitement and anticipation among fans. The film will not only introduce Galactus but also Julia Garner, who is slated to appear as the Silver Surfer, adding intrigue to her character’s involvement in the narrative.

Scheduled for release on July 25, 2025, Fantastic Four will feature Joseph Quinn, Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as the iconic superhero squad. For aficionados ready to explore the Marvel Universe more extensively, there is an in-depth guide available that details the recommended order for watching Marvel movies.