Doctor Strange 2 Writer Loved Creating Fantastic Illuminati Cameo
Warning: This post contains MAJOR spoilers for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness writer Michael Waldron explains why he loved creating John Krasinski's Reed Richards surprise cameo. The Phase 4 Marvel Cinematic Universe film is filled with mind-blowing cameos that help the movie really live up to its title. Centered on Benedict Cumberbatch's beloved Doctor Strange character, audiences are taken into multiple universes in which they encounter numerous MCU characters.
From Hayley Atwell appearing as Captain Carter to Lashana Lynch returning as Earth-818's Captain Marvel, the Multiverse of Madness is truly filled with some gasp-worthy appearances. It's probably Krasinski's portrayal of Reed Richards, otherwise known as Mr. Fantastic, that induced the most cheers in theaters. Since Krasinski is more known for his average Joe (or Jim) roles, his casting as Mr. Fantastic sparked a debate among fans. Some thought the actor wasn't eccentric or charismatic enough to play the character. However, other fans thought he could pull it off. Nonetheless, it seems the Doctor Strange 2 writer still had fun creating Krasinski's character and bringing the actor on board as Richards.
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In an exclusive interview with Screen Rant, Waldron explains why he loved creating Krasinski's surprise cameo as Reed Richards in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. When asked if he enjoyed writing Patrick Stewart's cameo as Professor X or Krasinski's cameo as Mr. Fantastic best, Waldron responded, "Probably the second one you said." As to why he liked that one the best, the writer explains Reed Richards is his favorite
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