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David Dastmalchian Pushes for Veb's Return in MCU

10/9/2025

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Summary

Story summary

David Dastmalchian wants to return to the MCU as Veb to aid the Fantastic Four with language barriers.
He argues it makes no sense to explore universes without Veb's skills.
Dastmalchian said Kurt could assist at Avengers HQ.
He also wants Morbius or Marvel's Dracula, noting his horror roles have Ant-Man trilogy fans as the multiverse expands toward Avengers: Doomsday.

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Historical Context

The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) began in 2008 with "Iron Man" and has since grossed over $32 billion globally. By 2016, the franchise expanded with "Doctor Strange," introducing multiverse themes and diverse characters. This evolution reflects Marvel's strategy to enhance storytelling and meet fan expectations, paving the way for future crossovers and collaborations within the franchise.

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Story summary

David Dastmalchian wants to return to the MCU as Veb to aid the Fantastic Four with language barriers.
He argues it makes no sense to explore universes without Veb's skills.
Dastmalchian said Kurt could assist at Avengers HQ.
He also wants Morbius or Marvel's Dracula, noting his horror roles have Ant-Man trilogy fans as the multiverse expands toward Avengers: Doomsday.

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