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Julia Garner’s Silver Surfer Spinoff Hints at Norrin Radd’s MCU Arrival

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Based on Julia Garner’s remarks regarding a Silver Surfer spinoff, it appears that the character who seems most conspicuously absent in “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” is poised to make his Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) entrance earlier than expected. In this upcoming series, Julia Garner portrays the Silver Surfer from an alternate universe, alerting the Fantastic Four about the impending arrival of Galactus. This will be the second time a Silver Surfer has appeared on screen and the first instance of a female live-action adaptation of the character. As is customary for the Silver Surfer, Julia Garner’s portrayal may align with the heroes and ultimately defy Galactus.

Anticipating the July 2025 release of “The Fantastic Four: First Steps”, Julia Garner expresses her interest in a Silver Surfer spinoff within the MCU, stating she’d be “completely enthusiastic” about starring in such a project. Her sentiments echo those expressed eighteen years ago following Silver Surfer’s live-action debut in “Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer”, which initially sparked plans for a Norrin Radd Spinoff. However, the negative reception of “Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer” resulted in the cancellation of all potential spinoffs and sequels.

A Silver Surfer Spinoff Is The Perfect Place To Introduce Norrin Radd

The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Silver Surfer Spinoff Could Follow Shalla-Bal And Norrin Radd’s Origin

On their home planet of Zenn-La, Norrin Radd develops feelings for Shalla-Bal prior to agreeing to serve Galactus as his Herald. As the Silver Surfer, Norrin leads Galactus to various planets for consumption, eventually aligning with the Fantastic Four. Meanwhile, Shalla-Bal rises as a leader among her people and ascends to become Empress of Zenn-La. The romantic connection between Norrin and Shalla-Bal is revisited numerous times throughout their tumultuous relationship, which is tested by various adversaries. In one comic book episode, Shalla-Bal momentarily gains the powers of the Silver Surfer’s Herald.

In the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), Shalla-Bal seems to be replacing the character Norrin Radd, as originally portrayed in the source material. If The Fantastic Four: First Steps paves the way for a Silver Surfer spinoff, a prequel film about Shalla-Bal could unravel the MCU’s backstory of Norrin Radd and provide an explanation as to why Galactus didn’t recruit him in this universe. The reason behind the MCU’s Norrin Radd abandoning his dream of defending Zenn-La remains a puzzle with many unanswered questions. Moreover, if some segments of The Fantastic Four: First Steps‘ Silver Surfer spinoff unfold in the present day, it could potentially transform Norrin Radd into another Silver Surfer character.

A Silver Surfer Spinoff Could Also Be Galactus’ Perfect Origin Story

Galactus’ Origin Story Could Be On Par With Thanos’

The portrayal of Galactus in Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer was met with significant criticism due to his ethereal form and absence of human-like traits. However, The Fantastic Four: First Steps addresses this issue by featuring Ralph Ineson as a more faithful adaptation of Galactus. This change opens up the possibility for a Silver Surfer spinoff that could delve into the rich lore surrounding Galactus and uncover his heartrending origin story. In the original comics, the character Galan from Taa was selected by the Sixth Cosmos to survive its demise, transforming into a cosmic entity in the Seventh Cosmos under one condition: consuming planets to sustain his existence.

As a passionate fan, the concept of a standalone Silver Surfer film, weaving together two compelling narratives, truly resonates with me. One tale revolves around Shalla-Bal and Norrin Radd, who bravely relinquish their liberty to safeguard their home. The other unfolds the tragic curse that binds Galactus, a cosmic entity doomed to obliterate countless innocent lives.

Given the powerful impact of Thanos’ origin story in Avengers: Infinity War, I firmly believe that a film delving into Galactus’ origins could transform Ralph Ineson’s Devourer of Worlds into an equally captivating antagonist, rivaling Josh Brolin’s portrayal of the Mad Titan.

A Silver Surfer Spinoff Could Be The Launchpad For The MCU’s Next Wave Of Cosmic Stories

Silver Surfer Is The Ideal Character To Lead The MCU’s Cosmic Stories After The Guardians Of The Galaxy

Following Thor’s creation of the cosmic realm within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), the Guardians of the Galaxy rose to prominence, paving the way for characters such as Captain Marvel, Thanos, Adam Warlock, the Eternals, and the Celestials. However, with the conclusion of the original Guardians’ story in “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3”, it appears that the MCU is currently avoiding a return to their corner of the galaxy. Post-“The Fantastic Four: First Steps”, a Silver Surfer movie could potentially introduce a fresh batch of cosmic characters into the MCU, including Nova, Quasar, Gladiator, Annihilus, and the Phoenix Force.

In relation to whether the Silver Surfer spinoff in the Marvel Cinematic Universe occurs before or after the storyline of “The Fantastic Four: First Steps”, there are possibilities for introducing fresh cosmic characters and plotlines. For instance, Shalla-Bal and Silver Surfer may encounter the Phoenix Force prior to its selection of Jean Grey as its host, or they could engage in battles and collaborate with Richard Rider after he assumes the Nova identity following Thanos’ demolition of Xandar. Upon arriving on Earth-616, Julia Garner’s portrayal of Silver Surfer might encounter Rocket Raccoon’s revamped Guardians of the Galaxy squad and ready for the confrontation with them in “Avengers: Doomsday”.

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2025-04-26 14:58

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