Pedro Pascal’s Dark Confession: ‘Every Role is Scary Now’

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Pedro Pascal’s career has soared during the past few years, with his fame reaching new heights. His fan base started growing steadily when he appeared in shows like “Game of Thrones,” “Narcos,” and even the villain in “Kingsman: The Golden Circle.” However, his star status has really taken off due to remarkable performances as the main character in “The Mandalorian” and as Joel in HBO’s version of the popular game “The Last of Us.” It’s worth noting that Pascal recognizes the pressure of portraying captivating characters from famous franchises, especially now that he leads the cast of “The Fantastic Four: First Steps.

During an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Pascal admitted that he sometimes feels apprehensive about not meeting fans’ expectations when playing characters. Yet, he bravely accepts these roles despite their intimidation. As he reflects on his previous work, he notes that each role seemed progressively more daunting compared to the one before it, expressing this sentiment: “Every role I’ve taken on has been more intimidating than the last.

Moving from a series as massive as Game of Thrones, to Narcos during Netflix’s early days, and onto Star Wars and The Last of Us in the gaming world has left me feeling constantly dwarfed by the daunting nature of each project. They are all intimidating because I strive to make people happy, especially when dealing with well-known properties that come with specific fan expectations, as I aim to meet those expectations.

Pedro Pascal Has a Bright Future in the MCU

In his newest part, the actor portrays Reed Richards, who is frequently recognized as one of Marvel Comics’ most intelligent characters. Leading The Fantastic Four, Richards assumes the identity of Mister Fantastic, employing his elastic powers to battle adversaries like Doctor Doom. Given the anticipation among Marvel fans for a fresh take on the team in the comic book world, Pascal’s apprehensions about not meeting expectations are certainly justified.

It’s great to see that the actor has stepped up admirably for most of his roles. Apart from making an indelible impact on the Star Wars universe through his role in The Mandalorian, Pascal will also showcase his skills on the big screen in 2026 with The Mandalorian and Grogu. Furthermore, his portrayal of Joel Miller in The Last of Us has earned him significant acclaim, a recognition that is likely to continue as the second season of the HBO series unfolds, given its darker and more intricate nature.

Doomsday’ indicates he will likely play a significant role in the upcoming team, possibly serving as a counterpart to Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom. Given their intriguing dynamic from the comics, it is exciting to anticipate how Pascal’s journey in the MCU unfolds post his debut in ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’.

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2025-04-11 22:31