Julia Garner Gets Real on the Pedro Pascal Craze, Talks First Impressions, Set Experiences on ‘Fantastic Four'

Published 07/29/2025, 9:26 AM EDT

Pedro Pascal has evolved into cinema’s secret charm, effortlessly blending grit, heart, and a magnetic allure that defies genre. From post-apocalyptic protectors to regal heartthrobs, his roles span universes while keeping audiences completely hooked. His masculine elegance and emotional depth have crowned him the internet’s enduring crush, captivating fans of every generation. Now stepping into the Marvel spotlight, Pascal continues to expand his empire. Co-star Julia Garner recently shared her thoughts on working with him, adding to the growing legend surrounding his name.

Julia Garner opened up about the Pedro Pascal phenomenon, sharing her first impressions and behind-the-scenes moments from The Fantastic Four: First Steps set.

Pedro Pascal through Julia Garner’s eyes: Marvel set edition

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During her chat on the SmartLess podcast, Julia Garner opened up about working alongside Pedro Pascal in The Fantastic Four: First Steps. When the hosts jokingly called Pascal a “pain,” Garner laughed and quickly came to his defense, describing him as "so talented". She recalled meeting him at eighteen, instantly sensing his star potential. According to Garner, Pascal’s current wave of internet obsession feels long overdue. She expressed genuine happiness watching the world finally catch on to his brilliance.

Her reflections serve as a powerful reminder of how far Pedro Pascal has come. In the 1990s, he was scraping by with blink-and-miss roles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Touched by an Angel, juggling restaurant jobs and leaning on close friend Sarah Paulson to stay afloat. At one point, it was a single $2,000 residual check that kept him going. Today, fans cannot help but wonder how that journey has translated into wealth, what Pascal’s net worth looks like in 2025, and just how much he is commanding as Marvel’s newest leading man.

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As The Fantastic Four: First Steps builds momentum, curiosity spikes around Pedro Pascal’s Marvel paycheck and just how massive his 2025 net worth has become after years of grinding.

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Pedro Pascal’s net worth in 2025 is reportedly soaring, with estimates placing it between $10 million and $12 million. According to Wealth on Instagram, he secured a jaw-dropping $10 million paycheck for his role as Reed Richards in The Fantastic Four: First Steps. With his Marvel debut and ever-growing global recognition, Pascal has moved far beyond fan-favorite status. He is now firmly positioned among Hollywood’s top-earning talents, proving that his rise is not just celebrated, it is bankable.

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Pedro Pascal has stacked serious coin. For The Mandalorian, he reportedly earned $600,000 per episode, raking in $5.4 million in Season 1 alone. His upcoming 2026 film, The Mandalorian and Grogu, is expected to bring in another multi-million-dollar paycheck. Add his $7.8 million haul from The Last of Us, and his recent roles have earned him over $23 million combined. From quiet hustle to blockbuster dominance, even Julia Garner believed it was only a matter of time.

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Yusra Miraj Khan

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Yusra Miraj Khan is an Entertainment Journalist at Netflix Junkie. Specializing in Taylor Swift and the British Royal Family, she transforms modern mythologies into high-ranking, reader-first narratives. Since joining in early 2025, Khan has penned over 500 articles, known for their sharp decoding of Easter eggs and PR silences.

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