Join hosts Peter Melnick and Eddie Wilson as they sit down with genre icon Michael Bailey Smith (Men in Black II, The Hills Have Eyes, Charmed) for a no-holds-barred deep dive into his extraordinary career. The conversation centers on his unforgettable role as Ben Grimm / The Thing in Roger Corman’s legendary unreleased 1994 Fantastic Four film—a cult classic that never saw the light of day... until now.
Smith shares behind-the-scenes stories from the low-budget production, the infamous “never meant to be released” myth, and how the project shaped his approach to playing larger-than-life characters. From practical effects mishaps to on-set camaraderie with the doomed cast, no stone is left unturned.
Timed perfectly with Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps landing on Disney+, this episode celebrates the First Family’s long-awaited return to the spotlight while honoring the scrappy indie effort that kept the dream alive for three decades.
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Join hosts Peter Melnick and Eddie Wilson as they sit down with genre icon Michael Bailey Smith (Men in Black II, The Hills Have Eyes, Charmed) for a no-holds-barred deep dive into his extraordinary career. The conversation centers on his unforgettable role as Ben Grimm / The Thing in Roger Corman’s legendary unreleased 1994 Fantastic Four film—a cult classic that never saw the light of day... until now.
Smith shares behind-the-scenes stories from the low-budget production, the infamous “never meant to be released” myth, and how the project shaped his approach to playing larger-than-life characters. From practical effects mishaps to on-set camaraderie with the doomed cast, no stone is left unturned.
Timed perfectly with Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps landing on Disney+, this episode celebrates the First Family’s long-awaited return to the spotlight while honoring the scrappy indie effort that kept the dream alive for three decades.
Feige's MCU Revelations & Terrificon 2025 with Mitch Hallock
The Marvelists
53 minutes 56 seconds
3 months ago
Feige's MCU Revelations & Terrificon 2025 with Mitch Hallock
In this electrifying episode of The Marvelists, hosts Peter and Eddie dive into the heart of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with special guest Mitch Hallock, the mastermind behind Terrificon, one of the Northeast’s premier comic and pop culture conventions. The trio unpacks the latest buzz surrounding the MCU, dissecting recent interviews from Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige. From tantalizing teases about The Fantastic Four: First Steps and its integration into Avengers: Doomsday to the confirmed recasting of iconic roles like Tony Stark and the X-Men post-Avengers: Secret Wars, they explore Feige’s vision for the Multiverse Saga’s future. Expect spirited discussions on Robert Downey Jr.’s return as Doctor Doom, the challenges of Blade’s production, and the promise of lesser-known characters like Moon Knight and the Eternals popping up in upcoming projects.
Mitch Hallock also shares exclusive insights into Terrificon 2025, happening August 15-17, 2025, at the Mohegan Sun Expo Center in Uncasville, Connecticut. Get the scoop on what fans can expect, from celebrity guests and comic creators to MCU-themed panels and cosplay galore. Mitch reveals how to secure your tickets for this can’t-miss event—head to www.terrificon.com to grab single-day passes, weekend packages, or VIP experiences before they sell out!
Tune in for a lively blend of MCU analysis, convention excitement, and plenty of Marvel fandom passion. Whether you’re a die-hard collector or a casual Spidey fan, this episode will get you hyped for Terrificon and the next chapter of the MCU!
The Marvelists
Join hosts Peter Melnick and Eddie Wilson as they sit down with genre icon Michael Bailey Smith (Men in Black II, The Hills Have Eyes, Charmed) for a no-holds-barred deep dive into his extraordinary career. The conversation centers on his unforgettable role as Ben Grimm / The Thing in Roger Corman’s legendary unreleased 1994 Fantastic Four film—a cult classic that never saw the light of day... until now.
Smith shares behind-the-scenes stories from the low-budget production, the infamous “never meant to be released” myth, and how the project shaped his approach to playing larger-than-life characters. From practical effects mishaps to on-set camaraderie with the doomed cast, no stone is left unturned.
Timed perfectly with Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps landing on Disney+, this episode celebrates the First Family’s long-awaited return to the spotlight while honoring the scrappy indie effort that kept the dream alive for three decades.
