Irish actor Paul Mescal, best known for his breakout role in the critically-acclaimed BBC and Hulu series NORMAL PEOPLE, is rumored to have been offered the role of Johnny Storm in Marvel’s FANTASTIC FOUR reboot. While the rumors about Paul Mescal potentially joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe are exciting, the actor is currently focused on another project. He is set to star in the upcoming GLADIATOR sequel, which is currently in pre-production. The original film, released in 2000, starred Russell Crowe and was a massive critical and commercial success, winning five Oscars, including Best Picture.