Ben Grimm

The Thing

Who is Ben Grimm?

Reed's best friend, turned into a rock giant.

Played by Michael Chiklis / Jamie Bell / Ebon Moss-Bachrach.

Powers and abilities

Stone body, colossal strength.

Movies with Ben Grimm (4)

• Fantastic Four 2005
• Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer 2007
• Fantastic Four (reboot) 2015
• The Fantastic Four: First Steps 2025

Post-credits scenes

Doesn't appear in any listed credits scene.

Links with other characters

• Reed Richards Ally · Best friend
• Johnny Storm Ally · Teammate (and punching bag)
• Alicia Masters Love · Great love
• Franklin Richards Family · Nephew at heart

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