Julian McMahon (TV's "Charmed" and "Nip/Tuck") will suit up to play the villain in "Fantastic Four," getting the offer over well-known actors like Ray Liotta and Tim Robbins.  The deal is not final yet, but sources indicate that it will be soon, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Dr. Doom is a huge role for the actor's first studio feature, but Hollywood producers have faith in the Aussie actor, as evidenced by the current Dr. Doom offer and his presence on the list of possible James Bond replacements.

Tim Story ("Barbershop") will direct "Fantastic Four" and the rest of the cast can be seen by following the link below.

The film is due out next summer.