Reed Richards Works With ANSA??? Is There A Fantastic Four Connection To The Planet Of The Apes Franchise?

In an era of rapid technological advancement and scientific discovery, one man stands at the forefront, driving humanity toward new horizons: Dr. Reed Richards. His expansive credentials stretch beyond what could be expected of a single man:

• An advisor to the ANSA, Dr. Richards has played a crucial role in the United States' burgeoning space program.
• His theoretical models on propulsion systems and space travel have been instrumental in developing technologies that have made manned missions to the stars a reality.
• In the field of biology, Richards' research of genetics is opening new doors to understanding life itself.
• Beyond his research, he is deeply committed to the education and mentorship of our future scientists.

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• In his spare time, Dr. Richards develops fantastic new technologies to make everyday life easier as CEO of ReedTech.
• And last but certainly not least, Dr. Richards has regularly saved the planet from threats unknown as a member of the Fantastic Four!

So, in the alternate 1960s of Fantastic Four: First Steps, Reed Richards works with the "United States' burgeoning space program" i.e. the American National Space Administration (ANSA).

In the 1968 movie (on our world) Planet of The Apes, astronaut George Taylor (Charlton Heston) and the crew of the Icarus were also part of ANSA.

Again, in our world, Disney controls the rights to both the Planet of The Apes franchise and, of course, the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Is this some subtle hint of an impending crossover? Or just a sly wink and an Easter Egg for us Apes/FF geeks?

I'm hoping for the former, but suspect the latter.

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