Pascal has officially reached that stage in his career where nearly every move he makes sends the internet into a collective swoon. From wielding a blaster in The Mandalorian to surviving the zombie apocalypse in The Last of Us, Pedro Pascal has been quietly dominating screens, hearts, and timelines worldwide. And if you thought his schedule couldn’t have gotten any busier, add Ridley Scott’s Gladiator sequel (starring alongside Paul Mescal), the Fantastic Four reboot, and A24’s Materialists—a film whose ending still haunts fans—to his already impressive resume.
In other words, Pascal is everywhere, all the time, and somehow manages to make it look effortless, charming, and wildly hot.
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A New Project Sparks Excitement
As first reported by Deadline, Pascal is in talks to star in De Noche, a gay romance from acclaimed filmmaker Todd Haynes. If that name rings a bell, it should: Haynes is the director behind some of the most emotionally rich queer cinema of the past two decades. De Noche originally had Joaquin Phoenix attached, who helped develop the project, but production was shelved just days before shooting began. Now, Pascal’s potential attachment has reignited excitement and speculation about what this romantic drama could mean for his career trajectory—and for fans desperate to see him explore a new side of vulnerability and love on screen.
It’s safe to say the Pascal effect is in full force: any project with his name attached suddenly becomes a must-watch.
Circling Back to Grey Sweatpants
But let’s be honest: while Pascal’s future projects are thrilling, the internet remains obsessed with a very specific moment from his past—him dancing in gray sweatpants. Yes, the magic moment comes from the rehearsals for the short film Someday, directed by Spike Jonze.
@sonyasherow Back at the gym in my favorite gray sweatpants. #CapCut #pedropascal #gymday #graysweatpants #smiling
Armed with nothing but AirPods, good music, and infectious energy, Pascal busts a move through the scene with the kind of charisma that makes you forget the world exists outside the screen. The choreography, by Tanisha Scott (famed for working with Beyoncé and Rihanna), highlights Pascal’s natural rhythm, confidence, and sheer joy of movement.
The result? A moment that went viral for all the right reasons. And while the film itself was short, the cultural impact of Pascal in those gray sweatpants continues to echo across social media.
The Internet Cannot Cope
Fans were quick to react, and the commentary was as unhinged and affectionate as you’d expect. Quotes from the video edit include gems like:
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“He should dance like this in every role, I don’t care if it makes sense or not.”
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“There is hot and then there is Pedro Pascal hot.”
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“His joy of life is incredible. He’s a person you want to have around.”
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“Pedro dancing in gray sweatpants. Why is this video so short?”
And yes, everyone agreed: watching Pascal dance is a public service, a mood-lifter, and a masterclass in effortless sexiness.
@tropkillaz Fala, Tropa! O novo filme dirigido por Spike Jonze para o AirPods 4 com Cancelamento Ativo de Ruído chegou, estrelado pelo grande @pascalispunk. E a trilha sonora vem PESADA! Destaque para “Perfect”, som insano nosso com nosso irmão @sam_i_universe, com participação de @bia e @mcpikachuoficial. Além disso, “Conticinio”, de @guitarricadelafuente, também marca presença. Corre pra ouvir “Perfect” e “Conticinio” agora na Apple Music! #ApplePartner
Why Pascal Captures Hearts
So what makes Pedro so magnetic? It’s not just the jawline, abs, or occasional shirtless blaster shots. The actor’s appeal lies in his authenticity, his humor, and his emotional range. He can command a fight scene one moment and break your heart in a quiet, understated exchange the next. He can swing effortlessly from action hero to romantic lead, all while radiating a warmth that makes audiences feel like they know him personally.
Add in the occasional viral dance moment in gray sweatpants, and it’s no wonder the world is collectively obsessed.
Pascal’s Star Is Still Rising
With De Noche potentially on the horizon, Pedro continues to balance blockbuster action, indie prestige, and queer cinema in ways that few actors dare. Whether he’s slinging lines in the Star Wars universe, navigating apocalypse-ridden streets, or simply dancing freely in gray sweatpants, Pascal proves time and again why he’s one of the most versatile, magnetic, and beloved performers of our time.
@estilodf Pedro Pascal en el detrás de cámaras del nuevo comercial de Apple AirPods. 😍♥️🕺 CC: @pascalobsession #pedro #pedropascal #pedropedropedropedro #pedropascaledit #pedropascaltiktok #pedropascalsimp #pedropascalmeme #pedropascalsupremacy #pedropascalfan #pedropascaledits #pedropascalsnl #pedropascalifyourereadingthisimsingle #pascal #apple #appleairpods
So yes, we really do think you should see Pedro Pascal dancing in gray sweatpants. And frankly? You should probably watch it more than once.