The Fantastic Four: First Steps

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Set against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world, Marvel Studios' "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" introduces Marvel's First Family--Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic (Pedro Pascal), Sue Storm/Invisible Woman (Vanessa Kirby), Johnny Storm/Human Torch (Joseph Quinn) and Ben Grimm/The Thing (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) as they face their most daunting challenge yet. Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, they must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus (Ralph Ineson) and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer (Julia Garner). And if Galactus' plan to devour the entire planet and everyone on it weren't bad enough, it suddenly gets very personal.

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Benefitting from rock-solid cast chemistry and clad in appealingly retro 1960s design, this crack at The Fantastic Four does Marvel's First Family justice.

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The Fantastic Four takes the world by Storm, Thing, Reed, Johnny and baby, forging a new path for this bespoke family that, with these First Steps, leaps into cosmic action with retro-futuristic verve.

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Dwight Brown

DwightBrownInk.com

Audiences shouldn’t have to sacrifice eye-catching stunts and imagery for great writing and acting. They should have it all. Should but won’t in this case.

Rated: 2.5/4

Aug 18, 2025

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Sergio Burstein

Los Angeles Times

For now, let's enjoy what this efficient commercial product has to offer, which surprisingly lasts less than two hours... [Full review in Spanish]

Aug 11, 2025

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Mark Kermode

Kermode and Mayo's Take (YouTube)

Even if you don't like the film, it is absolutely worth it for the furniture.

Aug 6, 2025

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Kevin Carr

Fat Guys at the Movies

It’s still a superhero movie, and it connects to the next phase of Marvel crossover films. However, it taps into some real human elements.

Rated: 4/5

Sep 4, 2025

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Niall McCloskey

Film Ireland Magazine

If you’re looking for an electric superhero thrilling ride filled with compelling performances, great action and that classic comic flair, this may be four you.

Sep 3, 2025

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Troy Ribeiro

Free Press Journal (India)

In The Fantastic Four: First Steps, Marvel returns to the drawing board—this time armed with chalk, retro optimism, and the ever-dependable Pedro Pascal

Rated: 2.5/5

Aug 30, 2025

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Whitney

This is hands down THE BEST Fantastic Four movie to date. The store is so well told, movie is well paced. I am ready to see it again in theaters

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/17/25

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Daniel S

Absolutely wonderful! Practically every frame a work of art. The design, art direction and production is stunning in several ways. One of the best Marvel movies ever and definitely one of the most stylish and entertaining regardless of genre

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/17/25

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suz g

Great special effects but story is slow, predictable and barely palatable (thankfully the popcorn was) . It borrowed a lot from other movies forgot if I was watching the silver surfer, surtur/ragnarok or any of the thousands of movies where a villain who is going to destroy earth. There was too much self-promotion and speeches. Expected a lot, got very little.

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

09/17/25

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Sara L

This movie definitely lived up to its expectations. Phenomenal cast! Especially Julie Garner as the Silver Surfer. All the back and forth of what's to happen leading up to the suspense made it very enjoyable!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/17/25

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Caterina

I really like it. It was amazing. Such a good movie I really recommend to watch

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/16/25

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Matt S

Four times the charm and this take on Marvel’ first family doesn’t disappoint. The cast was awesome, the story and setting was great, and the hidden cameo of Stan Lee & Jack Kirby was a nice touch.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

09/15/25

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Synopsis

Set against the vibrant backdrop of a 1960s-inspired, retro-futuristic world, Marvel Studios' "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" introduces Marvel's First Family--Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic (Pedro Pascal), Sue Storm/Invisible Woman (Vanessa Kirby), Johnny Storm/Human Torch (Joseph Quinn) and Ben Grimm/The Thing (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) as they face their most daunting challenge yet. Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond, they must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus (Ralph Ineson) and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer (Julia Garner). And if Galactus' plan to devour the entire planet and everyone on it weren't bad enough, it suddenly gets very personal.

Director: Matt Shakman
Producer: Kevin Feige
Screenwriter: Peter Cameron
Distributor: Walt Disney Pictures
Production Co: Marvel Studios
Rating: PG-13 (Some Language|Action/Violence)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 25, 2025, Wide
Box Office (Gross USA): $272.5M
Runtime: 1h 54m
Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos
Aspect Ratio: Digital 2.39:1

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