Mark your calendars: Fantastic Four: First Step—the 37th installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the kickoff of Phase Six—arrives in theaters on 25 July 2025. Before you suit up for this cosmic adventure, here are ten key points you should know:
Who Are the Fantastic Four?
Marvel's First Superhero Team
Created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in 1961, they're often called "Marvel's First Family"
Together they combine their powers to protect Earth from cosmic threats
A Separate Universe—Earth 828
Not Earth-616
Retro-Futuristic World
This 1960s-inspired universe features:
- • Flying cars and futuristic transportation
- • Mid-century modern technology
- • Distinct comic-book aesthetic
MCU Connections
Story threads will tie into upcoming MCU events:
Not an Origin Story
A New Approach
Unlike previous adaptations, this film skips the team's origin story
Established Heroes
The Fantastic Four have been superheroes for 4 years when the movie begins
Similar to Spider-Man: Homecoming or James Gunn's Superman reboot
Previous Adaptations
Fantastic Four (Origin Story)
Rise of the Silver Surfer
Fantastic Four Reboot
Introducing Galactus & Co.
Galactus
The world-devouring cosmic entity makes his live action debut as the film's primary antagonist
Silver Surfer
Appears as Galactus's planet-scouting herald—reimagined as a female character
Mole Man
The team's first comic-book foe returns as a nod to longtime fans
Star-Studded Cast
Voice Cast
Galactus and Silver Surfer are voiced by acclaimed actors - Hindi dubbing choices eagerly awaited
A Fresh, Cosmic Adventure
Phase Six's first superhero outing emphasizes family dynamics against an intergalactic backdrop
Focus is on grand, IMAX-shot cosmic spectacle
Pre-Movie Viewing Guide
Optional:
Fantastic Four (2005) and Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007) on Disney+ Hotstar
Skip:
The low-budget 1994 adaptation
Multiverse Context:
Loki (series) and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
Why the Hype?
- • MCU's bold relaunch of Marvel's first family
- • Top-tier cast and creative team
- • Unique 1960s retro-futurism
- • Sets stage for Phase Six crossovers
Don't Forget Herbie
Herbie (Humanoid Experimental Robot B-Type Integrated Electronics) joins the team as a trusty companion
The Franklin Richards Twist
Spoiler Alert!
Galactus's true target is Franklin Richards, Reed and Sue's super-powered infant son
Franklin's Powers
- • Reality-warping abilities
- • Universe creation powers
- • Cosmic-level potential
Galactus's Motivation
Explains why the world-devourer has set his sights on Earth
Raises the cosmic stakes to unprecedented levels
The Adventure Has Started!
With its blend of family drama, cosmic stakes, and a retro-futuristic setting, Fantastic Four: First Step promises to be a refreshing MCU experience. See you in theaters for this new chapter in superhero cinema!
