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The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025)

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The Verdict

Critics Consensus

"Benefitting from rock-solid cast chemistry and clad in appealingly retro 1960s design, this crack atThe Fantastic Fourdoes Marvel's First Family justice."

Audience Consensus

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

Movie Review and Other Insights

The Fantastic Four: First Steps is a visionary Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy film directed by the acclaimed Matt Shakman (Kevin Feige). Released in theaters on Jul 25, 2025, Wide, this cinematic experience offers a fresh take on the classic narrative. Produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Pictures, the film features a runtime of 1h 54m.

The story follows 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. Leading the cast are star performers Matt Shakman, Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, who bring depth and intensity to their roles.

Rated PG-13 for Some Language|Action/Violence, The Fantastic Four: First Steps delivers a Dolby Atmos audio experience presented in a Digital 2.39:1 aspect ratio. Critics have praised the film, stating: "Benefitting from rock-solid cast chemistry and clad in appealingly retro 1960s design, this crack atThe Fantastic Fourdoes Marvel's First Family justice."

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Cast & Crew

Matt Shakman
Matt Shakman
Director
Pedro Pascal
Pedro Pascal
Reed Richards
Vanessa Kirby
Vanessa Kirby
Sue Storm
Ebon Moss-Bachrach
Ebon Moss-Bachrach
Ben Grimm
Joseph Quinn
Joseph Quinn
Johnny Storm
Ralph Ineson
Ralph Ineson
Galactus

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Fantastic Four: First Steps released?

The Fantastic Four: First Steps hit theaters on Jul 25, 2025, Wide. It became available for streaming on Sep 23, 2025.

How long is the movie and what is the genre?

The film has a runtime of 1h 54m. It falls under the Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy genre, featuring a sound mix in Dolby Atmos.

Who is the director of The Fantastic Four: First Steps?

The movie is directed by Matt Shakman. The script was penned by Peter Cameron.

Who are the main actors in The Fantastic Four: First Steps?

The top billed cast includes:

  • Matt Shakman as Director
  • Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards
  • Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm
  • Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm
  • Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm
Why is The Fantastic Four: First Steps rated PG-13?

It is rated PG-13 (Some Language|Action/Violence)

Which studio produced the movie?

The Fantastic Four: First Steps was produced by Marvel Studios and distributed worldwide by Walt Disney Pictures.

About the movie

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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.

Director
Matt Shakman
Producers
Kevin Feige
Screenwriter
Peter Cameron
Distributor
Walt Disney Pictures
Production
Marvel Studios
Genre
Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy
Release Date
Jul 25, 2025, Wide
Run Time
1h 54m
Rating
PG-13
Sound Mix
Dolby Atmos
Aspect Ratio
Digital 2.39:1