The wait is over—the first trailer for The Fantastic Four: First Steps has arrived, offering a 1960s-inspired introduction to Marvel’s First Family in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The upcoming film stars Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/The Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/The Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing. The teaser also gives a brief glimpse of the movie’s primary antagonist, Galactus (played by Ralph Ineson), hinting at the cosmic scale of the team’s first adventure. Additionally, Julia Garner is confirmed to portray the Silver Surfer.
Directed by Matt Shakman, known for his work on WandaVision, The Fantastic Four: First Steps is set to be the third MCU film of 2025, following Captain America: Brave New World (February 14) and Thunderbolts (May 2). The film is slated for release in theaters on July 25, 2025, and will serve as a pivotal setup for future MCU entries, with the Fantastic Four expected to play a major role in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday (2026) and Avengers: Secret Wars (2027).
Marvel Studios has been searching for a way to reignite fan excitement following the massive success of Avengers: Endgame and Spider-Man: No Way Home. As the studio navigates its next phase, The Fantastic Four: First Steps is shaping up to be its most important character introduction in years. The film also boasts an impressive supporting cast, including Paul Walter Hauser, John Malkovich, Natasha Lyonne, and Sarah Niles.
With its retro aesthetic and cosmic stakes, The Fantastic Four: First Steps looks to bring something fresh to the MCU while reintroducing one of Marvel’s most iconic teams. Watch the first trailer below.