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Subscribe from just £3 Takes you closer to the games, movies and TV you love Try a single issue or save on a subscription Issues delivered straight to your door or device From£9.99Subscribe now Best Netflix Movies Best movies on Disney Plus Movie Release Dates Best Netflix Shows Recommended reading Marvel Movies Time is running out and The Thing teases his iconic catchphrase in epic final trailer for Marvel's Fantastic Four Marvel Movies Fantastic Four: The First Steps drops a new trailer that's all about family – and a Marvel comics-accurate catchphrase Marvel Movies Fantastic Four: release date, cast, director, and everything else we know Marvel Movies After Thunderbolts underperformed, Fantastic Four could be on track to disprove Marvel fatigue with massive start at the box office Marvel Movies The Fantastic Four changed superhero comics forever, and could do the same for the MCU Marvel Movies The Fantastic Four are in Avengers: Doomsday, and I think I know what that means for First Steps Marvel Movies In the battle of the summer superhero blockbusters, Marvel's Fantastic Four is on track to have a slightly lower opening weekend at the box office than DC's Superman Entertainment Action Movies Marvel Movies Fantastic Four Early Fantastic Four: The First Steps reactions call it "one of Marvel’s best" Nick Staniforth 19 July 2025 The First Family takes the lead in "quite possibly the best Marvel Studios film ever released" When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Marvel Studios) The last big July movie is with Marvel's First Family, and now some early reactions are out for Matt Shakman's The Fantastic Four: First Steps. A handful of folks have been fortunate enough to see the next chapter in the MCU, and fans of the franchise should be able to rest easy, safe in the knowledge that not only do we have what sounds like a great film on the way, but also a groundbreaking, planet-wrecking villain at the center of it. Chris Killian said, "Fantastic Four friggin’ rocks! More than any Marvel movie before it, F4 feels like Jack Kirby’s imagination brought to life on the big screen. Between this and Superman, 2025 might go down as the year movies finally embrace the wonderful weirdness of comic books." Ralph Ineson's enormous bad guy, Galactus, also got props with Killian adding, "I had my doubts going in about some of the cast, but the team chemistry works and they really do gel by the end. Go watch it in IMAX to feel Ralph Ineson’s Galactus voice vibrate in your bones. Also, the retro-futuristic world Shakman has put together here is stunning." You may like Time is running out and The Thing teases his iconic catchphrase in epic final trailer for Marvel's Fantastic Four Fantastic Four: The First Steps drops a new trailer that's all about family – and a Marvel comics-accurate catchphrase Fantastic Four: release date, cast, director, and everything else we know Anthony Gagliardi praised what many might have predicted regarding Ebon Moss-Bachrach's character, Ben Grimm aka The Thing, who is turned from man into monster with a heart of gold. “#TheFantasticFour is SIMPLY FANTASTIC! Marvel’s first family shines with chemistry & charisma Stan Lee would be proud of. Visually incredible, the FF dazzle from start to finish. Ben Grimm brings the heart. Silver Surfer is perfection. Matt Shakman delivers one of Marvel’s best.” One exciting element of the upcoming film, however, is Vanessa Kirby taking on the role of Sue Storm, also known as The Invisible Woman, and the wife of Reed Richards, also known as Mister Fantastic (Pedro Pascal). By the sounds of things, she's going to get a decent level of attention as the mother within this quartet of day-savers. Ash Crossan said, "#FantasticFour is visually stunning, stylish, self-contained, and easy to jump into. I had such a good time with this one. The retrofuturism is such a snack. My stand out is Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm babe I will die for you, you are perfect." George MacKay made the huge claim for the film, writing, "#FantasticFour Quite possibly the best Marvel Studios film ever released. Absolutely loaded with talent and standout performances from Vanessa Kirby and Joseph Quinn. If you thought the MCU died with Endgame, think again. Thoughtfully crafted and easily a genre-defining classic." We'll be able to see if the new superhero team lives up to their name when The Fantastic Four: First Steps finally walks into theaters on July 25. Our only hope is that it answers these five questions when it does. Sign up for the Total Film Newsletter Bringing all the latest movie news, features, and reviews to your inbox Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. See more Movies News Nick Staniforth Social Links Navigation Contributing Writer Nick is a freelancer whose work can be found at Screen Rant, The Digital Fix, and Looper. He loves movies, TV, DC, and Marvel. He also believes that the best Robin Hood is still a talking fox. You must confirm your public display name before commenting Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name. Time is running out and The Thing teases his iconic catchphrase in epic final trailer for Marvel's Fantastic Four Fantastic Four: The First Steps drops a new trailer that's all about family – and a Marvel comics-accurate catchphrase Fantastic Four: release date, cast, director, and everything else we know After Thunderbolts underperformed, Fantastic Four could be on track to disprove Marvel fatigue with massive start at the box office The Fantastic Four changed superhero comics forever, and could do the same for the MCU The Fantastic Four are in Avengers: Doomsday, and I think I know what that means for First Steps Latest in Marvel Movies Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse delayed 3 weeks to late June 2027 The first live-action look at the Mole Man in The Fantastic Four: First Steps has been revealed, and he's "more of a union leader than a supervillain" The Fantastic Four: First Steps has fully revealed its Galactus thanks to a massive new action figure I stopped doing my Marvel homework a long time ago, but I'm still excited for Fantastic Four because it wipes the MCU slate clean Hereditary and Midsommar director Ari Aster turned down Sony's infamous Marvel flop Morbius, and now I need to know what that film would have looked like Thunderbolts director says he doesn't see Yelena and Bob's relationship as "romantic": "That wasn't what we were going for" Latest in News Valve boss and superyacht enthusiast Gabe Newell says pitching VCs is a "deeply distracted" way to make money: "If you're creating value for people, the capital will come your way" Netflix nab Captain Planet for new television series produced by Leonardo DiCaprio James Gunn remembers feeling "terrible" telling Henry Cavill that he'd have to give up Superman Lilo & Stitch is officially the first Hollywood film this year to cross $1bn at the box office 5 years after it was announced, Ubisoft says the Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake is coming "very soon" Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse delayed 3 weeks to late June 2027 GAME REVIEWS MOVIE REVIEWS Donkey Kong Bananza Review: "Destruction isn't just a flashy gimmick for the Minecraft generation, it's one of the best inventions Nintendo has had in years" Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 review: "A nostalgic, must-play hit for fans" College Football 26 review: “Thanks to rivalries and dynasty, this is the greatest show on turf” Mecha Break review: "This mech battler makes up for lacking customization with a varied roster that lets me live out my Evangelion fantasy" Death Stranding 2: On the Beach review: "This tarpunk delivery epic is more Metal Gear Solid than ever, for better and worse" Superman review: "A triumphant reinvention and a promising start for the DCU" Jurassic World Rebirth Review: "An unscary sequel that needed a little more time in amber" M3GAN 2.0 review: "A bold sequel with a slightly underwhelming conclusion" 28 Years Later Review: "Enough terror, splatter and suspense to satisfy” Predator: Killer of Killers review: "Great characters, thrilling action, and gorgeous Arcane-esque animation" Squid Game season 3 review: "A staggeringly excellent final season wraps up one of the greatest Netflix shows ever" Ironheart review: "A relic of Marvel's content-at-all-costs era" Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 3 review: "The show's most assured run of episodes to date" Doctor Who season 2, episode 8 spoiler review: 'The Reality War' is "a mix of the good, the bad, and the truly baffling" Doctor Who season 2, episode 7 spoiler review: 'Wish World' is "an exciting and ambitious" start to the season finale, with hints of WandaVision GamesRadar+ is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. 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