Marvel Studios has unveiled the eagerly awaited trailer for "The Fantastic Four: First Steps," giving fans their first glimpse into what promises to be one of the most anticipated superhero films of 2025. The trailer showcases the iconic team—Mr. Fantastic, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and The Thing—alongside the formidable villain, Galactus. Opening with a scene set in the Baxter Building during a dinner, the trailer immerses viewers in the film's unique 1960s retro-futuristic setting and hints at an epic battle looming in New York.
The trailer features Ben Grimm both before and after his transformation into The Thing, and introduces the team's robot companion, H.E.R.B.I.E., who appears to be assisting in the kitchen. Fans are treated to brief action sequences, including Sue Storm using her invisibility powers and Johnny Storm soaring as the Human Torch. Notably, the trailer does not show Reed Richards stretching into action as Mr. Fantastic.
A notable appearance is that of John Malkovich, rumored to portray Ivan Kragoff, also known as the Red Ghost. The trailer was launched at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, where stars Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach interacted with enthusiastic fans.
Scheduled for release on July 25, 2025, "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" also stars Ralph Ineson as Galactus and Julia Garner as Silver Surfer, with additional roles filled by Paul Walter Hauser, Natasha Lyonne, and Sarah Niles. The film is directed by Matt Shakman and produced by Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige.
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Here’s the official synopsis for "The Fantastic Four: First Steps":
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.
Speculation is rife among fans that Robert Downey Jr. might return to the MCU as the iconic villain Doctor Doom, either in "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" or in a future installment. Kevin Feige has confirmed that the Fantastic Four will play a significant role in upcoming films, including "Avengers: Doomsday" and "Avengers: Secret Wars."
