‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ trailer released. Here's what we know about it

Marvel Studios is gearing up for a major cinematic event with The Fantastic Four: First Steps, the highly anticipated reboot of the beloved superhero team. As the 37th installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), this film marks the second attempt to bring the Fantastic Four to the big screen under Marvel’s banner.

Directed by Matt Shakman, The Fantastic Four: First Steps boasts a screenplay crafted by Jeff Kaplan, Ian Springer, Josh Friedman, Cameron Squires, Eric Pearson, and Peter Cameron. The star-studded cast features Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mister Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing.

Fantastic Four: First Steps Cast and Plot

The trailer introduces audiences to the film’s striking retro-futuristic aesthetic, transporting viewers to a 1960s-inspired world reminiscent of the space race era. Fans get their first glimpse of Pascal, Kirby, Quinn, and Moss-Bachrach in their iconic roles, setting the stage for a thrilling new chapter in the MCU.



The Fantastic Four: First Steps follows Marvel’s first family as they face their most formidable challenge yet—defending Earth from the cosmic threat of Galactus and his enigmatic Herald, the Silver Surfer. Blending high-stakes action, adventure, and the signature family dynamic that defines the team, the film is shaping up to be a game-changer for the franchise.

With its fresh take on the Fantastic Four and a captivating mix of nostalgia and innovation, The Fantastic Four: First Steps is poised to make a powerful impact when it hits theaters.

'Fantastic Four: First Steps' Trailer Meme

Meanwhile, fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to share their views. At the time of writing, Sue Storm was trending on the social network. Vanessa Kirby is playing the role of Sue Storm in the movie. One X user wrote, "I get what they’re doing with the light transparency but i’m so used to sue storm’s powers being blue and transparent that it’s taking me a minute to get used to this…"

Here are some hillarious tweets.