Marvel Studios has unveiled a tantalizing teaser trailer for their upcoming film, The Fantastic Four: First Steps. The short clip, titled "PREPARE 4️⃣ LAUNCH," shows children excitedly rushing towards a shop window where a crowd is gathered, gazing at vintage television sets. The screens display a rocket launch, the Fantastic Four donning spacesuits, and the message "Prepare 4 Launch." While some screens are partially obscured, the overall aesthetic clearly establishes the film's 1960s retro-futuristic setting.
The Future Foundation invites you to take your first steps into a fantastic new era.
Launch coverage begins at 7AM ET | 4️⃣AM PT: https://t.co/kiqb0cCVc2 pic.twitter.com/OVgPh3Qi36
— Fantastic Four (@FantasticFour) February 3, 2025
Marvel's "launch coverage" begins at 7 AM ET on February 4th (a less-than-ideal 4 AM PT). The video description reads, "The Future Foundation invites you to take your first steps into a fantastic new era."
The highly anticipated MCU film, slated for release on July 25, 2025, stars Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm/Invisible Woman, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm/Human Torch, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm/The Thing. Ralph Ineson portrays Galactus, and Julia Garner takes on the role of Silver Surfer. The impressive ensemble cast also includes Paul Walter Hauser, John Malkovich, Natasha Lyonne, and Sarah Niles. Matt Shakman directs, with Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige producing.
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 confront their most formidable challenge yet. Forced to balance their heroic duties with the strength of their family bond, they must defend Earth from the ravenous space god Galactus (Ralph Ineson) and his enigmatic Herald, Silver Surfer (Julia Garner). And if Galactus’ planet-devouring plan weren't daunting enough, it takes a deeply personal turn.
At New York Comic Con in October, attendees were treated to artwork showcasing key MCU figures, including a first live-action glimpse of H.E.R.B.I.E. (Humanoid Experimental Robot B-Type Integrated Electronics).
Speculation is rife among fans regarding a potential return of Robert Downey, Jr. as the iconic villain Doctor Doom, either within The Fantastic Four: First Steps or through a teasing cameo. Feige has confirmed the Fantastic Four's appearances in both Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars.
